Today's guest needs no introduction—it's American Art Collective co-host Maggie Cibik, who drops into today's show for a big announcement. We also talk about some of her favorite episodes, her crash course through the art world and what excites her about American art and its many genres.

On today's episode of First Looks for Western Art Collector, co-publisher Adolfo Castillo talks with executive editor Michael Clawson about the August issue of Western Art Collector. Inside the issue are features on Silas Thompson, Sean Michael Chavez, a group show inspired by author/painter Will James and more, as well as special sections on ranch life and Western portraiture. This episode is sponsored by Western Art Collector, the only monthly magazine devoted to art of the American West. Learn more at westernartcollector.com.

On today's episode of First Looks for American Art Collector, co-publisher Adolfo Castillo talks with managing editor Sarah Gianelli about the August issue of American Art Collector. Inside the issue are features on artists César Biojo, Jeanine Brito and Noah Saterstrom, as well as previews of openings and events all around the art world. The issue also has our famous Art of the Portrait annual special section. This episode is sponsored by American Art Collector, which features the top contemporary art in the country every single month. Learn more at americanartcollector.com.