2013-08-29

Western Design Conference Announces September Jackson Hole Events: Four days of furniture, fashion, jewelry, accessories and fun

New Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes Added to Fall Arts Festival Lineup

Event offers rare opportunity to tour the valley’s exquisite homes

Acclaimed cowboy artist Jason Rich has been chosen as featured artist for the 2013 Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival

The Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival is widely recognized as one of the premier cultural events in the Rocky Mountain West, with thousands of art enthusiasts drawn each year to experience the diverse artwork and breathtaking natural surroundings that make Jackson Hole a leading cultural center. The 2013 Festival will take place September 5-15. Experience the world-class installments of contemporary, culinary, landscape, Native American, wildlife, and Western, arts. Visitors will appreciate the works of nationally and internationally acclaimed artists along with an exceptional array of art, music, cuisine, and wine. More than fifty events round out our eleven-day festival. Click here to view the complete 2013 Fall Arts Festival Program online! Find the insert in the August 2013 edition of Mountain Living.

The 10-day Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival, from September 5 – 15, 2013, offers visitors more than 50 family-friendly events, many of them free. With a backdrop of the Teton Mountains in their autumn beauty, the festival revels in art and artists from around the world, with a chance to purchase original pieces from cowboy to contemporary. The 2013 roundup of artsy fun includes the Palates & Palettes gallery walk on September 6; tours of historic Jackson Hole ranches September 7; and the crowd-pleasing Taste of the Tetons where participants stroll historic downtown Jackson’s sidewalks sampling gourmet cuisines from area chefs on September 8.

As the 10-day event continues, featured artist for the 2013 Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival Jason Rich will do a meet-and-greet and sign the 2013 Fall Arts Festival poster featuring his original oil painting on September 11. The National Museum of Wildlife Art presents its 26th annual Western Visions® Wild West Artist Party and Miniatures and More Show & Sale on September 12 and 13, and artists create original works in a flash at the popular QuickDraw Art Sale and Auction in Jackson’s Town Square on September 14. Museum-quality contemporary Western style will be on display at the Western Design Conference, the unique exhibition of one-of-a-kind Western decorative arts and fashion sponsored by Teton Home and Living magazine, which runs from September 5 – 8 and includes an exhibit and sale, fashion show, lectures and more.

Each year the Jackson, Wyoming, arts event selects a featured artist, whose work graces the annual festival poster – which then becomes a collectible in its own right. This year’s choice, Jason Rich credits his Western roots as the inspiration behind his work, which draws on his experiences from riding beside cowboys in a corral to packing through the



Jason Rich

mountains to create paintings, that reflect the authenticity of the cowboy way.

“We are very excited to have Jason’s work on the 2013 official Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival poster,” says Murphy. “His love of Western life is demonstrated through his work.” Rich’s original large-scale oil painting “River Overlook – Gros Ventre River Ranch” has been on display at the Wort Hotel since Memorial Day weekend and will be until Saturday, September 14. Posters will be on sale at the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce and Rich will do a poster signing event at Legacy Gallery on Wednesday, September 11.

Jason Rich grew up riding, training and drawing horses on a small farm in southern Idaho. He spent many childhood summers on cattle drives with his uncle and couldn’t imagine a better place to be than on the back of a horse. He currently lives on a small horse ranch with his family in Utah’s Cache Valley.

“Every painting starts with the horse for me – the way the light catches its gesture and movement,” says Rich.

Rich’s work has been featured in magazines including “Art of the West,” “Cowboys and Indians,” “Southwest Art,” “Western Art Collector,” and on the cover of “Western Horseman“. In October 2011, he was accepted into the prestigious Cowboy Artists of America (CAA).

His interest in art was fostered at a young age as well. His mother says, “He’s been drawing horses since he could pick up a pencil.” He studied art at Utah State University under Glen Edwards, a talented artist and instructor who encouraged traditional and representation art in a department that mostly emphasized contemporary and abstract applications. Upon completing his education, Jason dedicated himself to pursuing art full time. “My wife and I lived in a basement. Our first baby slept in a closet. But we knew art was what we wanted to do.”



2013 Fall Arts Festival poster image – ‘River Overlook – Gros Ventre River Ranch’ 48×50 oil by Jason Rich

In 2007 Rich was chosen as the featured cowboy artist and gave demonstrations, interviews, and workshops at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum for their National Day of the American Cowboy event celebrating the 100th birthday of John Wayne. At the Autry National Center’s 2008 Masters of the American West Fine Art Exhibition and Sale he was the recipient of the first annual Spirit of the West Award. Other honors include being selected the National Cattleman’s Beef Association poster artist in 2002 and receiving the Best New Auction Artist Award at the C. M. Russell Auction in 1998. The Arts for the Parks competition awarded Rich the Grand Prize in 1997 and the Founders Favorite Award in 1999. Rich has also been invited to participate in the Prix de West Invitational Art Exhibition the past nine years.

