Pure West Art Auction

Pure West Art Auction Our goal is to provide a portal to an authentic West – think of it as a great mash-up of the past and present. Let it define you and your future heritage.”

𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
Canada’s premier western art auction
Mark your calendar: June 21, 2026
Consignment queries email: [email protected]
www.purewestartauction.com
𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐲, 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚 “Our mission is to produce an innovative and world-class West-centric festival that showcases, inspires and supports our rich western heritage and modern West community. We hope you will take part, celebrate your West and allow it into your bones, your footprint and your soul.

Summer is over and we’re back! 🎨🧑🏼‍🎨👩‍🎨Let’s get into it with a check in on what artists are up to this month.
09/10/2026

Summer is over and we’re back! 🎨🧑🏼‍🎨👩‍🎨
Let’s get into it with a check in on what artists are up to this month.

A win for Modernists in the American western art genre. Kim Wiggins has won the 2026 Ann Noble Brown Prix de West Purcha...
07/23/2026

A win for Modernists in the American western art genre. Kim Wiggins has won the 2026 Ann Noble Brown Prix de West Purchase Award, the most prestigious museum award in Western art, presented annually by the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City.

What makes this year’s award interesting is Wiggins’ style. He’s a modernist painter whose distinct approach has made him one of the most recognizable artists working in American western art. Along with greats such as Ed Mell, Donna Howell-Sickles, T.C. Cannon and Kevin Red Star, Wiggins is regarded as one of the creative forerunners of the “Modernist” movement. His winning piece, How the West Was Won – Chisum at Castle Gap, is a 60 x 48 inch oil painting depicting the 1866 cattle drive that helped establish the legendary cattle trails of the time.

“In 1866, cattle kings Chisum, Goodnight, and Loving drove 3,000 longhorns west, establishing the most famous cattle trail in American history. This painting shows John Chisum and Wild West icon Frank Chisum battling to control a massive stampede at Castle Gap near the Pecos River after crossing 80 miles of harsh desert.” ~ Kim Wiggins

The gallery representing Wiggins – Maxwell Alexander Gallery – called the win part of a groundbreaking shift: “museums are increasingly looking beyond traditional Western realism and recognizing artists working within a broader modernist tradition, what we categorize as ‘Western Regionalism.’” Western art has roots in the modernist movement of the early 1900s, but much of the genre shifted toward traditional realism starting in the 1970s.

Fun fact: Fans of Lonesome Dove may recognize the character Deets. Wiggins says he’s likely based on Frank Chisum – a real cowhand who became a wealthy cattle baron. John Chisum bought Frank in 1860 to free him from slavery, and Frank later took the Chisum name as an homage. If you haven’t read Lonesome Dove, it’s one of the greatest Western novels ever written.

The 8th Annual Pure West Art & Artifact Auction was one for the books. Record-breaking consignments, new sale highs, and...
06/28/2026

The 8th Annual Pure West Art & Artifact Auction was one for the books. Record-breaking consignments, new sale highs, and the largest crowd we’ve ever welcomed – this year didn’t just meet the bar, it raised it.

Hosted by Paul Brandt in support of ( ), the afternoon blended a perfect measure of culture and cause, featuring a curated live auction of standout Western art, live performance by Paul Brandt, West-inspired cocktails and canapés and an unmistakable Alberta flair.

We want to thank and Deane House Restaurant & Garden for partnering with us to present Buffalo Bones.

🏵️Together, we raised over $60,000 for 🏵️

We sold 92 lots, with only 7 lots passed out.
Over 40% of the lots sold above the estimated values printed in the catalogue.

Our high seller was Lot #40, GETTING THEM BACK, an oil painting by Jeff Weir which sold for $22,800.

Our reserve high seller was a donated charity piece. Lot #49, CAPTURED, a 2000 oil and gold leaf painting by Paul Van Ginkel sold for $21,600.

THANK YOU to our donors who so generously entrusted their art to this event. And to everyone who bought tickets, sponsored tables, bid with conviction, and gave so openly to the NIMC cause. Your generosity made the day, and more importantly, it made a difference.

THANK YOU to our major sponsors Brett Wilson, Green Prairie International, YYC Calgary International Airport, Calgary Homeless Foundation, Gerald Chipeur, Signature Aviation and the United Way of Calgary.

