Art books that inspire

Discover curated art books in the heart of Montana

Montana Art Books is an independent bookstore and gallery focused on art, photography, and design books. Explore limited editions, small-press titles, and thoughtfully curated collections for artists, collectors, and book lovers.

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2,000+

Art & photography titles

15+

Featured artists & presses

100s

Of collectors served

Year-round

Events & exhibitions

What you'll find

Art books, editions, and more

A curated selection of art, photography, and design books, alongside special editions and local Montana artists.

Art & Photography Books

Carefully selected titles spanning contemporary art, photography, design, and visual culture from independent and major publishers.

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Exhibitions & Gallery

Rotating exhibitions and book-centered shows featuring artists connected to Montana and the wider art book community.

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Local Artists & Zines

Small-press publications, zines, and artist-made books with a focus on voices from Montana and the Mountain West.

Feature your work

Special Orders & Gifts

Looking for a specific art book or planning a gift? We help track down titles and build thoughtful book bundles.

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Wholesale & Institutions

Support for museums, galleries, and institutions seeking art book selections, catalogues, and bulk orders.

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Events & Readings

Artist talks, book launches, signings, and community events centered around books and visual culture.

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Plan your collection

Collector's estimate

Use this simple estimator to imagine how a growing library of art books can shape your space, practice, or institution budget. Adjust the sliders to explore different scenarios.

Better User Engagement
Higher Conversion Rates
Scalable Systems

Monthly bookstore visitors 10,000

Book purchase rate (%) 2%

Average spend per visit ($) $100

Estimated monthly book revenue $20,000 Request a Quote

How we work

Visiting & working with us

Step 1 · Browse & explore

Visit our shop in Livingston or reach out online to tell us what kinds of art books or projects you have in mind.

Step 2 · Curate together

We suggest titles, publishers, and editions that fit your interests, budget, or exhibition needs.

Step 3 · Order & reserve

We set aside books in-store or place special orders, keeping you updated on timelines and availability.

Step 4 · Grow your library

We stay in touch with new arrivals, exhibitions, and recommendations so your collection continues to evolve.

Reader stories

What visitors are saying

"Montana Art Books has become my go-to stop in Livingston. Their selection of photography books is thoughtful and surprising—I always leave with something I didn't know I needed."

Emily R.

Local photographer

"As a small gallery, we rely on them for catalogues and reference titles. They are generous with recommendations and have helped us build a strong library for our artists and visitors."

Highline Gallery

Director

"They helped me find out-of-print titles for a research project and even suggested new releases that fit my topic. It's rare to find a bookstore that knows art books this well."

Jordan K.

Art historian

Ready to discover your next art book?

Reach out about a specific title, plan a visit to our shop in Livingston, or ask us to curate a selection just for you.

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