Jason Rich currently lives in northern Utah with his wife, Kari, three children and three horses. “I live in the foothills now. I love that I can hop on my horse and be in the mountains in a matter of minutes.“  The Legacy Gallery in Jackson, WY and Scottsdale, AZ represents Jason’s artwork.

The First Annual Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes

The Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes will provide a one-of-a-kind opportunity for visitors to tour a selection of area homes during the September 2013 Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival. The new-for-2013 event, offered on Friday, September 13 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday, September 14 from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m., will include homes designed, built and decorated by premier architects, builders and designers, announced Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce Director of Special Events Maureen Murphy, who adds that the event will benefit community nonprofits.

“It’s no secret that Jackson Hole boasts some of the country’s most spectacular homes,” says Murphy. “This year during the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival, visitors can see for themselves the reality of this well-deserved reputation. We’re so grateful for the designers and homeowners who have agreed to participate so we can share the art of home design as a new addition to our many arts offerings.”

Spectators will be able to view a selection of Jackson Hole homes designed in styles ranging from Western to contemporary. The two-day event is a self-guided tour allowing for personal contact with the designers, architects, builders and landscapers who are behind these unique projects.

Part of the First Annual Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes, this Custom log home by architects Ellis Nunn & Associates uses Old World construction methods (© Tuck Fauntleroy

Tickets for the Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes are $75 each and are available online at www.jacksonholeshowcase.com and event guides can be picked up at select retailers listed on the website. Only 250 tickets will be sold with all proceeds donated to local charities supported by the participating homeowners.  The event is hosted by Homestead magazine.

The Western Design Conference (WDC) also announced that its 21st annual event in Jackson, Wyo., September 5 – 8, 2013, will open with its traditional Thursday night gala at the Jackson Hole Center for the Arts, which includes the conference’s popular runway fashion show featuring local models. The annual juried exhibit and sale of one-of-a-kind Western-inspired functional art will follow Friday, September 6 through Sunday, September 8 at the Snow King Center.

The four-day conference begins at 6 p.m. on September 5 at the Center for the Arts with a live model jewelry show and champagne reception. At 7:15 p.m., guests move to the Center Theater for the fashion show, Design Excellence Awards ceremony and Winners’ Circle Auction, as Western-genre couture collections from both up-and-coming and established fashion designers take to the stage. Tickets range from $35 for balcony seating to $125 for premium seating and include a catered reception following the show. Fashion Jewelry Gala tickets are available from the Center for the Arts ticket office or via a free mobile app available on the WDC home page.

Beginning Friday morning, September 6 at 10 a.m., doors will open at the Snow King Center on the annual Exhibit Sale, a showcase of museum quality functional art created by the most talented Western-influenced artists working with wood, metal, leather, art to wear and textiles. Exhibiting artists are selected by a jury of design experts to display the unique furniture, jewelry, accessories and fashion that attracts an audience from around the world to Jackson Hole to preview and purchase one-of-a-kind Western wares. The Exhibit Sale is open from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., September 6 – 8. Tickets are $15, available at the door.

The 2013 Western Design Conference, hosted by Teton Home and Living magazine, is the foremost exhibition and celebration of what is happening in the world of Western furniture, fashion, and home accessories.  The 21st Annual Exhibit Sale plus Fashion Jewelry Show is a four-day, multimillion-dollar event that brings together craftspeople, scholars, collectors, interior designers, architects and fashion designers with an interest in the West. The 2013 WDC, September 5 – 8, 2013, is one of the signature events of the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival. Additional information on the conference, including schedules and tickets, is available at www.westerndesignconference.com, and on Facebook and Twitter (@WesternDesign).

Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival Schedule

Thursday, September 5

Western Design Conference Gala Event: Fashion Jewelry Show

An up-close-and-personal jewelry show, live auction, and champagne celebration will be followed by a runway fashion show presenting western-genre couture collections from both up-and-coming and established fashion designers. A gala reception will follow with catering by Dining In. Doors open at 6:00pm. Fashion Show at 7:15pm. Tickets are $125-$35 for reserved seating. Center for the Arts, 265 South Cache StreetContact Center Box Office at 307.733.4900 or www.jhcenterforthearts.org 

Diehl Gallery’s Chen: New Works Opening of Chinese and Japanese heritage, Indonesia-based artist Master Chen has been designing and constructing extraordinary stainless steel sculptures for nearly 30 years. His works have a sense of mathematical poetry. Join Diehl Gallery for the U.S. debut of Master Chen’s magnificent, lyrical steel works. The show runs from September 7- November 15. 5:00-8:00pm Diehl Gallery, 155 West Broadway, 307.733.0905, www.diehlgallery.com

An artist participates in the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival’s QuickDraw event in Jackson (photo courtesy of Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce)

Grand Teton Gallery Artists in Residence

Pat Clayton will be painting with oil and Troy Anderson will provide a sculpture demonstration from 11:00am-4:00pm. Thomas Radoumis will lead a wood carving discussion and Richard Mitchell will be sketching with charcoal from 1:00-5:00pm. Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

Friday, September 6

Western Design Conference Exhibit Sale

The world’s preeminent exhibition and celebration of what is happening in the world of western design. More than 100 exhibitors showcase one-of-a-kind creations of furniture, fashion, jewelry, and home accessories during the 21st annual Exhibit Sale hosted by Teton Home and Living magazine. NEW! Join us at 11:00am for the unveiling of more than $22,000 in Design Excellence Awards. Meet the judges and enjoy the celebratory reception of libations and brunch bites with catering by e.leaven Food Company. 10:00am-5:00pm. Tickets are available at the door for $15 (includes return privileges). Snow King Center, Corner of Snow King and Willow, westerndesignconference.com

Palates & Palettes Gallery Walk

More than 30 art galleries open their doors to showcase magnificent art with food, wine and music! The festive event is open to the public. 5:00-8:00pm. Various locations. See gallery map for details. 307.733.3316, www.jacksonholechamber.com

RARE Gallery

Rick Armstrong opens his show, “Through the Eyes.” Come out and be the first to see his newest collection of 2013. He has spent the last year preparing for this and the work is being released for the first time.  Through the use of cutting edge mixed media techniques, he has compiled a group of work that will leave you satisfied intellectually and content visually. Rick Armstrong is RARE Gallery’s premier artist for the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival. 5:00-8:00pm. RARE Gallery, 60 E. Broadway 2nd Floor, 307.733.8726, www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com

Trio Fine Art Gallery Demonstrations

The Trio Artists will be demonstrating drawing and painting techniques in the gallery. All are welcome to stop in! Free admission. 3:00-5:00pm. Trio Fine Art Gallery, 545 N. Cache, 307.734.4444, www.triofineart.com

Grand Teton Gallery Artist Reception

Pat Clayton, Troy Anderson, HR Kaiser, Sam Thiewes, Peggy Ann Thompson, Rip Caswell, and Richard Mitchell will be featured. 4:00-8:00pm Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

Altamira Fine Art Gallery Reception

Mary Roberson’s “The Nature of Contemporary Impressionism” will be featured with Donna Howell-Sickles’ “My Window Faces West” 5:00-8:00pm. Altamira Fine Art, 172 Center Street, 307.739.4700, www.altamiraart.com

Legacy Gallery One Man Show

Jason Rich: The 2013 Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival Featured Artist’s One Man Show with 15-20 new works. 5:00-8:00pm Legacy Gallery, 75 North Cache, 307.733.2353, www.legacygallery.com

Art Association of Jackson Hole: “Jackson Rising”

One of two opening for the Art Association during the Palates & Palettes Gallery Walk featuring food from the Gun Barrel Steak & Game House will be continuing its second year of recognizing emerging arts practitioners in Jackson. This group show will be a cross-section of local artists working in a variety of media. Some artists include: Remy Milosky, Houston Guy, Greg Broseus, Katy Fox, Karen Haynam, Jonathan Crosby, Travis Walker, Jeffery Kaphan, Anne Muller, Vanessa Sulzer, and Mike Parillo. 5:30-7:30pm. Art Association Gallery, 240 S. Glenwood Street, 307.733.6379, www.artassociation.org

Art Association of Jackson Hole: “Everest: An Exhibition of Aerial Photographs of Mt. Everest by William Thompson” 

The second of two opening for the Art Association during the Palates & Palettes Gallery Walk featuring food from the Gun Barrel Steak & Game House will include a selection of images and a presentation about the photographs taken in 1983 by William Thompson on assignment for the National Geographic Magazine. The photographs represent the first and ONLY complete aerial imagery ever taken of Mt. Everest. 5:30-7:30pm. Art Association Theater Gallery, 240 S. Glenwood Street, 307.733.6379, www.artassociation.org

