Experience art in action at the Coors Western Art Exhibit & Sale’s Artist Demo Series, held throughout the 2025 National Western Stock Show, January 11-26! Visitors can witness live demonstrations by talented artists specializing in a range of media, including printmaking, painting, mixed media, and more. Each session offers a unique window into the creative process as artists share their techniques, inspirations, and craft secrets. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a collector, or just curious about the making of Western art, this series provides an immersive way to connect with art in a hands-on, interactive environment. Don’t miss this chance to meet the artists behind the works and see their art come to life!
Cora Sexton Wheeler
The goal of my art is to engage viewers through multiple sensory outlets, primarily visual and tactile. The saturated colors are playful, inviting and warm. The palette, along with the heavy texture, encourages a closer look and even a touch. My body of work is heavily influenced by my heritage and upbringing in both the city and on a ranch in Durango, Colorado. The paintings tell a story that reflects American history, especially in the West. Every piece starts with sculpting a landscape or image onto canvas with lightweight paste. Then, multiple acrylic color washes are applied to the layers and fine details are painted in. Paintings are completed with either a high gloss resin or varnished with a matte finish. The pieces are sculptures on canvas with the depth adding structure and interest. My work continues to grow and change in both the size and subject matter, always with a western nod and appreciation for my native Colorado upbringing.
