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Wild Bunch Art Show Showcases Variety of Talented Artwork

For 32 years, A. Nadine Pickthorn and her husband farmed near Fort Peck, during which time Pickthorn developed a business creating and selling art. She was always grateful for the community support in allowing her to make a living out of a hobby. As plans were being made for retirement, Pickthorn decided to start an art show in Glasgow. “I felt this need to start the show in Glasgow. Not only to benefit local artists but for me to return to periodically,” said Pickthorn.

Now in it’s 18th year in Glasgow, the Wild Bunch Art Show, which will be Friday, Nov. 16 through Sunday, Nov. 18, at the Cottonwood, will be showcasing fan favorites from over the years as well as new artists. One returning artist, Leith DeWeese, who is also the coordinator of the Glasgow show, will be showcasing her watercolor talent. This year also marks an extraordinary milestone, as she is celebrating 10 years of painting. “My subjects have really expanded from old houses over the years,” said DeWeese. “Subjects now include landscapes, florals, nostalgia and farm commissions.” Original artwork from the North Dakota Art Gallery Association 2017 Touring Show will be on display and will be available for purchase.

Another fan favorite returning this year is Connie Tveten, who carves and paints water fowl, game birds and related subjects. Due to the environment surrounding her in northeastern Montana, she studies birds in their natural habitat for the most accurate representation in her work. She is also known for her oil and acrylics as well as southwest Native American paintings.

A new artist to this year’s show is Amanda Heimbuch, owner of Country Girl Clay studio and gallery in Glendive. Her vibrant handcrafted pottery is influenced by textures of tooled leather and bright colors of the Montana mountains and skies. Her internship at Prairie Fire Pottery in Beach, N.D., 11 years ago started her journey with clay and she has been fortunate to make a living out of it. She has a self-described addiction for anything that can be fixed, painted or repurposed, making it beautiful again. “I try to recycle things into my art, whether it’s recycling scratched metal to make metal and clay garden sculptures or using scraps of paper to collage a background on my paintings,” said Heimbuch.

Livingston-based artist Janet Moczar-Buti will be showcasing her love for horses, wildlife and the outdoors through oil paintings and bronze sculptures. “I create because I HAVE to, it’s not an option. Art for me is like breathing and I can’t live without it,” said Moczar-Buti. Her love of art has been with her for as long as she can remember and she has worked with diverse materials including pencils and pastels, oil painting, sculpting and casting. Her work is very diverse ranging from paintings that stand over five feet tall to bronze sculptures that are three inches tall.

Other artists that will be a part of the show include Larry and LeAnn Oschsner, who specialize in handmade semi-precious gemstone jewelry and quality cut gemstone cabochons; Matt Doyle, who specializes in wildlife; Kris Shaw, a member of the Havre Art Association and working with a variety of mediums; and Ned Malone, who utilizes his surroundings in Havre as inspiration for his paintings. Pickthorn is also making a return to the show this year after a short hiatus. She will be showcasing her acrylic paintings on unconventional canvas, including wood and rocks.

With a wide variety of talent in different art mediums including paintings, pencil drawings, wood carvings, pottery, sculptures and so much more, there is something for everyone to either admire and/or purchase. The Gala Opening for the show will be on Friday, Nov. 16, from 5 to 9 p.m., with refreshments provided by Ezzies. The show is also open Saturday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

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