Mountain Trails Gallery: Barbara and Glen Edwards Retrospective

Join us as we showcase the Edwards’ historical depictions of Native Americans and mountain men of the region. The event will include light refreshments. 5:00-8:00pm Mountain Trails Gallery, 155 Center Street, 307.734.8150, www.mtntrails.net

Christopher Owen Nelson Solo Exhibition “The Fortune Teller”

This young artist will display his carved, painted, and fired Plexiglas works from September 5-15. He will be in residence during the Palates & Palettes Gallery Walk. Food by Blue Lion. 5:00-8:00pm Horizon Fine Art, 30 King Street, 307.739.1540, www.horizonfineartgallery.com

Saturday, September 7

Western Design Conference Exhibit Sale

The world’s preeminent exhibition and celebration of what is happening in the world of western design. More than 100 exhibitors showcase one-of-a-kind creations of furniture, fashion, jewelry, and home accessories during the 21st annual Exhibit Sale hosted by Teton Home and Living magazine. 10:00am-5:00pm. Tickets are available at the door for $15 (includes return privileges). Snow King Center, Corner of Snow King and Willow, www.westerndesignconference.com

Grand Teton Gallery Artists in Residence

Sam Thiewes will be painting with oil and Peggy Ann Thompson will be demonstrating palette knife from 11:00am-3:00pm.Rip Caswell and Richard Mitchell will present sculpture demonstrations from 1:00-5:00pm. Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

Historic Ranch Tours

Visit historic valley ranches, where Jackson Hole’s cowboy heritage still thrives. The tour is complete with cowboys, Western entertainment, and a good ol’ fashion barbeque. Hosted by Mountain Living magazine. 2:00pm Tickets are $50 each. Busses leave from Jackson’s Home Ranch Parking Lot at the corner of Cache and Gill Street just one block north of Town Square. Contact Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, 307.733.3316, www.jacksonholechamber.com

RARE Gallery: Conversation with the Artist

RARE Gallery is delighted to feature an intimate talk with Rick Armstrong and Dan Burgette. To provide the public with an opportunity to get to know the artists behind the award-winning works of art and hear them speak about the process, their subjects, and understand the boundless scope of their art. Both artists are local to the area and hold an in depth knowledge of the region we know and love, Jackson Hole. 2:00-5:00pm RARE Gallery, 60 E. Broadway 2nd Floor, 307.733.8726, www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com

Outdoor Photography Symposium

This all-day photography symposium led by the Art Association sponsored Teton Photography Group will feature Seven 35 minute sessions on the topics of: gear for wildlife photography, intermediate camera technique, photographing landscapes, photographing flowers and plants, photographing large mammals, photographing birds, perfecting outdoor composition, and special guest lecture from William Thompson (former National Geographic photographer.) The lecture series will include sponsored coffee breaks and luncheon. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 the day of the event. Call for tickets and information. 11:00am-7:00pm Black Box Theatre at the Center for the Arts, 240 S. Glenwood Street, 307.733.6379, www.artassociation.org

Tammy Callens Showcase

Favorite local painter Tammy Callens paints in the gallery. The event will include light refreshments. 10:00am-4:00PM Mountain Trails Gallery, 155 Center Street, 307.734.8150, www.mtntrails.net

Sunday, September 8

Western Design Conference Exhibit Sale

The world’s preeminent exhibition and celebration of what is happening in the world of western design. More than 100 exhibitors showcase one-of-a-kind creations of furniture, fashion, jewelry, and home accessories during the 21st annual Exhibit Sale hosted by Teton Home and Living magazine. 10:00am-5:00pm Tickets are available at the door for $15 (includes return privileges). Snow King Center, Corner of Snow King and Willow, www.westerndesignconference.com

14th Annual Takin’ It to the Streets

An open-air, juried art fair featuring 40 local artists, including some of Jackson’s finest, selling an array of artwork.  Presented by the Art Association of Jackson Hole. 10:00am-4:00pm Jackson Town Square, Contact Amy Fradley at 307.733.8792 or artistinfo@jhartfair.org

Taste of the Tetons

Valley chefs, restaurants, and caterers put their best culinary work on display for sampling. In addition to the open-air tasting fair participants will enjoy the wine tasting and silent auction and “Pickin’ in the Park” live musical entertainment presented by the Howdy Pardners Ambassador Club. Each taste ticket is $1. Tastes generally range from two to four tickets. 11:00am-4:00pm Jackson Town Square. Contact Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce, 307.733.3316, www.jacksonholechamber.com

