2009 Featured Artist Tom Gilleon
Tom Gilleon's grandfather immigrated to the United States from Scotland, His grandmother, a full-blooded Cherokee, was descended from a band of tribal members who refused to partake in the infamous Trail of Tears. During the early 1960s, he joined the Navy and when he got out he started working at Cape Kennedy, in a contract for the Pan-Am Corporation, as an illustrator. Later, he moved to California with a team of illustrators to work at Disney's Imagineering studio placed in charge of designing Epcot Center. After a move to Montana, he began showing work in galleries.
Starting with landscapes then progressing to the iconic images of the American West, he is now recognized as one of the leading figures in the Western Contemporary genre. Gilleon's connections to the aboriginal inhabitants of this continent, echoing throughout his work, are real. Gilleon himself has slept inside the teepee rings, sat, meditated and sketched within the circles, reflecting on the stories of his grandmother.
Gilleon says, "Simplicity is a key to fine art. By eliminating all the unnecessary elements and being as direct as possible, an artist has the opportunity to tell a story and to guide the viewers eye and emotions."
Event Highlights Thursday, September 10
17th Annual Western Design Conference Exhibition & Sale
The world's preeminent exhibition of western furniture, home accessories and fashion, hosted by Teton Home and Living magazine, brings together artists, scholars, collectors, interior designers, architects and fashion designers with an interest in the West. Artisans display handcrafted functional art in leather, metal, accents, woodworking, jewelry and fashion during the exhibition and sale.
The Pavilion at Snow King Center, 10:00am-5:00pm
tickets: $15 a day or $35 for three-day pass
www.westerndesignconference.com
Western Design Conference Fashion Show
An up-close-and-personal live-model jewelry show and champagne celebration, followed by a runway fashion show presenting western-genre couture collections from both up-and-coming and established fashion designers. Gala reception follows the show.
Center Theater at the Center for the Arts,
Doors open at 6:00pm, Fashion Show at 7:15pm
tickets: $125 runway, $100 main floor, $75 balcony, reserved seating. 307-733-4900
www.jhcenterforthearts.org
American Visions Group Show
September 1 - 21, 2009
Mountain Trails Gallery
307-734-8150, www.mtntrails.net
Off Square Theatre Company
Fall Arts Festival BLACK BOX Studio Series
The Sweetest Swing in Baseball by Rebecca Gilman, September 8-12, 8:00pm evenings: A light hearted tale of a woman who pretends to be Darryl Strawberry. Lettice and Lovage by Peter Shaffer, September 15-19, 8:00pm evenings: A sparkling 1987 British comedy about overcoming mediocrity.
Center Theater at the Center for the Arts, 8:00pm nightly
tickets: $25 Adult, $20 Senior/Student and $15 Children (11years & under)
307-733-4900, www.OffSquare.org
Galleries West Fine Art, 7th Fall Round Up
This annual Fall Arts Festival group show features new works by the entire roster of Galleries West artists. Artist's reception takes place during the Wednesday night ART walk.
Galleries West Fine Art, 307-733-4412, www.gallerieswestjacksonhole.com
Friday, September 11
17th Annual Western Design Conference Exhibition & Sale
The world's preeminent exhibition of western furniture, home accessories and fashion, hosted by Teton Home and Living magazine, brings together artists, scholars, collectors, interior designers, architects and fashion designers with an interest in the West. Artisans display handcrafted functional art in leather, metal, accents, woodworking, jewelry and fashion during the exhibition and sale.
The Pavilion at Snow King Center, 10:00am-5:00pm
tickets: $15 a day or $35 for three-day pass
www.westerndesignconference.com
Western Design Conference Jewelry Show & Awards Ceremony
A showcase of one-of-a-kind contemporary and traditional jewelry and accessory collections, including a formal recognition awarding over $20,000 in cash prizes to the exhibitors whose work best exemplifies the traditions and evolution of western design. Open reception to follow.
The Pavilion at Snow King Center, 6:30-8:30pm
tickets: $20, www.westerndesignconference.com
Studio Tours
Experience the artist's world. Watch as painters create on canvas, molten glass is transformed into beautiful vessels, metal is forged and clay pots formed. Follow the map on the Chamber website and feel free to call for directions.
10:00am-5:00pm
Contact Laurie Thal at 307-733-5096, www.thalglass.com
Palates & Palettes Gallery Walk
More than 30 art galleries open their doors to showcase magnificent art with food, wine and music!
Various locations, see gallery map, 5:00 – 8:00pm, open to the public.
