Women Artists of the West
Discover Women Artists of the West, an organization dedicated to promoting women artists throughout the world. We encourage, inspire, and promote professional women artists
Newest on the easel and available from our artists.
Bonnie Brentz
Syri Hall
Ginger Whellock
Naomi Shachar
“Missing Horse” by Naomi Shachar, one of four paintings accepted in the show.
Vicki Pedersen
“Wild Ones” by Vicki Pedersen, one of three paintings accepted into the show.
"Hold Your Horses" Invitational Exhibition
July 26 to September 28
Leslie Kirchner
In addition Leslie’s work will be apart of The Phippen Museum’s “Hold Your Horses Art Exhibition and Sale”, July 5, 2025- September 28th, 2025, Prescott, AZ
Left: Into the Wide Open Right: The Welcoming Committee
“Ghosts of the Night”, as well as myself for being juried into the American Women Artists : A Vision of Nature” at the National Sporting Library and Museum in Middleton VA. October 3, 2025- March 22, 2026. Only 55 artworks were accepted out of 531 pieces submitted. This is AWA’s ninth museum exhibit as part of their 25 in 25 initiative. Leslie is a Signature member of AWA.
Congratulations!
Cynthia Feustel
"The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center has announced the winner of a solo show in 2026 (late July - Sept).”
Voted by WAOW members attending the Opening.
Jan Delipsey
“Silent Sentinels” Oil on Panel 16x20
California Art Club
114th Gold Medal Exhibition
7 June-9 Aug. 2025
VEFA Gallery, Torrance, Cal.
Naomi Shachar
“Moored" 9x12 Oil on Linen
Vicki Pedersen
2025 National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society “Best of America’s Small Works Exhibit”
Award of Merit
“I was so excited when I found out that this painting, "Red Blanket" was accepted into the 2025 National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society Best of America Small Works Exhibition. Today I received the happy news that the painting received an "Award of Merit." Thank you to NOAPS.”
Mary Russell
OPA National Exhibition Bradenton Florida
“The Seed Pot” 16 x 20 oil/panel has been juried into the OPA National Exhibition in Bradenton, Florida. The dates are May 30 - June 28..
Valeria Yost
2025 National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society “Best of America’s Small Works Exhibit”
Award of Excellence
Painting “Last Glance” by Valeria Yost
WAOW Mission
To unite professional women artists and foster a spirit of unity among WAOW members by facilitating open communication and fellowship.
To promote individual excellence in fine art through exhibitions, workshops, and educational initiatives.
To enhance public appreciation and recognition of women artists through increased visibility of their artwork via advertising and exhibitions. ©2025
Dedicated to Encouraging,
Inspiring, and Promoting Professional Women Artists
Sheryl Knight
OPA National Exhibition Bradenton Florida
Oil Painters of America: Herrig Center for the Arts in Bradenton, Florida … 34th Annual National Exhibition & Convention, May 30 to June 28, 2025.
Painting: Midsummer Evening, oil, 20x16
National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society
National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society Best of America Small Works Show. This is being held at the Eisele Gallery i Cincinnati, OH. The exhibit is from May 9 - May 31, 2025.
Painting: Daybreak, oil, 14x11
Leah Lucas
Oil Painters of America 34th National Exhibition.
Herrig Center for the Arts, Bradenton,Florida
California Critique Group on a gathering in the state for plein air painting and photo opportunities and friendship! WAOW members love learning from each other and gathering in person to meet each other forming lifetime friendships!