Kay Witherspoon is the recipient of the Best of Show in Oils / Acrylics
 for her painting, "Blessings" (SOLD), at the 23rd Annual 

Western Spirit Art Show & Sale

Opening Reception

 Kay Witherspoon is representing the United States

in a Feature Article of the  February/March issue of 

"International Artist" magazine, Page 122

The Wildlife Experience Museum

For immediate release.
Contact: Amber Swisher, 720-488-3303

DENVER - November 9, 2002 - The American Academy of Equine Art brings their latest exhibit to The Wildlife Experience Museum. The museum is proud to host Wild Horses: Paintings and Sculptures from the American Academy of Equine Art, from Nov. 9, 2002 to Jan. 31, 2003.

Wild Horses: Paintings and Sculpture From the American Academy of Equine Art, is a traveling exhibition of 31 paintings and drawings, and 20 sculptures. The works portray various breeds of horses in a variety of styles ranging from photo-realism to impressionism.

A highlight of the exhibit at The Wildlife Experience is the half life-size bronze of three horses by Gwen Reardon, which is featured in the atrium of the museum. Other highlights include bronzes, by Judy Nordquist and Veryl Goodnight, as well as an unfinished oil painting by the late Lanford Monroe

The American Academy of Equine Art is the leading organization in the United States dedicated to art of the horse. For over 20 years, the Academy has presented exhibitions and educational programs at prestigious venues across the country.

Many of the featured artists will appear at The Wildlife Experience, Jan 24, in conjunction with the exhibition. The artists will discuss their work at a special closing reception Friday, Jan. 24, from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Hot and cold hor d'ouevres will be served. Cost is $25 a person. Seating is limited.

A natural history and wildlife art museum, The Wildlife Experience is located at 10035 South Peoria St., Parker, CO., approximately five miles south of the Denver Tech Center and one mile east of I-25 at the intersection of Lincoln Ave. and S. Peoria.

One of the primary goals of The Wildlife Experience is to instill a love and respect of all things wild through education and example, and inspire those who visit the museum and its unique galleries to become involved in conservation efforts. The museum houses an extensive permanent collection of wildlife art, including original oils, watercolors, sculpture and photography. Galleries such as Vanishing Africa and the Conservation Gallery, display pieces of the collection as well as various natural history components including animal and cultural artifacts, interactive activity centers, and reading corners. For admission prices, museum and giant screen theater hours, and information on Robert Bateman's appearances, please call (720) 488-3300 or visit www.thewildlifeexperience.org. Photographs are available.