The Best of Astoria, September 11-20th
Includes the 2nd Annual Greg Beecham Wildlife Showcase.
Astoria Fine Art, 307-733-4016, www.astoriafineart.com
Trio Fine Art Demonstration, 3:00-5:00pm
Join Lee Carlman Riddell, Kathryn Mapes Turner, and September Vhay as they demonstrate three mediums of charcoal, oil and watercolor. They will be serving Dragon Lady tea by Heather Bupp. It is a great opportunity for the community to come watch local artists, the process of creating art, while surrounded by their finished works. Children are welcome and encouraged.
307-734-4444, www.triofineart.com
Diehl Gallery, 5:00-8:00pm
Diehl Gallery will host a solo exhibition "Beaks & Muzzles"for British Columbian artist Sheila Norgate. Join Diehl for the artist's opening reception.
307-733-0906, www.diehlgallery.com
Galleries West Fine Art, 5:00-8:00pm
Galleries West teams up with Burke's Chop House for this popular Fall Arts kickoff event.
307-733-4412, www.gallerieswestjacksonhole.com
Legacy Gallery, 5:00-8:00pm
One Man Show featuring Robert Coombs.
307-733-2353, www.legacygallery.com
Off Square Theatre Company
Fall Arts Festival BLACK BOX Studio Series
The Sweetest Swing in Baseball by Rebecca Gilman, September 8-12, 8:00pm evenings: A light hearted tale of a woman who pretends to be Darryl Strawberry. Lettice and Lovage by Peter Shaffer, September 15-19, 8:00pm evenings: A sparkling 1987 British comedy about overcoming mediocrity.
Center Theater at the Center for the Arts, 8:00pm nightly
tickets: $25 Adult, $20 Senior/Student and $15 Children (11years & under)
307-733-4900, www.OffSquare.org
Saturday September 12
17th Annual Western Design Conference Exhibition & Sale
The world's preeminent exhibition of western furniture, home accessories and fashion, hosted by Teton Home and Living magazine, brings together artists, scholars, collectors, interior designers, architects and fashion designers with an interest in the West. Artisans display handcrafted functional art in leather, metal, accents, woodworking, jewelry and fashion during the exhibition and sale.
The Pavilion at Snow King Center, 10:00am-5:00pm
tickets: $15 a day or $35 for three-day pass
www.westerndesignconference.com
Studio Tours
Experience the artist's world. Watch as painters create on canvas, molten glass is transformed into beautiful vessels, metal is forged and clay pots formed. Follow the map on the Chamber website and feel free to call for directions.
10:00am-5:00pm
Contact Laurie Thal, 307-733-5096, www.thalglass.com.
Historic Ranch Tours
Visit historic valley ranches where Jackson Hole'scowboy heritage still thrives. The tour is complete with cowboys, western entertainment, and a good ol' fashioned barbeque catered by Bubba's. Hosted by Mountain Living magazine. Busses leave the Home Ranch parking lot at 2:00pm.
tickets: $50
307-699-3868, www.jacksonholecowboyjubilee.org
Community Foundation of Jackson Hole, 10:00am
Please join us at 10:00am on the Town Square for Old Bill's Fun Run 2009. Over 3,000 people come together on the second Saturday in September for one of the biggest celebrations of community philanthropy in the country. The day is filled with a fun run and walk, entertainment, food and non-profit informational booths. The popularity of the event combined with ease of giving has increased awareness about the work of local non-profits and has enabled organizations to raise over $60.5 million in the last twelve years.
307-739-1026, www.oldbills.org
West Lives On Gallery, 1:00-5:00pm
Reid Christie-One Man Show Reception, 1:00-5:00pm
"Capturing Wyoming On Canvas" by Reid Christie. Join the gallery for a reception for the artist.
307-734-2888, www.westliveson.com
Toland Sand Reception, 4:00-7:00pm
Join A Horse of a Different Color Gallery to celebrate the magnificent work of Toland Sand, an internationally known glass artist. His medium is cold-worked glass which is the creation of glass sculpture through the process of constructing three-dimensional glass forms
using adhesives. His work will be on display from September 10th thru the 30th.
A Horse of a Different Color Gallery, 307-734-9603
Legacy Gallery, 6:00-9:00pm
Three Artist Show featuring Nelson Boren, Donna
Howell-Sickles and Tim Tanner.
