2020 Past Exhibits

Indians & Cowboys: Redefined by Duke & Woodard

October 22, 2020 – February 21, 2021

A member of a fifth generation family from Colorado, Duke Beardsley’s western roots run deep. His unique blend of modern art styling and traditional western iconography has made him a favorite among fans of contemporary Western art. Greg Woodard was originally best known for his carvings of birds from Tupelo Wood and has won many major bird carving competitions. Now he also works in bronze and has broadened his subject matter to reflect western themes, sometimes giving them and ironic twist. Virtual Member opening on October 22 on Booth’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. Click here to take a 3D tour through the exhibit.

Southwest Rising: Contemporary Art & the Legacy of Elaine Horwitch

October 10, 2020 – April 25, 2021

From the Tucson Art Museum Art dealer Elaine Horwitch was a major force in contemporary art in the Southwest from the early 1970s until her death in 1991, responsible for launching the careers of hundreds of artists from the region. With galleries in Scottsdale, Santa Fe, Sedona, and Palm Springs, she was a leader in fostering what has been called “new Western art” or “Southwest pop.” This exhibition highlights the works of some of the Elaine Horwitch Galleries’ most popular artists. Drawn from the Tucson Museum of Art collection and loans from Arizona and New Mexico, these paintings, sculptures, and works on paper reveal the breadth of art and innovation that occurred in the Southwest at a pivotal time of change. Featured artists include: Tom Palmore, Lynn Taber, Billy Schenck, John Fincher, James Havard, Fritz Scholder, Anne Coe, Larry Rivers, and Bob Wade. Virtual Member opening on October 15 on Booth’s Facebook page and YouTube channel at 7:00 pm. Click here to take a 3D tour of this exhibit.

American Dreams Or Imagined Lands: Terri Loewenthal, Jack Spencer, Christa Blackwood, Mark Klett and Byron Wolfe

August 22, 2020 – January 24, 2021

Working with a private donor (Jeffrey Hugh Newman), Jackson Fine Art, the Andrew Smith Gallery and the Candela Gallery. American Dreams or Imagined Lands brings together artwork by Jack Spencer, Terri Loewenthal, Christa Blackwood, Mark Klett and Byron Wolfe. The exhibition includes photographs from seven different projects created by these artists that display their unique perspectives on the American Landscape. These five artists share their imaginings about America and the American landscape, inviting the viewer to ask the very basic question: What is America? Click here to take a 3D tour.

Edward, Philip, and Matt Moulthrop: Western Woods

July 7 – October 4, 2020

Three generations of Georgia’s Moulthrop family have led the way in elevating wood turning into an important art form, primarily using native southeastern woods. Ed (deceased) taught his son Philip and grandson Matt the skills of wood turning and each of them has developed a unique style and created distinctive designs. For this exhibition, Matt and Philip have challenged themselves to create pieces from wood found mainly in the American West. Click here to view a 3D tour through the exhibition.

Making Their Mark: American Women Artists

May 27 – August 23, 2020

A new virtual exhibition at the Booth Western Art Museum, titled Making Their Mark: American Women Artists, now open click here to view the exhibition open through August 23, 2020. This juried show features 113 paintings and sculptures by members of American Women Artists (AWA). This is the fifth show in AWA’s 25 in 25 campaign to have 25 museum shows for its women artist members over the next 25 years. Click here to view AWA show/sale. Click here to view the AWA flip book or click here to view the family guide.

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