Potential members...
We invite you to consider Wilder Art & Gifts, LLC, a member-led artist cooperative gallery and gift store dedicated to elevating artists and art-making. We are located in Riverton, WY and will be opening in November, 2026. This is an opportunity to be at the ground level, grand opening stage of this incredible group of artists. We are currently taking applications and selecting our first Voting/Working members, Voting/Non-Working members and guest artists for the Holiday season.
Our Business Model
Wilder Art & Gifts, LLC operates as a democratic artist cooperative where members have a direct voice and vote in the gallery's direction and operations. Rather than a traditional gallery with high costs, independent decision making and steep learning curves, we are built by and for artists. Our model emphasizes:
● Member led and shared decision-making in gallery operations including shared expenses
and duties
● Fair, transparent, and equitable compensation structures
● Rigorous, consistent artistic standards applied equally across all members
● Community-centered programming and exhibitions
Membership Options
Wilder Art & Gifts, LLC offers three membership tiers, the top two give equal voice in jury decisions and exhibition opportunities. All prospective members—regardless of tier—undergo the same rigorous, artist-led jury review.
Voting/Working Member Artist
Full member status with voting rights in gallery governance, strategic planning, and membership decisions. Voting Members commit to active participation in the co-op's operations and programming. This tier offers lower monthly and commission fees in exchange for working at the Wilder Art & Gifts, LLC location and participating in committees.
Voting/Non-Working Member Artist
Voting/Non-Working Member Artists exhibit regularly, maintain an active studio practice, and contribute to the community by participating in monthly meetings in person or remotely and providing feedback in person, by phone or email. This tier is ideal for dedicated, working artists who are unable to work at the Wilder Art and Gifts location on a regular basis. This tier has a higher monthly fee and commission fee due to no working or committee hours required.
Guest/Consignment
Flexible participation for artists seeking exhibition opportunities on a temporary or seasonal basis. Guest/Consignment artists maintain the same quality standards and jury requirements as all tiers, with adjusted participation expectations. This is considered a temporary membership and may not be used as a month to month membership. This tier requires a monthly fee, but the commission percentage is higher than other tiers.
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