In the American West: 40 Years Later - Closing Day with CJ Masure

Come and join CJ Masure, Exhibition Host, at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art for the closing day of “Richard Avedon: The Avedon at the Carter,” celebrating the 40th anniversary of Avedon’s groundbreaking series “In the American West.”

This remarkable exhibition brings together Avedon’s striking large-scale portraits of drifters, miners, and everyday people he encountered across 17 western states. The works that forever changed how America saw itself. It also shines a light on the Carter’s unique, decades-long relationship with Avedon, which helped build one of the world’s most significant collections of his photographs.

As Exhibition Host, CJ invites you to explore Avedon’s legacy and enjoy lively discussions about cameras, lenses, darkroom techniques, and the art of portrait photography. It’s a perfect chance to connect with fellow enthusiasts, swap stories, and celebrate the enduring power of Avedon’s work.

Don’t miss this opportunity to honor one of photography’s most influential figures and spend an inspiring afternoon with your creative community. We look forward to seeing you there!

Image: Laura Wilson (b. 1939), Facade of the Amon Carter Museum. Fort Worth, Texas, 1985, gelatin silver print, Amon Carter Museum of American Art Archives, Fort Worth, Texas, A.2016.003, © Laura Wilson