Embrace the bold side of Western art with modern works that break tradition, where artists like Ed Mell and Earl Biss reimagine the West through abstract styles, vivid colors, and contemporary influences.
Highlights From the Gallery
Art of the American West is diverse in style and materials, distinguished as Western because of subject matter. Landscapes, animals and peoples of the West are often depicted realistically in art—but not here! Painters such as Ed Mell, Earl Biss (Apsáalooke/Ojibwe) and Billy Schenck have been inspired by Pop Art, Cubism, Abstract Expressionism and other recent art movements to explore unexpected colors, angles and settings.
This art pushes the boundaries of the frontier, showing the independent spirit of the West in broadened approaches and evolving styles
Visit the New West Gallery
This gallery is part of our permanent collection and included with museum admission. Members enjoy free admission daily!
