Kate Oltmann

Kate Oltmann is a contemporary Western artist based in Montana.
Her work explores the tension and tenderness of cowboy mythology through a uniquely feminine lens—merging the raw power of the American frontier with heirloom quilt patterns and personal symbolism.

Working primarily in oil and mixed media, Oltmann’s practice weaves historical references, found photographs, and storytelling into layered compositions that feel both timeless and freshly relevant. Her paintings often feature bold silhouettes, textural surfaces, and glowing skies—a nod to legacy, labor, and longing.

A mother, farmer, and lifelong observer of rural life, Kate paints from her studio in a barn loft in Fortine, Montana. Her work has been featured in juried exhibitions, museum auctions, and Western art events across the U.S.