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Finding Home Through Art: Alicia Hanson and the Power of Being Seen

Born in Mexico City and raised in Utah after immigrating with her family as a child, Hanson’s artistic journey mirrors the layered identity she now paints so powerfully onto canvas. “Art has always been a constant in my life,” she says. “No matter what part of my life I was in, I always found my way back to it.”

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Kendall Kelley Kendall Kelley

Request for Qualifications: Legacy on Display with Art-Filled Cabriolets

Park City Community Foundation and the Arts Council of Park City & Summit County (the “Arts Council”), in partnership with Canyons Village Management Association, Vail Resorts Epic Promise Foundation and Park City Mountain are seeking qualified Utah-based artists or artist teams to create original artworks for installation on six decommissioned Cabriolet cabins. These cabins will be sold as part of a fundraising initiative benefiting Park City Community Foundation. 

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Latino Arts Festival 2026: A Community Talavera Tile Project Led by Miriam Gutierrez

The Latino Arts Festival returns June 12–14, 2026, at Canyons Village Forum, bringing a vibrant, multi-day celebration of Latino Arts & Culture to Park City. Featuring live performances, visual arts, World Cup soccer screenings, and culinary experiences, the festival highlights both local and international artists while fostering cultural connection and community engagement.

At the heart of this year’s festival is a new community-driven art installation led by Miriam Gutierrez, the Arts Council’s 2026 Latino Arts Youth Program Coordinator.

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Madison Engvall Madison Engvall

Artist Spotlight: Heather Finney of Silver Sage Garden Co.

For Heather Finney, creativity has never been a phase; it has been a constant thread woven through every stage of her life. From childhood curiosity to a thriving creative practice rooted in nature, her work reflects a deep commitment to making, experimenting, and engaging with the tactile world.

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Living an Inspired Life: Artist Spotlight on Lyndsie Nash

The Arts Council of Park City & Summit County is proud to feature Lyndsie Nash as part of the CREATE PC Locals Artist Collective, open Wednesday through Sunday from 12 to 6 PM. Art invites us to discover the world through someone else’s eyes. For Lyndsie, painting begins with living an inspired life, simply and genuinely. Beyond the boundaries of a frame, she believes art lives in collective experiences. She paints to share her experiences through curiosity, awareness, and connection.

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Kendall Kelley Kendall Kelley

Best Restaurants in Park City, Utah: Where to Eat Right Now

Park City is a world-class skiing destination, but its creative spirit doesn’t stop on the slopes. As a town deeply rooted in arts and culture, from film and performing arts to galleries and design, Park City’s culinary scene is an extension of that creativity. Local chefs treat food as an art form, blending global influences, seasonal ingredients, and thoughtful presentation to create truly memorable dining experiences.

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Madison Engvall Madison Engvall

The Ripple Effect of Sundance on Local Creatives

Each January, Park City, Salt Lake City, and Summit County undergo a familiar transformation. Streets fill with visitors, conversations stretch late into the night, and creativity seems to surface everywhere, not just on screens, but throughout the community. While the Sundance Film Festival is best known for independent film, its impact extends far beyond cinema. For local creatives, Sundance creates a ripple effect that influences how art is made, shared, and supported long after the festival ends.

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Kendall Kelley Kendall Kelley

9 Things to Do in Park City Besides Ski: A Cultural Guide for Non-Skiers

Park City may be best known for its ski resorts, but the snow-covered slopes only tell part of the story. Beyond the lifts is a town shaped by artists, storytellers, musicians, historians, and small businesses that give Park City its character year-round. Whether you’re visiting for the first time, planning a trip with non-skiers, or looking to explore your hometown in a new way, there are countless things to do in Park City besides skiing. 

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Kendall Kelley Kendall Kelley

Utah Holiday Events: Markets, Gallery Strolls & Performances in Park City

It’s officially that time of year when Park City transforms into a snow-dusted haven for artists, makers, and holiday magic. From festive markets and cozy gallery strolls to live performances that capture the spirit of the season, the town comes alive with creativity and charm. Whether you’re looking to shop local, soak in the arts, or simply savor the winter atmosphere, these 7 events offer a little something for everyone.

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Color in the Community: New Murals Brighten Park City

Over the past year, a wave of vibrant murals has been emerging across Park City, adding color, character, and creativity to unexpected corners of the town. From affordable housing projects to community spaces, local artists are transforming blank walls into visual stories that reflect the spirit of the Wasatch. Many of these works are created by regional and Utah-based artists whose roots and experiences in mountain communities inspire the themes, colors, and stories woven into their designs, connecting Park City’s growing art scene to the broader creative energy of the Intermountain West.

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Steel Ranch Welding: Local Arts & Culture Events Let Us into the Minds of Artists

Ryan Battersby says he and his wife Kaylin have co-owned and operated Steel Ranch Welding since 2023 “with our 2 dogs and 24 chickens in Coalville. Many of our unique pieces on our online store or at markets are a mixture of both of our ideas put together. [Some] of her favorite pieces are the animal themed ones, like the one donated to Nuzzles Ranch.” Steel Ranch specializes in custom metal art, welding, and fabrication projects large and small, and grew out of Battersby’s education in steelwork.

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Sundyn Woolf: Art Creates a Stronger Community

Sundyn Woolf has recently taken up co-residence with her mother, local artist Peg Bodell, in Bodell’s CREATE PC Studio. “I was very excited when my mom told me I would be able to use the studio when I moved back to Park City,” says Woolf. “So, I'm grateful for the opportunity to share the space with her. I thought it would be no big deal to put my art on hold for a few months. Turns out it's best for everyone's physical and mental health if I have access to art on a consistent basis.

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CALL TO ARTISTS: Gondola & Snow Globe Art Stroll

Canyons Village Management Association (‘CVMA’) and Historic Park City Alliance (‘HPCA’) are seeking Utah-based artists/artist teams to creatively decorate the interior of a series of inactive Gondolas and Snow Globes.

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CALL TO ARTISTS: Deer Valley Children’s Book & Coloring Book Illustrations

Deer Valley Resort (‘Deer Valley’) is seeking proposals from Utah-based artists or artist teams to create original illustrations for a new Children’s Book and Coloring Book. This creative project aims to bring Deer Valley’s mascots—Bucky the Deer, Quincy the Bear, Ruby the Raccoon, and Silver the Eagle—to life in a vibrant, playful, and age-appropriate format that engages young readers and resort visitors.

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Lamont Joseph White: Creativity is Essential for Summit County’s Community

Local artist Lamont Joseph White moved to Park City in 2012, after more than a decade of making yearly snowboarding visits to the town. “I love the outdoors and it’s a major reason why I moved here from New York. I participate in various snow sports, mainly snowboarding… hiking, mountain biking, and more recently, pickleball. Which is a surprise to me!” When he moved, White brought with him extensive creative experience. “I was raised and trained in New York City mostly in figurative painting and the fashion industry. I was lucky to study and work with some of the greats of the heyday of illustration.”

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