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14 • portfolio the russell: the sale to benefit the cm russell museum Wearable Art Returns at Lively Russell Runway Show othing can make a person feel the spirit of the American West quite like actually wearing a piece of Western Art. With colors and fabrics as bold and rich as the Montana skies and landscapes, this year's The Russell Runway Show gives attendees a chance to wrap themselves up in wearable art from an array of regional and heirloom worthy designers. Along with returning contributions from Montana Dreamwear, Meredith Lockhart, and Lindsey Thornberg, the 2019 show will include a live auction of one-of-a-kind vests and ponchos. Each piece is hand-painted by a celebrated artist from The Russell including Troy Collins, Tim Joyner, and Greg Kelsey. The opportunities to enhance a personal wardrobe continue after the show and auction. Attendees can mingle and consult with designers, view modeled pieces up close, and even purchase pieces on site from the returning designers as well as Western Grace, Paris Montana, Cavviada, and Julie Ewing Designs. It is not uncommon to see these Western art fashions being worn by their new owners at The Russell Auction later that evening. One talented designer to meet in person is Julie Ewing of Julie Ewing Designs. She plans to reveal "Legend of the White Buffalo" as her finale on the runway and shared, "I must admit, the moment I received word I was accepted as a designer for the 2019 Russell Runway Show, my Friday, Feb. 22, 2019 – Thursday, March 21, 2019 Exhibition on Display, C. M. Russell Museum • All pieces to be sold at the First Strike Auction and The Russell Live Auction will be on display at the museum as a temporary exhibit to give collectors and art lovers an up-close look. Free for museum members. Tuesday, March 19, 2019 Re-Opening of the Russell Home and Studio C. M. Russell Museum, 10 am - 5 pm • Come get the first glimpse of the new Russell Home and Studio exhibition. Re-opening after a two-year closure, the CM Russell Home and Studio exhibit will give guests a glimpse into the everyday life of Charlie and Nancy. New elements will be added throughout 2019. Thursday, March 21, 2019 Russell Skull Society of Artists Suites Mansfield Convention Center, 10 am-4 pm • Free and open to the public • Make the Russell Skull Society of Artists Suites your headquarters for Western Art Week in Great Falls. In addition to artworks for sale by this distinguished group of Western artists, enjoy delectable food, and premium beverages. Art Preview Party C. M. Russell Museum, 5-7 p.m. • Members: $40, Non-Members: $50 • Ticketed activities commence Thursday evening with this opportunity to see the auction art one final time, meet many of the artists, and join in the building excitement of the coming events. Gather with friends old and new at this kick-off for Western Art Week. • Music by The Eklegein Jam Band Friday, March 22, 2019 Art-in-Action Meadow Lark Country Club, 10 am-2 pm • Members: $50, Non-Members: $60 • An exciting variation of a traditional "quick draw," this event gives nationally known artists several hours to finish a piece of art while interacting with guests. The event culminates in a live auction of the completed works of art, with 100 percent of the proceeds donated to the museum by the participating artists. • Music by Almeda Bradshaw with special performance by Bruce Anfinson The Russell Event Schedule Angie Windheim N

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