EXPLOSION in Jackson Hole Art Community
KABOOM! What’s that sound? That is the sound of Jackson Hole’s art
market exploding! Jackson is home to over 30 art galleries and
fine art establishment. With a
population of merely 20,000, this “Wild West” little town that once conjured
reminiscent visions of buffalo roaming the plains and cowboys riding the range
now brings into focus one of the hottest art markets in the Nation. Jackson
is on the map!
Jackson
Hole is
host to the finest wildlife and traditional Western art galleries in the
nation. The snow laden peaks of
the Tetons have long been immortalized in countless artistic pieces through the
generations. Priceless vintage photos
and unique antiquities are found displayed with great pride. The textured landscapes of Wyoming
and the wild animals of the West
have been captured with courageous
feeling and expansive depth in paintings hanging in world class
Jackson galleries.
Jackson, once recognized exclusively for
traditional Western art, has begun to rapidly expand its’ reach into the new
horizons of the hottest contemporary and Western contemporary art in the
nation. RARE Gallery is filled with
cutting edge pieces from artists like Michael Kalish and his license plate Americana pieces and
Thomas Lasansky with his developed style of capturing the essence of icons such
as Sitting Bull, Geronimo, and Abe Lincoln.
According to Terry Ray, owner of West Lives on Gallery, “This market was
made on traditional art. Now we have the
best of both worlds with strong traditional art and emerging contemporary
art”. He’s right! This shift in modality is moving
mountains! Jackson
Hole’s contemporary and Western contemporary art scene is
representing many of the nation’s best artists of today. Some will tell you
that Jackson boasts a lofty fifth seat in
national art gallery sales.
Jackson Hole has positioned itself as an art Mecca.
“Jackson Hole has unquestionably become a moving
force in Western and wildlife art of all genres”, says Rick Armstrong, owner of
RARE Gallery. Further he says,
“The spectrum of diversity continues to expand and push the envelopes!” Mary Schmitt, owner Cayuse Western Americana
agrees saying, “The diversity of art spans from super contemporary to the
traditional wildlife and landscapes vibrant with life of the ecosystems of the
world.”
As Jackson galleries of have grown in
number, more choices in style and medium have become available.
Artistic sophistication is
evolving in this quaint little valley. Tourists from all over the world
who once visited the area for the scenery, the untainted wildlife, the daring
recreation, and the rugged features of the American West are now traveling here
for ART! Jackson
Hole is happening!
Welcome to JH art market. The
exceptional demand for the finer things in life has exposed the canvas and bronze of a renowned collection of
art galleries in Jackson Hole and the
represented artists have become a thread in the fabric of the art scene of the
nation. Our little town is representing the
best artist, sculptors, jewelry designers, and creators of today’s artistic
community. Visiting Jackson’s countless galleries is popular with locals and
visitors alike. As you find yourself meandering
through the wood planked walkways that connect the Jackson
art scene, you will know you have found the unique treasures of
a true art community.
As Pablo Picasso once said, “Art washes away from the soul the
dust of everyday life.” Jackson
is a plethora of opportunity in art and our once dusty exterior is again
driving forward.
Keep your eye on us as we bring you the latest and
greatest of the happenings in Jackson Hole Art!
Blog brought to you by Hollee Armstrong, Owner RARE
Gallery/ RARE Properties of Jackson Hole.
Email me at hollee@rarejh.com or view online at www.raregalleryjacksonhole.com
I would love to hear from you!