ARTIST BIO
Tara Edwards, an emerging artist, was born and raised in the heart of Meeteetse, WY. Her roots run deep, intertwined with the town’s vibrant history. Her family’s legacy includes once owning the legendary Cowboy Bar, a cherished connection to the past.
With a unique background in Equine Science, Tara straddles two worlds: the dust-kicked arena of team roping and the realm of mixed media art. Her creativity thrives at this intersection, where ruggedness meets refinement.
At the core of Tara’s art lies inspiration drawn not only from her surroundings but also from her life partner, Dekota. Together, they form an inseparable team, weaving ideas and dreams into tangible works of art. Dekota’s unwavering support fuels Tara’s imagination, guiding her hands as she breathes new life into relics of the West’s rugged past.
She loves the artist part of creation; Tara’s artistic passion comes from deep within her soul and heart. As Tara collects cow skulls, once symbols of life and sustenance, she transforms these remnants into powerful storytelling pieces. Tara infuses them with gemstones that are nestled into the bone’s contours, intricate tooled leather work adorns their surfaces, and lariat knots or barbed wire frame her creations. Each piece bridges tradition with artistic flair. Step into Tara Edward’s world, where gemstones meet bone, and discover the unexpected beauty woven into relics of the West’s rugged past.
