Who is Angela Smith?

Angela is a western and wildlife artist based in Anaconda, Montana. From an early age, she developed a deep, unshakeable connection to wild places and the creatures that inhabit them. This passion naturally led to a career in natural resources, a field in which she has been immersed for over two decades. The beauty and complexity of the natural world continue to inspire both her life and artistic work.

Her art is driven by a profound appreciation for the western landscape, mountains, water, fish, and wildlife. When not creating, she can often be found outdoors, exploring the very places that fuel her creativity.

Working across a variety of mediums—including soft pastels, oils, acrylics, charcoal, and colored pencils—Angela brings her artistic vision to life on diverse surfaces such as traditional paper and canvas, as well as found objects like driftwood, stone, and metal. Each material is carefully selected to match the mood and detail of a piece, often reflecting a deep fascination with nature’s textures.

Her work is a continuous journey of discovery, an exploration of the elements that make nature extraordinary: light, color, shadow, and texture. Rather than seeking mastery over a single subject or medium, she pushes these elements beyond reality to capture the awe and wonder found in the natural world.

Through her art, Angela strives to evoke a sense of wonder and reverence for nature, encouraging viewers to pause, look more closely, and appreciate the quiet magic that surrounds them.