American Art Collective

[Western Art] Hosting this First Look episode for our November 2026 issue of Western Art Collector is co-publisher Adolfo Castillo, who speaks with executive editor Michael Clawson about the lineup in this new issue. Among the highlights are features on Ed Mell's former gallery in Phoenix and a feature written by artist David Kassan, who is exploring the American West in his new work. Also in the issue are special sections devoted to small works, nocturnes and the Southwest. Subscribe to this issue at westernartcollector.com.

[Contemporary Realism] Co-publisher Adolfo Castillo speaks with managing editor Sarah Gianelli about the November 2026 issue of American Art Collector, which includes features about Linden Frederick, Sedrick Huckaby and a groundbreaking group show at Meyer Gallery curated by Anthony Waichulis and Natalie Featherston. They also discuss gallery shows happening around the country, online and in-person showcases hosted by the International Guild of Realism and American Artists Professional League, and special sections devoted to small works and nocturnes.This episode is sponsored by American Art Collector. Learn more at americanartcollector.com.

[Western Art] Today we have a very special episode devoted to Western icon Charles M. Russell. Joining us on the show is author Larry Len Peterson and Sarah Adcock, associate curator at the C.M. Russell Museum in Great Falls, Montana. We go into Charlie's whole life and career, and explore why his work is so treasured today, 100 years after his death. Celebrate Russell with us in the October issue of Western Art Collector. Subscribe today at westernartcollector.com.

[Western Art] September 18, 2026, will go down as a historic day in Western art. On that day, painter Mark Maggiori sold $9.3 million in art, including a new artist world auction record of $1.3 million. The sale took place during the Jackson Hole Art Auction in Wyoming. Prior to the momentous sale, executive editor Michael Clawson interviewed Mark on stage in front of a live audience. For todayh's episode, we are running the Q&A as it happened in Jackson Hole. This episode is sponsored by the Jackson Hole Art Auction, which hosted the show and the Q&A. Learn more about the auction house at jacksonholeartauction.com.

[Western Art] Host Wendie Martin talks with executive editor Michael Clawson about the October issue of Western Art Collector magazine. Charles M. Russell plays a big part in today's episode: Russell died in October 1926, a century ago. In addition to lots of content about Russell, the issue also has features on Jivan Lee and a trio of Montana artists, as well as our annual Western Museum Guide. Read the issue by subscribing at westernartcollector.com.

[Contemporary Realism] Wendie Martin hosts our 400th episode today as Michael Clawson, filling in for Sarah Gianelli, talks about the October 2026 issue of American Art Collector. The fall issue includes features on David Dibble, Robin Weiss and the Palette & Chisel, the art organization founded by Richard Schmid. The issue also includes our destination guide on Charleston, South Carolina, as well as a section on plein air painting. Subscribe to the issue on americanartcollector.com.

[Contemporary Realism] Artist Mitch Baird joins the show to discuss his journey as an artist, from drawing as a youngster all the way to being a respected painter and accomplished teacher. Mitch has several upcoming shows, including the Beaux Arts 2026 show at the Scottsdale Artists' School on November 7, 2026, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Today's episode is sponsored by American Art Collector magazine. Never miss an issue by subscribing at americanartcollector.com.

[Native American Art] Welcome to our annual report from Santa Fe Indian Market. We recorded four interviews right on the streets of Santa Fe, New Mexico, for the 104th Santa Fe Indian Market. Our guests today are best of show winner and pottery artist Sergio Lugo, jeweler Nanibaa Beck, painter Monty Singer and sculptor William Rogers. The annual market is put on by SWAIA, the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts. Native American Art is the official magazine of the market, and works closely with SWAIA to bring attention to the market and the artists. Next year's event will take place August 21 and 22, 2027. For more information about the magazine, visit nativeamericanartmagazine.com

[Western Art] Co-publisher Adolfo Castillo speaks with executive editor Michael Clawson about the September 2026 issue of Western Art Collector, which includes a big cover feature on Mark Maggiori, as well as coverage of the 60th annual Cowboy Artists of America exhibition, the Jackson Hole Art Auction, Quest for the West and much more. This issue also has a massive wildlife special section just in time for all of our coverage in Jackson Hole. Subscribe today at westernartcollector.com.

[Contemporary Realism] Co-publisher Adolfo Castillo speaks with managing editor Sarah Gianelli about the September 2026 issue of American Art Collector, which includes features about Michael Bergt and Alexey Steele, previews of events hosted by the Washington Society of Landscapes and American Impressionist Society, our annual special section on landscape painting and much more. This episode is sponsored by American Art Collector. Learn more at americanartcollector.com.