National Museum of Wildlife Art Announces Outstanding Results of 38th Annual Western Visions® Art Show + Sale

The National Museum of Wildlife Art is pleased to announce the successful close of the 38th Annual Western Visions Art Show + Sale, the Museum’s longest-running fundraiser and one of the premier events for contemporary wildlife art in the country. With 171 participating artists and over 300 attendees, this year’s Show + Sale was a vibrant celebration of artistic excellence and connection to the natural world.

Artwork sales continued through the close of the exhibition on September 28, 2025, totaling over $600,000 in sales. In all, 111 pieces sold, marking a 65% sell-through rate. Strong online and in-person participation contributed to an increase in both total sales and number of works sold compared to last year’s event. Proceeds from sales benefited both participating artists and the Museum’s mission to impart knowledge and generate wonder through art and education.

“As always, the artists are the heart of this show,” said Madison Webb Stanko, Western Visions Show Director. “The success of this year’s event is a testament to the incredible talent on display and the continued relevance of wildlife art. We are so grateful for the support and participation of our Western Visions artists and patrons—without whom this show would not be possible.”

The annual Western Visions awards were presented during the festive evening sale on September 11, recognizing excellence in artistic achievement.

2025 Western Visions Award Winners:

• Museum Purchase Award: Camouflaged by T. Allen Lawson
• People’s Choice Award (3D): Yonder is Jackson Hole by Sandy Scott — Sponsored by Western Art & Architecture
• People’s Choice Award (2D): As One They Roam by Joe Kronenberg — Sponsored by Southwest Art
• Red Smith Award (Artist’s Choice): A King Size Bed by Gunnar Tryggmo — Sponsored by Fine Art Connoisseur
• Excellence for Artistic Merit Award: The Wonder of it All by Sally Vannoy — Sponsored by Western Art Collector

The Museum Purchase Award winner, Camouflaged by T. Allen Lawson, will join the Museum’s permanent collection, continuing the institution’s commitment to collecting and exhibiting exceptional works of wildlife art.

The National Museum of Wildlife Art extends its gratitude to this year’s sponsors, participating artists, and patrons for their ongoing support of Western Visions and its mission. The 38th Annual Western Visions Art Show + Sale was generously sponsored by the Mays Family Foundation and Richard C. Adkerson Family Foundation, as well as First Western Trust, Daidone Electric Inc, Sally & Bob Painter, Marcia & Mike Taylor, Ethel M. Chocolates, Hiram Blauvelt Art Museum, Jackson Hole Art Auction, Palate, Maggie & Dick Scarlett, Atelier Ortega, Barbara Carlsberg, Gallatin Wealth Management, Live Water Properties, Jane & Steve Malashock, Creative Coverings, Creative Curiosity, GraVoc, and JH Flower Boutique, Melvin Brewing, and Mountaineer Bourbon.

Mark your calendars: the 39th Annual Western Visions® Art Show + Sale will be held on September 17, 2026.