Show & Sell Your Work
at the Cowboy Emporium
A retail gallery opportunity for CTA artisans in downtown Cheyenne, Wyoming
A Partnership to Celebrate the Cowboy Trades
The Cowboy Trades Association and Cowboy Emporium share a commitment to preserving, promoting, and celebrating the traditional cowboy trades.
Participating artisans will benefit from:
- Retail sales opportunities
- Premium downtown gallery exposure
- Joint marketing and promotion through CTA and Cowboy Emporium
- Opportunities for demonstrations and special events
- Increased visibility among collectors and Western enthusiasts
The Cowboy Emporium team is committed to helping tell the stories behind the work by highlighting participating artisans, their backgrounds, and their craftsmanship.
Why Participate?
Sell Your Work
This is more than an exhibition. It is a retail sales opportunity where visitors can purchase your work throughout the duration of the exhibit.
Premium Location
The Cowboy Emporium is located in downtown Cheyenne and attracts visitors throughout the year, especially during major regional events.
Promote Your Story
Your artist biography, background, and craftsmanship will help visitors connect with your work and appreciate the traditions behind it.
Demonstrations & Events
CTA and Cowboy Emporium hope to organize artist demonstrations, pop-up shops, and special events throughout the exhibition period.
Program Details
Location:
Cowboy Emporium, Cheyenne, Wyoming
Exhibit Period:
July through December 2026
Monthly Participation Fee:
$75 per month
Sales Commission:
25% Cowboy Emporium
5% Cowboy Trades
Association
70% Artist
Retail Pricing:
Established by the Artist
Application Deadline:
July 1, 2026
Participation Requirements
To participate in the exhibition, artisans must:
- Be a current Cowboy Trades Association member
- Complete the Art Exhibition & Consignment Agreement
- Submit an artwork inventory list with descriptions and retail prices
- Submit an artist biography
- Submit an artist statement
- Provide a current artist photograph
- Establish the recurring monthly participation payment
How to Apply
Use the button below to establish your recurring monthly participation payment.
Enroll & Pay $75/Month
Choose one of the following options:
Option A Download and complete the Artist Participation Packet and email it all to info@cowboytradesassociation.org Download PDF Packet Fill out onlineStep 3: Submit Your Materials
All required paperwork, artist information, inventory forms, photographs, and artwork must be submitted by:
July 1, 2026
Please note that enrollment and payment do not complete your participation until all required materials have been received and approved by CTA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a CTA member?
Yes. Participation is limited to current CTA members.
Is the participation fee refundable?
No. The monthly participation fee is non-refundable.
Who sets retail prices?
Artists establish their own retail prices.
Am I responsible for insuring my artwork?
Yes. Artists are responsible for their own insurance coverage.
Questions?
Dave Alderson
208-539-3013
dsasilverchip@gmail.com
Lisa Seidel
307-272-1882
lisa@seidelsaddlery.com
Ready to Showcase Your Work?
Join fellow CTA artisans in this exciting retail gallery opportunity and help preserve, promote, and celebrate the traditional cowboy trades.