307-733-2353, www.legacygallery.com
Off Square Theatre Company
Fall Arts Festival BLACK BOX Studio Series
The Sweetest Swing in Baseball by Rebecca Gilman, September 8-12, 8:00pm evenings: A light hearted tale of a woman who pretends to be Darryl Strawberry. Lettice and Lovage by Peter Shaffer, September 15-19, 8:00pm evenings - A sparkling 1987 British comedy about overcoming mediocrity.
Center Theater at the Center for the Arts, 8:00pm nightly
tickets: $25 Adult, $20 Senior/Student and $15 Children (11years & under)
307-733-4900, www.OffSquare.org
Sunday, September 13
10th Annual Takin' It to the Streets
An open-air, juried art fair featuring 40 local artists, including some of Jackson's finest, selling an array of fine artwork. Presented by the Art Association of Jackson Hole.
Jackson Town Square, 10:00am-5:00pm
307-733-6379
Taste of the Tetons
Valley chefs, restaurants and caterers put their best culinary work on display for sampling. Also enjoy a wine tasting, silent auction, and "Pickin' in the Park" musical entertainment by The Jackson Hole Cowboy Jubilee. Each taste ticket is $1.
Jackson Town Square, 11:00am-5:00pm
Off Square Theatre Company
Fall Arts Festival BLACK BOX Studio Series
The Sweetest Swing in Baseball by Rebecca Gilman, September 8-12, 8:00pm evenings: A light hearted tale of a woman who pretends to be Darryl Strawberry. Lettice and Lovage by Peter Shaffer, September 15-19, 8:00pm evenings: A sparkling 1987 British comedy about overcoming mediocrity.
Center Theater at the Center for the Arts, 8:00pm nightly
tickets: $25 Adult, $20 Senior/Student and $15 Children (11years & under)
307-733-4900, www.OffSquare.org
Monday, September 14
Jackson Hole Cowboy Jubilee Concert
Celebrate the West at our 8th annual Premier Music and Poetry Roundup! Hear award-winning artists Jon Chandler and The Wichitones, Sourdough Slim, Diane Tribitt, and top-tier local performers as they take you on a journey through song and rhyme. This dynamic show will touch young and old with its history, humor, and heartfelt visions of the West. This is the "Don't-Miss" event of the Fall Arts Festival, held in the valley's finest performance venue, the Center Theater.
Center for the Arts, 7:00pm
tickets: $28
307-733-4900, www.jacksonholecowboyjubilee.org
Tuesday, September 15
Jewelry and Artisan Luncheon at Teton Pines
Enjoy an elegant luncheon at an exclusive destination. Premiere artisans (jewelry, fiber and leather) preview and sell their stunning handmade goods. This ladies only event is the kick-off of the Jewelry and Artisan portion of the week's activities. Register by September 10, 2009 by calling 307-732-5412.
Teton Pines Resort & Country Club, 11:00am–4:00pm
tickets: $100 per person or $500 per person for a package including Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday plus other exclusive events.
www.WesternVisions.org
Gallery ARTWalk
Join more than 30 Jackson art galleries for the Third Thursdays ARTWalk (moved to Wednesday evening for the week of the Fall Arts Festival). Enjoy fine art and experience the vibrant Jackson art scene. Look for the ART walk banners!
Various locations, see gallery map, 5:00-8:00pm, open to the public.
Poster Signing with Tom Gilleon at Mountain Trails Gallery
Meet artist Tom Gilleon and receive a personally signed poster of his featured painting, "Yellow Leaves Moon." Mountain Trails Gallery, 3:00-5:00pm, open to the public. 307-734-8150.
Galleries West Fine Art, 5:00-8:00pm
Reception for the 7th Fall Round-Up. Meet and visit with many Galleries West artists.
307-733-4142, www.gallerieswestjacksonhole.com.
Thursday, September 17
Wild West Preview Party
As part of the 22nd Annual Western Visions, artists and patrons have an opportunity to view the art, place their ballots, and mingle before the big sale. The Jewelry and Artisan Show & Sale, Photography Show & Sale and Sketch Show & Sale are also open to the public during this event and the artisans are in residence. The evening includes delicious fare, a full bar and entertainment. Register by September 10, 2009 by calling 307-732-5412.
National Museum of Wildlife Art, 6:30-10:30pm
tickets: $100 per person or $500 per person for a package including Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, plus other exclusive events.
www.WesternVisions.org
Center Street Gallery, 5:00-8:00pm
Marshall Noice and Robert Deurloo Show
Marshall Noice is a contemporary landscape oil painter from Kalispell, MT. Robert Deurloo is a wildlife sculptor working in bronze and exotic patinas from Salmon, ID.
