How it Works

Western Visions® Intent To Purchase Sale Format

  • Each artwork will have a fixed price and will be available for purchase through a randomized, “intent to purchase” draw format.
  • Ticketed patrons may submit their name to the drawing for any and all lots they desire to purchase.
  • The Conditions of Sale will apply.
  • Intent to Purchase entries will be accepted in person, online, and by proxy form beginning August 1, 2023 until 8:00pm MST on Thursday, September 14, 2023.
  • Public open sale will be offered in person and online through Sunday, October 1, 2023.
  • All artwork sales are final and there are no exchanges, refunds, or substitutions.

Western Visions® Live Auction

  • Option #1: Purchase an In-Person ticket and join us at the Museum on Thursday, September 14, 2023. Doors open at 5:00pm MDT and the Live Auction begins at 6:30pm.
  • Option #2: Submit a complimentary absentee bid form, available on the Registration page. Forms must be received by 5:00pm MDT on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.
  • Option #3: Bid online through LiveAuctioneers.com or Bidsquare.com.
  • The Conditions of Sale will apply.
  • Public open sale will be offered in person and online through Sunday, October 1, 2023.
  • All artwork sales are final and there are no exchanges, refunds, or substitutions.
Tax Deductibility

According to IRS Rules and Regulations, the only tax deduction which may be made related to the purchase of an auction item from a non-profit organization is the amount paid in excess of fair market value.  We suggest that you consult your tax professional to determine the tax deduction(s) (if any) for your specific purchase(s).

Payment
  • ALL ART PURCHASES REQUIRE PAYMENT IN FULL AT TIME OF PURCHASE.

For live auction pieces:

  • A buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price of each piece of art purchased at auction, and is payable by the purchaser as part of the total purchase price. The buyer’s premium is 20% of the hammer price if paid by cash or check for in-person, proxy, or Bidsquare lot winners.
  • For patrons who win artworks on site at the September 14 event OR for patrons who win artworks by proxy OR on Bidsquare, the buyer’s premium will be 24% if payment is made by credit card.
  • For patrons who win artworks online through LiveAuctioneers, the buyer’s premium will be 20% PLUS any and all processing fees implemented by LiveAuctioneers. Fees vary by form of payment. See platform conditions for specific details.

For Intent to Purchase pieces:

  • A buyer’s premium will be added to the fixed sale price of each Intent to Purchase artwork purchased and is payable by the purchaser as part of the total purchase price. The buyer’s premium is 17% of the fixed sale price if paid by cash or check and 20% if paid by credit card.

Other:

  • A 12% buyer’s premium will apply to all sales made after September 14, 2023.
  • 6% Wyoming sales tax will apply to the total purchase price for any piece picked up at the Museum or shipped within Wyoming.
Shipping and Pickup
  • The Western Visions® Show & Sale will remain on exhibit through Sunday, October 1, 2023. No artwork will be released prior to Tuesday, October 3, 2023.
  • At the time of the purchase payment transaction, lot winners must declare whether they will pick up the artwork at the Museum or elect to have it shipped. All items must be removed from the Museum between October 3 and October 15, 2023 to avoid a $20 per day storage fee thereafter.