Founded in 1971, Women Artists of the West (WAOW) is the oldest national juried organization dedicated to encouraging, promoting, and celebrating professional women artists. Its 56th National Exhibition, titled “Limitless,” will soon be on view at The Centerpiece, featuring more than 100 paintings and sculptures representing a diverse range of subjects and approaches, including landscapes, figures, wildlife, and still life.
Exhibition Details:
Limitless: The 56th National Exhibition
Women Artists of the West
The Centerpiece
Raleigh, North Carolina
October 9–November 6, 2026
womenartistsofthewest.org
Pamela Winters, WAOW co-president and national show co-chair, explains that the title Limitless “reflects creativity without boundaries.” She says, “From breathtaking realism to bold contemporary expression, this exhibition celebrates professional women artists whose visions and exceptional craftsmanship inspire and engage.”
Women Artists of the West has presented national exhibitions for more than five decades. For art collectors and enthusiasts looking for exhibitions in Raleigh, North Carolina, everyone is welcome to the opening reception on October 9, where more than $15,000 in prizes will be announced.
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Story prepared for the web by Cherie Dawn Haas, Editor of Fine Art Today