Food is served up at the Taste of the Tetons event on Jackson’s Town Square

Rotary Supper Club’s Fall Arts Festival Wine Tasting and Silent Auction

Joining with Taste of the Tetons and Takin’ It to the Streets, the Rotary Supper Club presents the Wine Tasting and Silent Auction.  All proceeds go back into the community through scholarships and sponsorships!  Each taste ticket is $1. 11:00am-5:00pm Jackson Town Square

Grand Teton Gallery Artists in Residence

Gary Keimig, Tom Lucas, and Les LeFevre will present painting demonstrations and Rip Caswell will present a sculpting demonstration from 11:00am¬-4:00pm. Carol Santora will demonstrate painting with pastels & acrylic and Richard Mitchell will speak with the audience 1:00-5:00pm Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

RARE Gallery Featured Display

The work of Museum artist Michael Swearngin will be on display. The valuable collection of pieces with museum registry and provenance will demonstrate his unparalleled in style and substance with the subjects of the West. His work is contemporary yet classic. 5:00-8:00pm RARE Gallery, 60 E. Broadway 2nd Floor, 307.733.8726, www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com

Monday, September 9

Grand Teton Gallery: Meet the Artists

Gary Keimig, Les LeFevre, Tom Lucas, Rip Caswell, Al Hone, Mike Rangner, Chuck Middlekauff,  Deb Penk, and Jane Coleman. 4:00-8:00pm Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

Andrew Bolam: Icons of the American West

Promising young painter Andrew Bolam, displays his new pop-western series of wildlife and chief portraits. The event will include light refreshments. 5:00-8:00pm Mountain Trails Gallery, 155 Center Street, 307.734.8150, www.mtntrails.net.com

New Horizons IV Opening

The group show will open September 9 and run through September 15 featuring Dean Bradshaw, Bregelle Whitworth Davis, Nicole Gaitan, Jill Hartley, Linda Israel, Monica Jansen, Mark Kelso, Jack Koonce, Sarah Rogers, Karen Sebesta, Kay Stratman, and Pete Zaluzec. Horizon Fine Art, 30 King Street, 307.739.1540, www.horizonfineartgallery.com

Tuesday, September 10

Fall Arts Festival Open Studio Tour

Bring friends and family to our studios conveniently located just off the town square. Enjoy live music, food, and beverages while perusing through fun and creative art activities. Create, collaborate and experience a wonderful sample of media from each department at the Art Association. Art activities and demos include Raku firings, ceramics throwing demos, printmaking demo with Sharon Thomas, and a painting demo with Fred Kingwill. Art Association of Jackson Hole, All Studios. 5:30-7:30pm Art Association of Jackson Hole, 240 S. Glenwood St. 307.733.6379, www.artassociation.org

Grand Teton Gallery Artists in Residence

Deb Penk will demonstrate painting with acrylic while Al Hone will present a sculpture demonstration from 11:00am-3:00pm. Jane Coleman will be painting with watercolor, Rip Caswell will present a sculpture demonstration, and Mike Rangner will be painting with oil from 1:00-5:00pm. Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

Wednesday, September 11

Jewelry and Artisan Luncheon at Four Seasons Jackson Hole

Enjoy an elegant luncheon at an exclusive destination to preview and purchase handmade goods by premiere artisans of jewelry, fiber, leather, and other wearable art during this elegant event. This ladies-only event is kicks-off the Jewelry and Artisan portion of the National Museum of Wildlife Art’s Western Visions activities. The money raised from this fundraiser support the Education Programming at the Museum. Register by September 4, 2013 online at WesternVisions.org or by calling 307.732.5411. 11:00am-4:00pm Tickets are $100 per person. Four Seasons Jackson Hole in Teton Village, www.WesternVisions.org

Grand Teton Gallery Artists in Residence

Deb Penk will be painting with acrylic and Gayle Weisfield will be painting with watercolor from 11:00am-3:00pm. Michael Orwick will be painting with oil,  Rip Caswell will present a sculpture demonstration, and Carrie Wild will be painting with acrylic from 1:00-5:00pm. Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

RARE Gallery Opening

Unveiling the newest jewelry design by Petra Class.  Her use of raw and cut stones paired with her unique finish off 22K gold sets her apart as one of the finest jewelers of our time!  Her collection is shown only in the best museums and galleries in the USA and across Europe.  Her jewelry is all personally made and available in limited supply.  Be sure to find the piece that is uniquely yours. 12:00-4:00pm Rare Gallery, 60 E. Broadway 2nd Floor, 307.733.8726, www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com

