Welcome to my all consuming dream. 

The timeless icons of the American West are my muse and history is my compass.

Upcoming Paintings Available at The Russell Live Auction, Saturday March 21 |

Upcoming Paintings Available at The Russell Live Auction, Saturday March 21 |

A group of six people gathered around a table at night, playing cards and engaging in a tense moment as one person points a gun at another, with a candle in the center of the table, and a dark, starry sky visible in the background.

A group of six people gathered around a table at night, playing cards and engaging in a tense moment as one person points a gun at another, with a candle in the center of the table, and a dark, starry sky visible in the background.

Painting of a woman and three children sitting on a wagon watching the distant landscape with mesas, under a partly cloudy sky.

Painting of a woman and three children sitting on a wagon watching the distant landscape with mesas, under a partly cloudy sky.

Painting of a Native American village with tipis at sunset, horses grazing, and mountains in the background.

Painting of a Native American village with tipis at sunset, horses grazing, and mountains in the background.

Painting of a waterfall cascading into a canyon with rocky walls and sparse trees, with a person standing near the edge near a campfire in the lower right corner.

Painting of a waterfall cascading into a canyon with rocky walls and sparse trees, with a person standing near the edge near a campfire in the lower right corner.

A group of people playing poker at a round table, with some wearing hats, in a Western setting at night. One man points a gun at a woman, who has cards in her hand, while others watch intently. There are drinks, a candle, and playing cards on the table.

UPCOMING EVENTS

UPCOMING EVENTS

The Russel

March 19-21, 2026
Great Falls, Montana

The Russell Art Show in Great Falls, MT is the C.M. Russell Museum’s premier Western art experience featuring exclusive previews, live art demonstrations, and spirited auctions of historic and contemporary Western artwork over a multi-day celebration each March during Western Art Week.

Todd will be there showcasing the four paintings listed above, adding his work to this vibrant gathering of artists, collectors, and art lovers.

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Night of Artists

March 27 & 28, 2026
San Antonio, TX

The Briscoe Western Art Museum’s Night of Artists is an annual, premier celebration of contemporary Western art featuring an exhibition and sale of new works in painting, sculpture, and mixed media by some of today’s leading artists, drawing collectors and art lovers to engage deeply with the creativity and stories of the American West.

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Museum of Western Art 43rd Annual Roundup

April 24, 2026
Kerrville, TX 78028

The Museum of Western Art’s Annual Roundup is a celebrated exhibition and sale featuring leading contemporary Western artists from across the country. Todd Connor is honored to be included among this respected group, showcasing work that reflects the heritage, landscape, and enduring spirit of the American West.

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Madison Valley Ranchlands Group Noxious Weed Auction Fundraiser

August 8, 2026
McAllister, MT

This annual fundraiser supports land stewardship and noxious weed management efforts in the Madison Valley. Todd is proud to contribute artwork in support of conservation initiatives that protect the working landscapes that inspire his work.

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A woman standing in a field holding a rifle, with clouds and a barn in the background, painted in a realistic style.
A woman with braided hair sitting on a cart, holding a rifle, with a cloudy sky and moon in the background.
A young girl with dark hair and a blue scarf stands in a field of flowers, holding a rifle, with a group of children and horses in the distance during sunset.
A woman and a girl standing outdoors in a rural setting, with the woman aiming a rifle and the girl holding a baby in her arms. The scene is lit by warm sunlight.
A painting of a woman carrying a child on her shoulders, holding a rifle, standing outdoors with a cloudy sky and rainbow in the background.

“My paintings trace the journey that brought us here. 

Women were vital—steady hands, sharp minds, and brave hearts shaping life on the frontier. 

Without them I don’t think the men could have done it.”

A cozy living room with a brown leather tufted sofa, light-colored pillows, a small coffee table with decor, and framed landscape paintings on the wall. Soft lighting and a potted plant add to the warm ambiance.
Pioneer Women with Guns

The Cowboy Artists of America mission is -
“To authentically preserve and perpetuate the culture of Western life in fine art.”

Three people dressed in cowboy attire standing together on stage, one holding a framed award. All are wearing cowboy hats and western-style clothing. The background is dark curtain, and the image has a caption: 'CowboyArtists of America 2024 Ray Swanson Award.'

2024 was a pivotal year for me. I participated in my first Cowboy Artists of America show, and was honored to receive the Ray Swanson Memorial Award for my heartfelt painting, Bearers of the Legacy.

The award recognizes “a work of art that best communicates a moment in time and captures the emotion of that moment.” It was presented by Ray’s daughter, Pam Swanson and my cowboy hero, the one and only Red Steagle. A moment I won’t forget.

In-Focus:
The Artist - Todd Connor

Montana In Focus: The artist tells the story of Montana painter Todd Connor, a former Navy Seal who's work is inspired by the landscapes of the West, early explorers like Lewis and Clark and the hardscrabble pioneer women of the past.

Watch him discuss his artistic influences and explain why, "Just a pretty picture is not good enough. There needs to be something deeper than that." 

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A painting of four Native American men on horseback, looking out over an ocean, with a large, colorful cloud in the sky.