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portfolio • 55 Arvon Art Show Artists ARVON ART SHOW Byrd, Gary Fulcher, Chuck Grant, Mimi Netherwood, Joe Oiestad, Steven H Smith, Carlyle S Taylor, Roland Ukrainetz, Echo Ukrainetz, Ron Van Heel, Jackie Weber, Paige Wolf, Brenda Mimi Grant - Springtime Scents • 48" x 36" • Oil Mimi's artistic ingenuity transcends conventional confines as she pushes the boundaries of scratchboard technique to new heights. 'It's very time-consuming, but it gives me the look I want. It's especially nice for creating fur and feathers, but you have to scratch out each hair,' Mimi says. 'You can do some scenery, but you can't really do white fluffy clouds with it. At least I haven't yet figured out how,' she laughs." Mimi's prowess and meticulous crasmanship shine through in works like "One of ose Days," where a grizzly bear sow commands aention as she guards her three cubs nestled in the safety of a tree's branches. Grateful for Peter's unwavering support of local artisans, Mimi finds joy in sharing her creations with patrons of the Hotel Arvon, especially during Western Art Week. "e art you see in the hotel is not your typical mass-produced hotel art," she affirms. "ere's a real person behind each piece," Mimi emphasizes, underscoring the intimate connection between artist and artwork that infuses every corner of this distinguished establishment. Oil painter Paige Weber brings a fresh perspective to the hotel's collection, expressing gratitude to Peter for the opportunity to showcase her art. "I'm so grateful to Peter for the opportunity to display my work. It means a lot to me," she acknowledges. Although currently residing in Pocatello, Idaho, Paige's roots trace back to Great Falls, where her artistic journey blossomed. Reflecting on her artistic inspiration, Paige credits her time in Great Falls for igniting her passion for painting animals and wildlife. "I was fascinated by all the birds in the area, and then we also started going to national parks. Great Falls really sparked that interest," she recalls. Her affinity for animals stems from a deep-seated curiosity about their inner worlds and their interactions with humans and each other. Among Paige's notable pieces in the hotel is "Between the Woods," a triptych featuring a majestic bison inspired by a bull she encountered in Yellowstone National Park. Another standout piece is " Wild Bunch," which holds special significance for the artist. "It's a bit more impactful than some others, and one of my favorite pieces in Hotel Arvon," she confides. is work serves as a heartfelt tribute to Grand Teton National Park and a few of her favorite horses. ARVON WESTERN ART SHOW Show Schedule Thursday, March 14 Show Opens | 11:30 am - 10 pm Friday, March 15 Show Opens | 11:30 am - 10 pm Saturday, March 16 Show Opens | 10 am - 10 pm Sunday, March 17 Show Opens | 10 am - 10 pm Thursday, March 14, 6 - 9 pm Bob Wire - Honkytonk/Country Friday, March 15, 6 - 9 pm Wiley and the Wild West - Western/Country Saturday, March 16, 4 - 7 pm Thorn Among Roses - Irish & American Acoustic Sunday, March 17, 4 - 7 pm The Lucky Barleys - Irish & American Acoustic Arvon Art Show • 116 First Ave. S. CELTIC COWBOY Entertainment Schedule Fredric Remington - Coming Through the Rye • Bronze (Not for Sale)

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