Livingston, a small Western city with a laid-back atmosphere, is home to a diverse array of artists and is considered by many a source of exceptional art.

The town and surrounding area boast many fine galleries and have earned recognition as a regional art center.

Several local galleries have joined together to form the Livingston Gallery Association, which organizes the popular summer Art Walks enjoyed by the entire community and visitors alike.

During the events, each gallery introduces new exhibits by holding a public reception for the artists.

The Friday night Art Walks take on a block party appearance and often last well into the evening.

Livingston Gallery Association Art Walks are traditionally scheduled for the fourth Fridays of the summer months — June 25, July 23, Aug. 27 and Sept. 24, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

There will also be a Holiday Art Walk during the Christmas Stroll in December. Most of the galleries are downtown within walking distance of each other.

ANGELA'S PHOTO GALLERY & DARKROOM

113 W. Park, Suite 9, phone 640-1809, lostartphoto@hotmail.com. Preserves the darkroom process and specializes in fine art darkroom photography, to include nudes, landscapes and more. All photographs are made from film and printed by hand.

The gallery is open afternoons or by appointment and will be open during all summer art walks.

B. CIVILIZED

113. W Park St., phone 222-5996, www.bcivilized.com. Features the work of Gwen Strachan and emerging contemporary artists, as well as fair trade and handmade art and jewelry.

BANOVICH FINE ART STUDIO

2 Pine Creek Rd., phone 222-5445, www.johnbanovich.com. Features the work of John Banovich, which has been exhibited in both public and private collections nationwide.

The award-winning artist specializes in large, dramatic oil paintings featuring exotic subjects from all over the globe.

The gallery also exhibits other notable painters and sculptors who are masters of their medium, and who specialize in depicting international wildlife.

The gallery is open by appointment only.

CHATHAM FINE ART

120 N. Main St., phone 222-1566, www.russellchatham.com. Houses the work of Russell Chatham, renowned landscape artist whose unique style permeates all of his interests.

CRAZY MOUNTAIN PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEO

(119 W. Callender St., phone 222-2355, www.crazymountaindigitalphoto.com. Features local and national photographers, with exhibits changing quarterly.

The business also provides a variety of photographic services, including enlargements, restorations, studio portraits and video production and editing.

THE Park County Friends of the Arts, Danforth Gallery

106 N. Main St., phone 222-6510, www.pcfadanforth.org. A nonprofit organization supported by the community, alongside private and business contributors.

The Danforth exhibits contemporary art created by regional, as well as nationally emerging artists working in all media.

The Danforth/PCFA mission is to nurture the creation and awareness of art by providing opportunities for contemporary artists and by offering innovative outreach programs, so that the community – especially youth – can realize the importance of art in their lives.

FLESHMAN CREEK GALLERY

located six miles from downtown Livingston at 412 Fleshman Creek Rd., phone 222-0354. Home and studio of bronze artist Don Strong.

Strong specializes in sculpting wildlife and western art subjects. Call for directions and appointments.

THE FRAME GARDEN

110 E. Callender St., phone 222-5122, www.livingstongalleries.com. Features a complete framing area as well as two showrooms for exhibition space, and original fine art and prints by regional artists.

The gallery also has a selection of historic Montana photographs and a collection of antique Yellowstone Park and Livingston-area maps, etchings and postcards.

GARRE FINE ART

112 N. Main St., phone 222-7847, www.garrefineart.com. Displays distinctly untamed interpretations of the American West. All paintings are the work of nationally collected artists John and Karen Garre. Business hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday and are also available by appointment.

LIVINGSTON CENTER FOR ART AND CULTURE

119 S. Main St., phone 222-5222, www.livingstoncenter.org. A tax-exempt organization dedicated to providing an opportunity for artists and professionals to share their skills and talents with the community.

The Livingston Center for Art and Culture provides a location for classes; a meeting and gathering space for educational interchange, and an exhibition gallery to display the work of students and artists alike.

MOOSEHORN GALLERY

18 miles south of Livingston on U.S. Highway 89 S., phone 333-4468, www.moosehorngallery.com. Specializes in original Western art and one-of-a-kind pieces.

MORDAM ART

109 S. Main St., phone 222-0321, www.bonnifidedesigns.com and www.parkegoodman.com. Home of Parke Goodman's studio and Bonnifide Designs' handmade glass beads and jewelry.

Parke Goodman's traditional oil landscapes capture the beauty and drama of Yellowstone National Park and the northern Rocky Mountains.

Bonnie Goodman combines her beads with Austrian crystal and vintage glass to create her ever-evolving line of whimsical and elegant jewelry.

AVERY'S PARADISE ARTWORKS

223 S. Main St., phone 222-5974, e-mail: greetings2yew@aol.com. Offers custom matting and framing, unique signs, graphic design and logos, canvas stretching, billboard signs and designs, and magnetic/window signs for vehicles.

The gallery's selection of fine original artwork and prints is continually changing.

PARADISE RING WORKS

116 N. Main St., phone 222-7964, info@paradiseringworks.com, www.paradiseringworks.com. Produces heirloom-quality jewelry that will last for many generations, designed with personal depth and resilient function.

The studio is open to the public weekdays. Consultations are available by appointment for custom jewelry orders.

PARKS REECE GALLERY

119 S. Main St., phone 222-5724, www.parksreece.com. Features Reece's "peculiar perception” in original paintings, lithographs and reproduction prints.

Reece's critically acclaimed book, "Call of the Wild: The Art of Parks Reece,” showcases 114 color plates of his art and is available at the gallery.

REED LEHMAN POTTERY

112 W. Callender St., phone 222-7618, www.reedlehmanpottery.com. Features locally hand-painted ceramic red-ware, Lehman's vibrant oil paintings and a variety of unique jewelry and art pieces.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays throughout the summer.

SHINING MOUNTAIN GALLERY

1390 East River Rd., Pray, phone 333-4704, www.shiningmountainart.com. Contains the work of more than 50 artists and is the studio of Gary Holland, who showcases his Western, Native American and wildlife acrylic paintings at the gallery. The gallery exhibits fine art, jewelry, ceramics, prints, photography, metalwork, sculpture and offers custom framing.

TIERRA MONTANA

116 N. Main St., www.tierramontana.com. Features fine art, fine craft and the weaving studio of Ben Maestas. The gallery showcases paintings, ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts and sculpture. It also represents artists working in both contemporary and traditional genres.

In addition, the gallery has selected a small group of fine craft artists from east of the Mississippi, whose work is not shown anywhere else in the West, to exhibit.

The gallery also includes "Artists of the Americas," in which the development of emerging artists in Mexico, Central and South America is assisted by introducing their work to the Rocky Mountain region.

VISIONS WEST GALLERY

108 S. Main St., phone 222-0337, www.visionswestgallery.com. Specializes in fine American art with an emphasis on Western and wildlife motifs.

The gallery represents both nationally recognized artists as well as talented, emerging artists. It offers an array of paintings, sculpture and photography, as well as a friendly and knowledgeable staff.

The custom framing department specializes in conservation-quality framing and has one of the largest selections available in the area.

Summer hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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