Women Artists of the West

Discover Women Artists of the West, an organization dedicated to promoting women artists. We encourage, inspire, and promote professional women artists.

Newest available work from our artists.

Judy Thompson

Ran Wu

Kelly Sooter

Carol Strock-Wassen

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Best of Show

“Radiance” by Carol Strock-Wassen

Chicago 10th Biennial Natural Juried Exhibit Pastels Fall/Winter 2025

Naomi Shachar

“From my bottom of my heart, THANK YOU, Dwight & Laura Dreyer and the Tehachapi Art Commission, for awarding my painting ‘Nike’ ‘Best of Show’” -Naomi Shachar

Graphic with the words 'Art 2025 Tetchap' and artistic elements, including a paint palette and brush.

2025 Best of Show - “Nike”

Mt Oyster Show 2025

Members of WAOW with work in the show at Mt Oyster Show in California

Not every member that attended is in this photo… several are missing. Let’s say that WAOW knocked it out of the park with sales and participation in this prestiges show! We have some of the finest artists both in painting and sculpture in the nation.

“Where the Sky Meets the Grass” 24”x48” Oil on Canvas

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Mejo Okon

CowgirlUp March 27-29, 2026

Six women standing together indoor with a window and wood paneling behind them, smiling at the camera.

California Critique Group on a gathering in Carmel for plein air painting and friendship! WAOW members love learning from each other and gathering in person forming lifetime friendships! WAOW Members: Katy Smith, Roxanne Kucera Sachs, Virginia Kamhi, K J Tuttle, Karen Glancy, and Nora Koerber.

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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

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