CFD Old West Art, 4610 Carey Avenue, Cheyenne, WY (2026)

03/05/2026

Western Spirit is Coming Together

Artwork is being straightened, walls are being lit, and the Museum is preparing for an exciting day this Saturday.

Start your day with the Western Spirit Seminar, featuring presentations and a hands-on workshop with Cody Kuehl, then join us that evening for the Opening Reception of the Western Spirit Art Show & Sale.

From learning to experiencing the finished gallery, Saturday is a full celebration of Western art.

📅 March 7
🎟️ Learn more and reserve your spot: oldwestmuseum.org

03/04/2026

Western Spirit Weekend is Almost Here

This Saturday, March 7, experience a full day celebrating Western art at the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum.

🎨 Start the day with the Western Spirit Seminar
Learn from professional artists and gain insight into techniques, process, and today’s art market — including a hands-on workshop led by Juror Cody Kuehl.

🥂 Stay for the Opening Reception that evening
Be among the first to experience the 45th Annual Western Spirit Art Show & Sale and view this year’s incredible collection.

📅 Saturday, March 7
🎟️ Reserve your seat or tickets: oldwestmuseum.org

Make a day of art, learning, and inspiration.

03/03/2026

Sneak Peek: Western Spirit Art Show 2026

Rich in detail and storytelling, Muddy Waters by Debra Keirce brings the Western landscape to life through stunning charcoal work.

Experience this incredible piece and more at the Western Spirit Art Show & Sale, opening this Saturday, March 7.

🎟️ Opening Reception: March 7
📍 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum
🔗 oldwestmuseum.org

We’re just days away.

03/02/2026

Sneak Peek: Western Spirit Art Show 2026

Sky Goats by Sarah Konrad uses the timeless linocut relief print technique to capture the quiet strength and character of these iconic Western animals. The rich textures and graphic style create a powerful, modern interpretation of the West.

Experience this incredible work and more at the Western Spirit Art Show & Sale, opening this Saturday, March 7.

Be among the first to see the full collection at the Opening Reception.

🎟️ Opening Reception: March 7
📍 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum
🔗 oldwestmuseum.org

The countdown is on — just days to go.

02/28/2026

✨ One Week Until Western Spirit Opens! ✨

The countdown is officially on — the Western Spirit Art Show & Sale Opening Reception is just one week away and our team is busy getting it perfect for you!

Join us on Saturday, March 7 for an unforgettable evening celebrating the very best in Western art. Be among the first to view this year’s incredible collection, meet fellow art lovers, and experience one of the Museum’s most anticipated events of the year.

From powerful paintings to stunning sculpture and photography, Western Spirit brings together artists from across the country to celebrate the spirit of the American West.

🎟️ Opening Reception: March 7, 2026
📍 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum
🔗 Get your tickets: oldwestmuseum.org

We can’t wait to welcome you.

02/27/2026

Experience the Excitement of the Western Spirit Quick Draw!

One hour. Four blank canvases. Endless creativity.

During the Western Spirit Opening Reception on March 7, four talented artists will put their skills to the test in our live Quick Draw — creating an original work of art in just 60 minutes.

Meet this year’s Quick Draw artists:

🎨 Afton — A Mixed Media Artist
🎨 Kristi Rose — An Oil Painter
🎨 Elizabeth Dryden — A Mixed Media Artist
🎨 Cody Winiecki — An Oil Painter

Watch as ideas come to life right before your eyes and see the energy, technique, and spontaneity that make live art so unforgettable. It’s one of the most exciting moments of the evening — and you won’t want to miss it.

Join us for the Western Spirit Art Show & Sale Opening Reception and witness creativity in motion.

📅 March 7
📍 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum
🎟️ Tickets available now at oldwestmuseum.org

02/26/2026

Western Spirit Seminar is Next Saturday — March 7!

Join us for the Western Spirit Seminar at the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum — a full day designed to inspire artists and art lovers alike. With four engaging sessions, you’ll gain fresh ideas, practical techniques, and insight into today’s Western art world.

✨ Featured Workshop: Cody Kuehl — Multilayered Paintings
Juror and contemporary Western painter Cody Kuehl will lead a hands-on workshop demonstrating his unique multilayered painting approach, showing how he builds dimension and striking 3D effects in his work.

