Article: Western Design Trends Showcase: September Jackson Hole Conference Draws Top Artisans.

JACKSON, Wyo., July 9 /PRNewswire/ -- It should be no surprise that the West -- home to that icon of independence, the American cowboy -- would give rise to an equally autonomous spirit in its artisans. And no place better showcases their innovative use of materials and methods than the Western Design Conference.

The juried show, featuring nationally recognized artisans and craftspeople working with wood, metal, leather, textiles, and more, runs Sept. 4-6, 2008. The world's preeminent exhibition of Western furniture, home accessories, fashion, and jewelry features a wide range of artistic influences, including Cowboy, Adirondack, Rustic, Lodge, Asian, ...

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