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 available work from our artists.
Naomi Shachar
Debbie Hughbanks
Lori Cusick
Sheryl Knight
OPA Illume Gallery in Philipsburg, Montana.
Show opened July 11th and closes August 15th
Autumn Sunset Oil, 12 x 16
Breckenridge Fine Arts Center, Texas
August 12,th through October 11th
Sierra Lake Oil, 16 x 20
Sunlit Pathway Oil, 20 x 25
Leslie Kirchner
“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.
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
The Welcoming Committee
Into the Wide Open
"Hold Your Horses" Invitational Exhibition
July 26 to September 28
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.
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
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
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!