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Wyoming Arts Council Partners with Jackson Hole Still Works for the 2025 Spirit of Wyoming Label Art Competition
JACKSON, Wyo. – January 22, 2025 – The Wyoming Arts Council is delighted to partner with Jackson Hole Still Works (JHSW) for the ninth year of the much-anticipated 2025 Spirit of Wyoming Label Art Competition. This annual event celebrates Wyoming's rich artistic talent, and proceeds support the work of the Wyoming Arts Council. Voting for the competition is now open, and the public is invited to participate in selecting this year's winner.
This year's eight finalists showcase a diverse range of artistry and hail from across Wyoming and neighboring Teton County, Idaho:
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Rosie Ratigan - Moody Blues Heron (Lander)
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Brenda Swinney - Native (Victor, ID)
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Alisha Isaacson - Red Desert (Cheyenne)
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Olivia Ewing - Prairie Bound (Laramie)
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Debora Soulé - I See With My Little Eye (Rock Springs)
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Robert Martinez - Ups and Downs (Riverton)
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Victoria Hollingsworth - Hidden Chickadees (Driggs, ID)
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Michele Walters - Sacred Skies (Tetonia, ID)
The public can view the artwork and vote online at jhstillworks.com/spirit-of-
For an in-person experience, visit the Jackson Hole Still Works distillery from January 22–24, 2025, where the artwork and mock-labeled bottles will be displayed in a gallery setting. Voting closes at 7:00 p.m. MST on Friday, January 24, culminating in a viewing soiree from 5:30–7:30 p.m. at the distillery. All are welcome to attend, and the winner will be announced live at the event and on Instagram Live.
The winning artist will receive a $2,500 cash prize, and their artwork will be featured on the Jackson Hole Still Works Vodka bottle label for one year. Following the contest, all eight original pieces will be available via a silent auction starting January 25, 2025, with proceeds supporting the Wyoming Arts Council.
The Spirit of Wyoming Label Art Competition is open to artists in Wyoming or Teton County, Idaho. Each year, the contest invites participants to interpret the "Wyoming" theme, highlighting the state's culture, landscapes, and community spirit. Finalists are selected by a distinguished jury, and the grand prize is determined by public vote.
Learn more about the Wyoming Arts Council's partnerships and programs at wyomingartscouncil.org.