April 2023

When stories are told of the history and expansion of the United States, there are vast chapters about the Old West, where mythmakers and legends came to stake their claim in the adventure, exploration and great stories that have come to define the grit and determination of the country. The Old West conjures images of cowboys and ranchers, wide-open landscapes and vistas untouched by modern industry, as well as the perseverance and culture of Native Americans. These images will return with our 12th annual Painting the Old West feature in the April issue to spotlight select leading artists interpreting the Old West and the notable galleries that represent this highly collectible genre. Don’t miss this chance to show our readers your artwork depicting the Old West!

Join us in our April issue as we celebrate a popular segment of landscape art as we bring you our Painting the National Parks special section, with artwork all themed around the national parks and the beauty within them. The allure of the national parks is unmistakable for those who have seen their majesty. Many likely first visited one of the parks during a summer vacation, perhaps squeezed into the back of the family station wagon as it trekked through the countryside on the way to the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, the Grand Tetons or Bryce Canyon. Recall those fond memories of America’s natural splendor as we provide you a glimpse at the artwork of the majestic regions and insight on the painters and representing galleries.

Rich with cowboy culture and home to a wealth of Western history, Texas is a key destination for art collectors of all kinds. Home to some of the largest galleries, auction houses, museums and art districts, the Lone Star State inspires artists and art communities to create and develop their passion. Western Art Collector will return with its popular State of the Art: Texas feature in the April issue. We will provide coverage on Western art destinations from Austin, Boerne, Dallas/Fort Worth, Clifton, and Fredericksburg to Houston, Granbury, Richmond, San Antonio and all stops in between.