Art Documentary

A feature documentary film about the women in Western art.

Teaser / Trailer - "Cowgirls: Women of Western Art"

2-minute trailer of interview with Western and Cowgirl Hall of Fame artist, Terri Kelly Moyers

A Feature Length Documentary - In-Production

"Cowgirls: Women of Western Art"

"Cowgirls: Women of Western Art" is a feature documentary celebrating the remarkable female Western artists who are creating powerful, authentic work while transforming how we see the American West. Rather than focusing on historical exclusion, we're showcasing the incredible talent, commercial success, and cultural impact of contemporary "cowgirl" artists who are redefining Western art.

Concept Overview

The Story We're Telling

This film follows 18 living female Western artists across the American West - from Texas ranches to Colorado studios to Santa Fe galleries - revealing how their exceptional work captures authentic Western experiences often overlooked in traditional Western art. We're documenting artists like Gladys Roldan-de-Moras, Terri Kelly Moyers, Veryl Goodnight, and Felice House, whose diverse perspectives and backgrounds are enriching the Western art tradition.


Why This Matters

Western art has historically been dominated by male perspectives, but these women artists are creating a more complete, authentic narrative of the American West. Many of our featured artists come from Latino, Native American, and other diverse backgrounds, bringing rich cultural perspectives that have been underrepresented in Western art institutions.

Team: Artists & Experts

FEATURED ARTISTS

  • Gladys Roldan-de-Moras
  • Terri Kelly Moyers
  • Veryl Goodnight
  • Donna Howell-Sickles
  • Peggy Judy
  • Felice House
  • Deborah Fellows
  • Annie Lopez
  • Shawn Cameron
  • Lisa Gordon
  • Barbara Meikle
  • Alice Leese
  • Sally Maxwell
  • Krystii Melaine
  • Linda Lillegraven
  • Maura Allen
  • Kennedi Carter
  • Hannah Harper

 

ART EXPERTS & GALLERY OWNERS

  • Dr. Ricardo Romo
  • Dr. Betsy Fahlman
  • Dr. Felice House
  • Dr. Tricia Loscher
  • Dr. Andrew Patrick Nelson
  • Maryvonne Leshe
  • Mark Sublette
  • Nicholas Reti
  • Barbara Meikle
  • Cody Kuehl
  • Allyson Sheumaker
  • Megan Wimberley
  • Elizabeth Toledo
  • Sue Edmonds

 

INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS

  • Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West
  • A.R. Mitchell Museum of Western Art
  • The Desert Caballeros Western Museum
  • The Briscoe Western Art Museum
  • Cowgirl Artists of America
  • National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame
  • Buffalo Bill Art Show
  • Arizona Latino Arts & Cultural Center (ALAC)

 

PRODUCTION COMPANY

  • Son of a Botanist Productions

Making An Impacting

Educational Impact

Beyond entertainment, this documentary will serve as an educational resource for art history, American studies, and cultural studies programs, helping to ensure these important artistic voices are preserved and celebrated for future generations.

Thank you for partnering with us to champion diverse voices in the arts and culture.


Concept Presentation

We're delighted to share this project and our concept deck with you.

Cowgirls: Women of Western Art