307-733-1155, www.centerstreetgallery.com
Friday, September 18
22nd Annual Miniatures and More Show & Sale
This is the final opportunity to place your bid prior to the drawing that determines who is going home with a beautiful, new work of art. The evening features hors d'oeuvres and beverage, and most importantly, the names of the winning bidders are drawn. The Jewelry and Artisan Show & Sale, the Photography Show & Sale and the Sketch Show & Sale will be on display and guests are invited to make purchases. Call 307-732-5412. Register by September 10, 2009, this event sells out quickly! Call 307-732-5412.
National Museum of Wildlife Art, 5:30-9:30pm
tickets: $100 per person or $500 per person for a package including Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, plus other exclusive events.
www.WesternVisions.org
Legacy of Nature Group Show, 1:00-4:00pm
The Legacy of Nature Group Show featuring wildlife and sporting art. Artists include paintings by Ken Carlson, Luke Frazier, Michael Coleman, Brian Grimm, Chad Poppleton, Julie T. Chapman, Trevor Swanson, Jan Martin McGuire, and sculptures by Ken Bunn and Tim Shinabarger.
Legacy Gallery
307-733-2353, www.legacygallery.com
The Best of Astoria, September 11-20th
Includes the 2nd Annual Greg Beecham Wildlife Showcase.
Astoria Fine Art
307-733-4016, www.astoriafineart.com
Jackson Hole Art Auction Preview
The Jackson Hole Art Auction is a premier Western Art Auction featuring art from Past and Present Masters of the American West. Historically recognized Western American Art is the focus, including works by the Taos Society of Artists, Deceased American Masters and Top Contemporary Western and Wildlife Artists. The Jackson Hole Art Auction is presented in association with Trailside Galleries and Gerald Peters Gallery.
Center for the Arts
866-549-9278; www.jacksonholeartauction.com
Saturday, September 19
14th Annual Jackson Hole QuickDraw Art Sale & Auction
Nationally, regionally and locally recognized artists paint and sculpt as spectators look on. The one-of a-kind artwork will be auctioned off following the hour-long creative process, along with the sale of "Yellow Leaves Moon," by Tom Gilleon, the featured artwork of the 2009 Fall Arts Festival.
Jackson Town Square, 9:30am, open to the public.
Please note earlier time.
The Best of Astoria, September 11-20th
Includes the 2nd Annual Greg Beecham Wildlife Showcase.
Astoria Fine Art
307-733-4016, www.astoriafineart.com
Galleries West Open House, All Day
Visit the gallery any time throughout the day for hors d'oeuvres and beverages. Many Fall Round-Up artists will be on hand during the day.
Galleries West Gallery
307-733-4412, www.gallerieswestjacksonhole.com
Trailside Galleries Fall Gold Show, 3:00-6:00pm
This annual event will show new works by all of their gallery artists with special showcases for Kyle Sims (wildlife painter), Lindsay Scott (wildlife artist), Bonnie Marris (wildlife painter), a small grouping by Mian Situ (Chinese figural painter) as well as a small grouping by wildlife painters Adam and Dan Smith.
307-733-3186, www.trailsidegalleries.com
Jackson Hole Art Auction
The Jackson Hole Art Auction is a premier Western Art Auction featuring art from Past and Present Masters of the American West. Historically recognized Western American Art is the focus, including works by the Taos Society of Artists, Deceased American Masters and Top Contemporary Western and Wildlife Artists. The Jackson Hole Art Auction is presented in association with Trailside Galleries and Gerald Peters Gallery.
Center for the Arts
866-549-9278; www.jacksonholeartauction.com
3rd Annual Jackson Hole Fall Real Estate Auction, noon
The Jackson Hole Annual Fall Real Estate Auction features properties in and around the Jackson Hole area to be sold at public auction. These are not distressed or foreclosed properties; they are entered by people who choose to allow the market to set the price. High noon or after the Quickdraw Auction.
The Wort Hotel, www.jacksonholeauctions.com.
Sunday, September 20
Art Brunch Gallery Walk
Join Jackson's 30-plus art galleries for brunch and festive beverages at this closing-day celebration of yet another superb Fall Arts Festival! Brunch, Bloody Marys and spectacular art. What an ending!
Various locations, see gallery map, 11:00am-3:00pm, open to the public.
West Lives On Gallery Open House, 10:00am-4:00pm
Featuring over 12 of West Lives On Gallery artists.
307-734-2888, www.westliveson.com.
Future Festival Dates
September 9-19, 2010
September 8-18, 2011
September 6-16, 2012
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