‘23 Class Painting
Update - 21 Jan
All limited edition prints have been printed and we are currently waiting for them to be signed and shipped. They are expected to be delivered no later than 8 February. Additional copies will be made available in mid-February.
This is the Class Painting for the Class of ‘23.
This piece of art was commissioned by the Class Cabinet with coordination and assistance from the Bemis School of Art based out of Colorado Springs and the ‘23 Spirit Committee. It’s a one-for-one piece that was commissioned by the Class of ‘23 for the Class of ‘23.
The process to get here was 2+ years in the making. It began with initial market research before partnering with the Bemis School of Arts and releasing an open call for artists. After this was conducted, Mr. Steve Weed rose to the top and was selected. The original painting was completed on a 24”x36” canvas and is currently on display at USAFA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How was the painting chosen?
The entire program was built to inspire competitive, innovative and fiscally responsible works of art. The Class Cabinet partnered with the Bemis School of Arts to facilitate the process and conducted an open call for artists in the local area. An artist was chosen and a painting was commissioned.
What is a Class Painting?
The Class Painting is a piece of art that is commissioned and facilitated by Class Leadership. The painting is typically symbolic of a certain experience or facet that is representative of the Class’s time at USAFA.
Why is this more affordable than previous years?
The Class of ‘23 used a separate mechanism for facilitating the Class Painting commissioning than previous years. The most critical difference is that the Class owns the IP to the painting that was commissioned. Additionally, we’re facilitating sales and distribution in-house which has significantly reduced processing fee’s.