Poster Signing with Jason Rich

Meet the 2013 Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival featured artist Jason Rich and receive a personally signed poster of his featured painting, “River Overlook: Gros Ventre River Ranch.” The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present this event that is open to the public. Call 307.733.3316 or email info@jacksonholechamber.com for more information about purchasing the 2013 Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival poster which sell for $30 unsigned and $40 signed. 3:00-5:00pm Legacy Gallery, 75 North Cache Street, 307.733.2353

Art Walk

Join more than 30 Jackson art galleries for the Third Thursdays Art Walk (moved to Wednesday evening for the week of the Fall Arts Festival).  Enjoy fine art and experience the vibrant Jackson art scene.  Look for the Art Walk banners. 5:00-8:00pm. Various locations. See gallery map for details.

Altamira Fine Art

Gallery Reception for John Nieto: Forces of Color and Spirit 5:00-8:00pm. Altamira Fine Art, 172 Center Street, 307.739.4700, www.altamiraart.com

Artists Reception and Trunk Show

Horizon will host a discussion with their featured artists along with demonstrations and a trunk show featuring jewelry by local artist Monica Jansen during the Art Walk. 5:00-8:00pm. Horizon Fine Art, 30 King Street, 307.739.1540, www.horizonfineartgallery.com

Thursday, September 12

Going Wild

Veryl Goodnight’s lecture and workshop will be held from 10:00-11:00am. Tickets are $75 per person. Mark Eberhard’s process workshop will be held from 1:00-2:30pm. Tickets are $75 per person. Purchase a combo ticket for both workshops for $100 and take advantage of the opportunity to see two wild animals. National Museum of Wildlife Art, 2820 Rungius Road, 307.733.5771

Grand Teton Gallery Artists in Residence

Jim Reid will be painting with oil, Jody Kroeger will present a sculpture demonstration and Carrie Wild will be painting with acrylic from 11:00am-3:00pm. Michael Orwick will be painting with oil and Rip Caswell will present a sculpture demonstration form 1:00-5:00pm. Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

RARE Gallery Private Unveiling

Rick Armstrong saved his favorite pieces from the new show “Through the Eyes” for a private unveiling! Come out and be the first to see his newest collection of 2013. Highly acclaimed sculptor Mark Yale Harris will be available to discuss his sculpture which has been the highlight of museum shows and galas from coast to coast. Figurative abstract work will be on display. 2:00-5:00pm RARE Gallery, 60 E. Broadway 2nd Floor, 307.733.8726, www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com

Altamira Fine Art: Meet the Artists

R. Tom Gilleon and Greg Woodard will be the featured artists. 1:00-3:00pm. Altamira Fine Art, 172 Center Street, 307.739.4700, www.altamiraart.com

Astoria Fine Art Gallery Reception

Josh Legg will be the featured artist. 3:00-6:00pm Astoria Fine Art, 35 E. Deloney, 307.733.4016, www.astoriafineart.com

Wild West Artist Party

As part of the National Museum of Wildlife Art’s 26th Annual Western Visions: Miniatures and More Show & Sale, artists and patrons have an opportunity to view the art, place their ballots, and mingle before the big sale. The money raised from this fundraiser support the Education Programming at the Museum. The Jewelry and Artisan Show & Sale, the Original Prints Show & Sale, and the Sketch Show & Sale are open to the public during this event and the artisans are in residence. The evening includes delicious fare, a full bar, and entertainment.  Register by September 4, 2013 online at www.WesternVisions.org or by calling 307.732.5411. Tickets are $150 per person. 6:30-10:30pm. National Museum of Wildlife Art, 2820 Rungius Road, 307.732.5411, www.WesternVisions.org

Friday, September 13

The Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes*

It’s no secret that Jackson Hole boasts some of the country’s most spectacular homes. This year during the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival, you can experience the reality of this well-deserved reputation. The Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes will provide a one-of-a-kind opportunity to tour a selection of our valley’s most exquisitely designed, built and decorated homes by our premier architects, builders and designers. From mountain modern to a log masterpiece, this is a rare chance to see the innovative artisan style that is uniquely Jackson Hole- where western and contemporary unite. This two-day event will be a self-guided tour allowing for personal contact to be made with each of the designers, architects, builders and landscapers that are behind these unique projects. All ticket proceeds will be donated to local charities supported by each of our generous homeowners.