The day also includes presentations from:
• Linda Renaud on watercolor wax batik and composition
• Wendie Martin on navigating today’s art market
• Izabela Tysver on the creative process and artistic value

🍳 Breakfast and lunch are included, and you’ll leave with new inspiration and tools to grow your artistic practice.

📅 Saturday, March 7, 2026
📍 CFD Old West Museum
🎟️ Reserve your seat:
https://www.oldwestmuseum.org/western-spirit-seminar

Start your Western Spirit experience with a day of creativity, learning, and connection.

02/25/2026

The Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum proudly presents the 45th Annual Western Spirit Juried Art Show & Sale, a celebration of the artists who continue to define and reimagine the spirit of the West.
This year, we are honored to feature six student artists from the University of Wyoming, Colorado State University, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, Fort Lewis College, and Natrona County High School, exhibiting alongside established regional talent. We are also introducing a new “Best Student Artist” Award, generously sponsored by Jim & Jean Cochran, recognizing exceptional emerging artists.
In support of student involvement in the arts, college students receive discounted admission with a valid student ID.
Whether you are studying art, interested in Western heritage, or simply looking for a meaningful night out, Western Spirit offers the opportunity to engage with powerful work in a vibrant gallery setting.
Tickets include an open bar (21+ with valid ID) and a selection of appetizers. We invite you to join us and experience the spirit of Western art firsthand.
Get your tickets today at: https://www.oldwestmuseum.org/western-spirit

02/22/2026

Sneak Peek: Western Spirit Art Show 2026

There’s something timeless about a quiet Western morning — open skies, fresh air, and endless possibility.

Along Wyoming Lines by Sandie Whitman captures that peaceful spirit, reflecting the beauty, strength, and quiet confidence found across Wyoming’s landscapes and people.

This stunning oil painting is just one of the many inspiring works coming to the 45th Annual Western Spirit Art Show & Sale at the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum.

Take a moment today to slow down, breathe deep, and appreciate the art and stories that connect us to the West.

🎟️ Tickets available now
📍 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum
🔗 oldwestmuseum.org

More sneak peeks coming soon.

02/20/2026

We’re thrilled to announce the speaker lineup for our Western Spirit Art Show Seminar Series!

Designed to support and inspire artists at every stage, this four-part seminar series offers valuable insight into technique, creative process, and today’s art market. Each session is led by an accomplished professional who will share practical knowledge and real-world experience you can apply to your own work.

Learn more about each session below and visit
https://www.oldwestmuseum.org/western-spirit-seminar
for full details and speaker biographies.

Linda Renaud
Lessons Learned: Watercolor Wax Batik
Renaud will explore her distinctive wax batik watercolor technique while sharing key lessons on the importance of value, shape, and color in building strong, compelling compositions.

Wendie Martin
The Best Time to Be in the Art Market: How Access Is Redefining Collecting
Martin will discuss how today’s evolving art market is creating new opportunities for artists and collectors alike, and how increased access is transforming the way art is discovered and collected.

Izabela Tysver
The Beginning and the End of the Creative Process
Tysver will guide artists through starting new work, overcoming creative resistance, recognizing when a piece is complete, and approaching pricing as a reflection of artistic value and self-worth.

Cody Kuehl
Multilayered Paintings Workshop
Juror Cody Kuehl will lead a hands-on workshop demonstrating his unique multilayered painting process, showing how he builds depth and dimension to create striking 3D effects in his work.

02/20/2026

Sneak Peek: Western Spirit Art Show 2026

Bold. Playful. Full of personality.

This bronze sculpture, "Fat and Sassy" by Mary Michael, is just one of the incredible works you’ll discover at the 45th Annual Western Spirit Art Show & Sale at the Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum.

Western Spirit brings together talented artists from across the country, showcasing original works that celebrate the spirit, stories, and character of the American West.

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply love Western art, this is your chance to experience—and take home—something truly special.

🎟️ Tickets available now
📍 Cheyenne Frontier Days™ Old West Museum
🔗 Learn more: oldwestmuseum.org

Stay tuned for more sneak peeks as we count down to Western Spirit 2026.

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