THANK YOU to our in-kind sponsors Eau Claire Distillery Alberta Wh**ky Cake Trail's End Beef Leah Miller, Maverix and our media sponsor, Avenue Calgary Magazine

THANK YOU to Rob Bergevin and Sharon, and the Foothills Auctioneers crew. It is always a pleasure to work with you.

THANK YOU to our own outstanding volunteer crew, the absolute best to pull off a full setup from start to finish!

And finally, a SPECIAL THANK YOU to all of our buyers, you are the critical key to the success of the day!

CONGRATULATIONS - you all went home with some great pieces of the West to begin and continue your collections.

~ Ingrid Schulz, founder, Pure West Art Auction

There is the potential of some rain in the forecast tomorrow… but remember our event is completely tented in and always ...
06/20/2026

There is the potential of some rain in the forecast tomorrow… but remember our event is completely tented in and always gets pretty cozy with all the action! And if you’re not taking in the auction live with us, you can always bid live online!

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June 21. Deane House, Calgary. In support of

𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐮𝐩 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐢𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐧𝐨𝐰!Have you checked it out at the link in our bio? We’re so happy with this co...
06/18/2026

𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐮𝐩 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐢𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐧𝐨𝐰!
Have you checked it out at the link in our bio? We’re so happy with this collection this year.

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June 21. Deane House, Calgary. In support of

“𝘾𝙖𝙣 𝙄 𝙗𝙞𝙙 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚?”𝗬𝗘𝗦! You can big starting now up until the lot number is auctioned off live this Sunday. You can plac...
06/18/2026

“𝘾𝙖𝙣 𝙄 𝙗𝙞𝙙 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚?”

𝗬𝗘𝗦! You can big starting now up until the lot number is auctioned off live this Sunday. You can place bids live without having to be at the event in person.

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗶𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗯𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗼𝘄!

Online bidding continues right through to the live auction, which kicks off at 2:00 p.m MST on June 21. You’ll be able to follow live bids in real time on your online platform and bid in sequence alongside the room.

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June 21. Deane House, Calgary. In support of

𝗢𝗡𝗘. 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞. 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗬 ‼️Buffalo Bones is 7 days out, we are almost sold out, and we couldn’t be more grateful!Calgary’s most a...
06/14/2026

𝗢𝗡𝗘. 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞. 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗬 ‼️

Buffalo Bones is 7 days out, we are almost sold out, and we couldn’t be more grateful!

Calgary’s most anticipated western garden event is nearly here, and it’s shaping up to be something truly special. The Pure West Art Auction showcases a carefully curated mix of contemporary and historic Western works, while Paul Brandt takes the stage live, all in support of

Expect Yellowstone energy, a chance to wear your best western wear, and an unforgettable spread of West-inspired cocktails and bold bites from our partners at .

This coming Sunday June 21. Deane House, Calgary. In support of .

𝘿𝙤𝙣’𝙩 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙤𝙪𝙩, 𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙞𝙤!

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🎨 Help us blow by 4,000 followers – and be our guest at Buffalo Bones. Here’s how to win two complimentary tickets:Simpl...
06/10/2026

🎨 Help us blow by 4,000 followers – and be our guest at Buffalo Bones.
Here’s how to win two complimentary tickets:

Simply tag someone you’d love to attend with in the comments below. That’s it.

One lucky pair will join us for an unforgettable afternoon of extraordinary art, West-inspired food and drink, and meaningful philanthropy.
The more you tag, the more chances you have to win.

Contest open until Midnight, June 10

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June 21. Deane House, Calgary. In support of



Buffalo Bones is 14 days out, we are 80% SOLD OUT, and we couldn’t be more grateful.Calgary’s most anticipated western g...
06/07/2026

Buffalo Bones is 14 days out, we are 80% SOLD OUT, and we couldn’t be more grateful.

Calgary’s most anticipated western garden event is nearly here, and it’s shaping up to be something truly special. The Pure West Art Auction showcases a carefully curated mix of contemporary and historic Western works, while Paul Brandt takes the stage live, all in support of .

For an unmistakeable Alberta vibe, a chance to wear your best western style, an unforgettable spread of West-inspired cocktails and bold bites from our partners at don’t miss out and grab your tickets now at the link in the bio.

June 21. Deane House, Calgary.

WesternArtist BuffaloBones

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧...June 21. Deane House, Calgary. In support of Don’t miss out, we’re almost sol...
06/05/2026

𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧...

June 21. Deane House, Calgary. In support of

Don’t miss out, we’re almost sold out- tickets at the link in the bio! 

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