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BARB'S WESTERN PASTEL ART
Western Art with Heart & Heritage
Award-winning pastel paintings of horses, ranch life, and the American West.
Original Pastel paintings inspired by ranch life, the beauty of horses, and the quiet spirit of the American West.
About the Artist
Barby Schacher
From Ranch Life to Fine Art – The Western Vision of Barby Schacher
From childhood days riding ranch horses in Idaho’s Clearwater River Valley to national recognition as a Western Pastel Artist, Barby Schacher brings deep authenticity and emotional detail to every piece she creates.
Her award-winning pastel paintings reflect a lifelong bond with the land, the animals, and the untold stories of the American West. Horses, cattle, and wildlife come to life with grace, strength, and soul — inviting collectors to own a piece of the heritage she knows by heart.
Barby is a Signature Member of Cowgirl Artists of America (CGA), and an Associate Member of Women Artists of the West (WAOW) and American Plains Artists (APA).
“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.”
~ Thomas Merton
From the Easel – Featured Western Art Pastel Paintings
These featured originals reflect the spirit of the American West — from the untamed beauty of buffalo at sunrise to the strength and soul found in working and wild horses. Each piece is created with pastel pencil, one careful layer at a time. If a painting speaks to you, I invite you to explore the full collection.
“Thankful for the Dawn” Original Pastel Painting
by Western Pastel Artist Barby Schacher
- Framed original pastel painting
- Dimensions (inches): 24″ x 36″ unframed.
- Dimensions (inches): 25 ½” x 29″, framed.
This is an original Western Art pastel painting signed by the artist, Barby Schacher, on Pastelbord using quality artist’s pastels. Reference photo used with permission. Framed as shown and ready to hang.
Award Winning Pastel Painting
THANKFUL FOR THE DAWN was awarded 1st Place – Dry Medium category in Round 3 of the WARA – Western Art Rodeo Association’s 2019 World Finals online show.
THE POWER OF FAITH
- Original pastel painting – unframed.
- Dimensions (inches): 20″ x 16″, unframed.
Award Winning Pastel Painting
THE POWER OF FAITH was awarded the People’s Choice Award and 1st Place in the Dry Medium category of the WARA – Western Art Rodeo Association’s “2019 Summer Shootout” online show in June of 2019.
WILD SECRETS
- Original pastel painting – framed
- Dimensions (inches): 24″ x 18″, unframed.
- Dimensions (inches): 29 ¾” x 23 ¾”, framed
This is an original Western Art pastel painting signed by the artist, Barb Schacher, on Pastelbord using quality artist’s pastels. Reference photo used with permission. Framed and ready to hang.
HORSE PRAIRIE ROUNDUP
- Original pastel painting – framed
- Dimensions (inches): 16″ x 12″, unframed.
- Dimensions (inches): 22 ¾” x 18 ¾” , framed.
This is an original Western Art pastel painting signed by the artist, Barb Schacher, on Pastelbord using quality artist’s pastels. JM Photos reference photo, used with permission. Framed and ready to hang.
Explore My Creative Process Series
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how I create each piece of my Western pastel artwork—from choosing reference photos to layering color with pastel pencil.
Telling Stories, One Pencil Stroke at a Time
Join Barb’s Western Art Journal – Your Backstage Pass to Western Art in Pastel
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the heart of Western pastel art. In each edition of Barb’s Western Art Journal, I share exclusive previews of new paintings, collector updates, studio insights, upcoming shows, and the real-life stories that inspire my work.
Whether you’re a passionate art collector, a fellow creative, or simply someone who loves the spirit of the West, this newsletter brings you closer to the craft, culture, and character of Western art.
What You’ll Get as a Subscriber
Early access to new original pastel artworks
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Thanks for being part of my Western art journey. I’m honored to share the stories and spirit behind each piece with you—and I can’t wait to bring you along for the ride.
Why Subscribe?
If you value handcrafted Western art that captures the soul of the land and the people who live it, you’ll feel right at home here. Each issue of my journal is crafted with care—just like my artwork. No spam, no fluff. Just authentic stories, inspiration, and art you can feel.
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