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Cowboys North and South | A Celebration of Will James


  • Claggett/Rey Gallery 216 Main St Edwards, CO, 81632 United States (map)

August 2024

Join us for a group exhibition and sale in celebration of, and inspired by, the 100th anniversary of Will James’ first book


“Out Where the Wild Ones Run” by Jason Scull | 25"×20"×17" | Bronze

We are proud to host a variety of artists from across the Americas to share their work and how it has been influenced by Will James. The gallery will be hosting painters, draftsmen, photographers, sculptors, writers, furniture makers, hat makers, smiths, jewelers, rawhide braiders, bit and spur makers, and saddle makers.


Reception

Saturday, August 10
5–8 PM

216 Main Street, Suite C-100
Edwards, Colorado 81632

Thank you for joining us, along with several artists and appreciators of Western art, for a celebration of Will James’ legacy.


The Artists

“8 Seconds” by Jim Rey | 30"×24" | Oil

Jay Adcock, Bill Anton, Wayne Baize, Teal Blake, Sophy Brown, Tom Browning, Shawn Cameron, Mike Capron, Wilson Capron, Todd Connor, Bob Coronato, Tyler Crow, Glenn Dean, Jane DeDecker, Jay Dusard, Josh Elliott, Phil Epp, Deborah Fellows, Bruce Greene, Brad Greenwood, Martin Grelle, Scott Hardy, Linda Hayden, Bo Joe, T.D. Kelsey, Pablo Lozano, Matt Litz, Rich Loffler, William Matthews, Herb Mignery, Joe Milazzo, Paul Moore, John Moyers, Terri Kelly Moyers, Tyler Murphy, Bill Nebeker, Scott O’Farrell, Julie Oriet, Joel Ostlind, Pedro Pedrini, Noe Perez, Scott Tallman Powers, Maximo Prado, Clark Kelley Price, Robert Pummill, Grant Redden, Jim Rey, Javier Ribeyrol, Cary Schwarz, Jason Scull, Tim Shinabarger, Cathy Smith, Ezra Tucker, Barbara Van Cleve, Don Weller, Rygh Westby, John Willemsma, Stewart Williamson, and Kathy Wipfler

Joe Beeler, Ed Borein, Robert Lougheed, Bill Owen, James Reynolds, and many others who have passed will be honored for their contributions to the world of Western art.


Exhibition Merch

We are proud to present a series of apparel options and a specialty custom-made wooden puzzle to celebrate Cowboys North and South.

"Cowboys North and South" Puzzle (Mini Available)
from $30.00

A wooden jigsaw puzzle celebrating our August 2024 exhibition “Cowboys North and South,” honoring Will James’ impact on the American West.

The puzzle features the written works of Will James including his illustrated covers.

500 Pieces (16×11″) | 55 Pieces (6×4″)

"Cowboys North and South" Will James T-shirt
$30.00

Honoring the 100th anniversary of Will James first book “Cowboys North and South” and our exhibition and sale bearing the same name.

A portrait of Will James by Bert Sharkey, often seen on the back of “Smoky,” is printed on the front of this shirt. On the back is a rendition of the back cover of “Uncle Bill,” featuring advertisements of other James works.

• 100% ring-spun cotton
• Garment-dyed
• Relaxed fit
• 7/8″ double-needle topstitched collar
• Twill-taped neck and shoulders for extra durability
• Double-needle armhole, sleeve, and bottom hems
• Blank product sourced from Honduras

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!

"Cowboys North and South" Will James Hoodie, Navy
$45.00

Honoring the 100th anniversary of Will James first book “Cowboys North and South” and our exhibition and sale bearing the same name.

A portrait of Will James by Bert Sharkey, often seen on the back of “Smoky,” is printed on the back of this hoodie.

• 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling
• Double-lined hood with matching drawcord
• 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Front pouch pocket
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!


Earlier Event: December 15
2023 Holiday Exhibition
Later Event: November 1
Construct | A Group Exhibition