Hosted by Homestead Magazine. www.homesteadmag.com. Tickets are $75 each and are available online and at select retailers. Limited to 250 attendees. All ticket proceeds will be donated to local charities. 10:00am-4:00pm www.jacksonholeshowcase.com

Grand Teton Gallery Artists in Residence

Tammy Bality will offer a sculpture demonstration from 11:00am-3:00pm. Rip Caswell will offer a sculpture demonstration, Bob Coonts will be painting with acrylic, Kelly Singleton will be painting with oil, and Doug Monson will offer a charcoal/pencil demonstration from 1:00-5:00pm. Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

RARE Gallery

Rick Armstrong’s “Through the Eyes” will be on display. Mark Yale Harris and Kevin Box will also be featured. Kevin Box sculptures will leave you pondering the expanse space of art and sculpture through his cast origami pieces. Immerse yourself in the permanence of the present, the solid nature of the fragile, the elegance of technique! 12:00-3:00pm. RARE Gallery, 60 E. Broadway 2nd Floor, 307.733.8726, www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com

Altamira Fine Art: Meet the Artists

September Vhay and Mary Roberson will be the featured artists. 1:00-3:00pm Altamira Fine Art, 172 Center Street, 307.739.4700, www.altamiraart.com

Astoria Fine Art Gallery Reception

The gallery reception will feature works by Greg Beecham and Joshua Tobey. 1:00-4:00pm Astoria Fine Art, 35 E. Deloney, 307.733.4016, www.artassociation.org

26th Annual Western Visions®: Miniatures and More Show and Sale

This is the final opportunity to place your bid prior to the drawing that determines who is going home with a beautiful new work of art. The evening features refreshments and beverage, and most importantly, the names of the winning bidders are drawn. The money raised from this fundraiser support the Education Programming at the Museum. The Jewelry and Artisan Show & Sale, the Original Prints Show & Sale, and the Sketch Show & Sale will be on display and guests are invited to make purchases.

Register by September 4, 2013: this event sells out quickly! Call 307.732.5411 or visit the website. Tickets are $100 per person or $200 for a combo ticket for Thursday and Friday. 3:30 – 8:00 pm. Please view www.WesternVisions.org for a full listing of events. National Museum of Wildlife Art, 2820 Rungius Road, 307.732.5411, WesternVisions.org

Legacy Gallery

Artist Reception for Tim Shinabarger’s One Man Show 2:00-4:00pm Legacy Gallery, 75 North Cache, 307.733.2353, www.legacygallery.com

Mark Gibson: Western Radiance

Come join us as we feature some of Mark Gibson’s latest luminescent landscapes and teepees. The event will include light refreshments. 5:00-8:00PM Mountain Trails Gallery, 155 Center Street, 307.734.8150, www.mtntrails.net

Saturday, September 14

18th Annual Jackson Hole QuickDraw Art Sale and Auction

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present nationally, regionally, and locally recognized artists who

An artist participates in the QuickDraw event during the Fall Arts Festival.

will demonstrate their skills at this unique alfresco event. One-of a-kind artwork will be auctioned off following the ninety minute creative process where spectators will watch artists paint and sculpt. The auction will feature the sale of “River Outlook: Gros Ventre River Ranch” by Jason Rich, the featured artwork of the 2013 Fall Arts Festival. 9:00 am Jackson Town Square, 307.733.3316, www.jacksonholechamber.com

Astoria Fine Art Gallery Reception

Best of Astoria Show:  Works by Mark Eberhard (National Museum of Wildlife Art featured painter) will be featured along the work of more than 25 artists in attendance 10:00am-1:00pm Astoria Fine Art, 35 E. Deloney, 307.733.4016, www.astoriafineart.com

The Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes*

It’s no secret that Jackson Hole boasts some of the country’s most spectacular homes. This year during the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival, you can experience the reality of this well-deserved reputation.  The Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes will provide a one-of-a-kind opportunity to tour a selection of our valley’s most exquisitely designed, built and decorated homes by our premier architects, builders and designers. From mountain modern to a log masterpiece, this is a rare chance to see the innovative artisan style that is uniquely Jackson Hole- where western and contemporary unite. This two-day event will be a self-guided tour allowing for personal contact to be made with each of the designers, architects, builders and landscapers that are behind these unique projects. All ticket proceeds will be donated to local charities supported by each of our generous homeowners.

