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Help Take the AWA to
the next level. We have started a building fund to build a permanent
home to house the Academy of Western Artists.
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join or donate today.
The image of the Cowboy has become one of the most powerful, positive images in the world. Even as
the Cowboy is riding into the twilight of his existence, his legacy continues to flourish trough time. The publics fascination with this vanishing culture
will continue through continuation of the Cowboy's music, gear, art and trappings.
It is the ultimate compliment to be called Cowboy; many want to associate themselves with the Cowboy image. With the preservation of the Western arts ,
his legacy will continue through today's and the futures talented individuals who continue and pass on their talents.
Anyone who enjoys the music of Bob Wills and Gene Autry, appreciates the values of Will Rogers, is inspired by the art of Russell and Remington, is
awed by the craftsmanship of Garcia, McChesney and Bolin, and relates to the poetry of Kiskaddon and Ramsey, will want to see the tradition continue.
Each year the Academy of Western Artists holds the Will Rogers Cowboy Awards to honor outstanding individuals who through their varied accomplishments,
preserve and perpetuate the traditions, values and heritage of the American Cowboy.
The Academy of Western Artists is a organization that brings together talented
Cowboy, Country and Western Artists with the public, media and other
organizations to "Keep the Cowboy Spirit Alive."
Support The Academy Today . Help keep Cowboy and Western Alive.
The Academy of Western Artists is going to the next level. A
building fund to build a permanent facility to house the AWA and
have collections on display has been started.
The Academy of Western Artists Board of Directors has voted to
change membership pricing and change the way voting is done.
Nominations will still be open to members to nominate artists in
each category for the awards.
The nominations will be going to a jury of professionals in each
category for all voting.
Membership is open to anyone who would like to help support Cowboy &
Western Heritage.
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