Hosted by Homestead Magazine. See more information below. www.jacksonholeshowcase.com

Tickets are $75 each and are available online and at select retailers. Limited to 250 attendees. All ticket proceeds will be donated to local charities. 12:00-6:00pm www.jacksonholeshowcase.com

Horizon Fine Art Quick Draw Feature

Utah Palette Knife Artist Dean Bradshaw, Local Watercolor Artist Kay Stratman, and Kentucky  Equine and Wildlife Artist D. Lee will be featured during the Quick Draw. 9:00am-12:00pm Jackson Town Square, 307.739.1540, www.horizonfineartgallery.com

Altamira Fine Art: Meet the Artists

Jared Sanders, Amy Ringholz, and Duke Beardsley will be featured. 1:00-3:00pm Altamira Fine Art, 172 Center Street, 307.739.4700, www.altamiraart.com

Jackson Hole Art Auction

The Jackson Hole Art Auction is a live western art auction held every September in beautiful Jackson Hole, Wyoming.  Defined by the high standards of work offered by both contemporary artists and deceased masters, the JHAA has established itself as one of the premier western art events in the country. This exciting event attracts collectors from across the country as well as abroad. Please register to attend. 12:00pm. Center for the Arts, 265 South Cache Street, 866.549.9278, www.jacksonholeartauction.com

RARE Gallery: Meet the Artist

Pat Flynn, master metalsmith, master stone setter, and master jeweler, has been featured in permanent displays in the Smithsonian, the Met, and MOMA to name a few. It is easy to see why his jewelry is so extraordinary as he starts with a nail and works it into a piece of art. Brilliant diamonds and 22K gold accent the simple elegance of the piece! Pat is a wealth of knowledge and a whole lot of fun.  Come meet the master behind the most sought after collection in Jackson Hole. 12:00-5:00pm RARE Gallery, 60 E. Broadway 2nd Floor, 307.733.8726, www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com

Grand Teton Gallery Artist Reception

Doug Monson, Rip Caswell, Gayle Weisfield, Bob Coonts, Tammy Bality, Jim Reid, Kelly Singleton, Narrie Toole, Deb Penk, and Carrie Wild will be featured. 4:00-8:00pm. Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

Mangelsen – Images of Nature Gallery

The annual fall reception at MANGELSEN – Image of Nature Gallery will feature world-renowned wildlife and nature photographer Thomas D. Mangelsen and his latest images. At the artist’s reception, Tom will visit with collectors, tell stories about his photographic journeys, and sign books and limited edition prints. 6:00-9:00pm. Images of Nature Gallery, 170 N. Cache, (307) 733-9752, www.mangelsen.com

Mountain Trails: Quick Draw Artists Featured

Dustin Payne, Amy Poor, Chris Navarro, Jeff Ham, Troy Collins, John Potter, and Nicholas Coleman will be featured at the Quick Draw on Town Square. A reception will be held including light refreshments. 2:00-6:00pm Mountain Trails Gallery, 155 Center Street, 307.734.8150, www.mtntrails.net

Sunday, September 15

Art Brunch Gallery Walk

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the Sunday morning gallery walk! Join Jackson’s 30 plus art galleries for brunch and festive beverages at this closing-day celebration the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival!  Enjoy brunch, Bloody Marys, and spectacular art…what an ending! 11:00am-3:00pm Various locations. See gallery map for details. 307.733.3316

Grand Teton Gallery

Artists in Residence: Deb Penk will be painting with acrylic, Rip Caswell will present a sculpture demonstration, and Gayle Weisfield will be painting with watercolor. 11:00-3:00pm. Grand Teton Gallery, 130 West Broadway, 307.201.1172, www.grandtetongallery.com

Mountain Trails Collector’s Brunch

All are invited to join us for a festive brunch in celebration of our collectors and artists. 10:00am-2:00pm. Mountain Trails Gallery, 155 Center Street, 307.734.8150, www.mtntrails.net

Horizon Fine Art Champagne Brunch

Meet the featured artist as the gallery is transformed into a live studio. Enjoy amazing food and beverages as you watch the artists work. 10:00am-3:00pm. Horizon Fine Art, 30 King Street, 307.739.1540, www.horizonfineartgallery.com

Travel Package

Planning to visit Jackson Hole for the festival? Consider booking a package with Jackson Hole Central Reservations. The package features three nights lodging, entrance to the National Museum of Wildlife Art, a scenic float trip, self-guided GPS National Parks tour, and scenic aerial tram tickets! Book now!

The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with The Liquor Store to present the 2013 Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival signature wine featuring “River Overlook.”

Conveniently located just 20 minutes from the Jackson Hole Airport, Jackson is served by major airlines including Delta, United, American and SkyWest. Reservation information for Jackson’s numerous hotels, as well as a complete schedule of Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival events can be found at www.jacksonholechamber.com. For additional information, contact Maureen Murphy at Jackson Hole Chamber, 307.733.3316.

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