Stories about local arts and culture events and profiles about local creatives.
Both Moore and the Neilson-Bergs expressed that the Gondola Art Stroll represents more than a delightful Winter project; it provides an additional public art opportunity for Utah creatives. “Living in Park City has its challenges, but having opportunities like the Gondola Stroll makes me feel like a valued member of the community.”
Read MoreAs 2024 unfolds, there will be plenty of opportunities for those passionate about Arts & Culture to get involved, including the chance to join the Culture Club, volunteer at the Latino Arts Festival, or join the Arts Council as a sponsor. If you believe that Summit County deserves an Arts & Culture community that is robust, vibrant, and inclusive, we hope you will lend your voice to our cause and make this year one to remember!
Read MorePart of what makes this region so distinctive is, according to Hegner, a combination of spirit and creative support. In her words, “There is an urge to create in this town, and I appreciate the support of the Arts Council in promoting it. There is a true mountain town spirit in art.”
Read MoreCREATE PC, a program long favored by local artists and art enthusiasts, will open its doors as a gallery and year-round artist studio. This local artist collective will allow Summit County artists to build community among themselves, as well as cultivate connection through Arts & Culture for the greater community.
Read MoreArtique’s December First Friday is always a holiday-themed party to kick off the festive season—this year it is on Friday, December 1st, so bundle up and head over to Kamas for a cheery and creative time! You can see more details about this and future First Friday events at Artique’s facebook page here.
Read MoreCanyons Village Management Association (‘CVMA’) is seeking 5 Utah-based artists/artist teams to creatively decorate the interior of inactive gondolas. The gondolas will be stationed around the Canyons Village Base Area at Park City Mountain Resort, and will invite resort guests to peer inside the gondolas; those who do will be greeted by a magical winter wonderland scene created by a local Utah visual artist.
Read MoreThe William J. Kranstover Gallery opened in Peoa 15 years ago, born from the artist’s desire for a “spot to throw paint and exhibit.” The building that houses the Gallery was built in 1896, and Kranstover says he continues to learn historical tidbits about the space from longtime Peoa residents. Of his Gallery, Kransotver praises it as “such a pleasurable place to be, and it is such a meditative experience to paint. The Gallery lends itself well to that.”
Read MoreIn this grouping of pieces from the Summit County Art Collection the viewer is given an opportunity to jump into a story prefaced by the visuals on the canvas. Whether created based on an existing story or lays the groundwork for a story to tell, each work has the ability to captivate and ignite one's imagination or memory.
Read MoreThe first Summit County Traveling Exhibit of the year is back at the Kimball Junction Library from now until February 24th. Titled Animals Among Us, this exhibit highlights Utah’s beautiful environment, diverse landscapes and the animals that live in it.
Read MoreThis month’s gallery stroll promises to showcase what’s new and upcoming for 2023. If you’re unable to make the trek up to Main Street, here’s what’s new at some of your local galleries:
Read MoreIf you’re looking to enjoy more art through the colder seasons, head over to the Park City Library. The Park City Library continues to foster local art through its seasonal art exhibitions and is currently looking for entries for their next exhibition as well.
Read MoreSix year ago when Dana Klein set out on a cross country RV trip with her family she wasn’t looking to put down new roots. Having called South Carolina home for 15 years, Klein and her family were simply looking to explore the Western United States. Yet by the end of the summer, the Klein family seemingly fell into calling Park City their new home.
Read MoreThe Summit County Fine Art Collection may have a permanent home at the Summit County Courthouse in Coalville, however there are still ways to enjoy select pieces in communities throughout the county.
Read MoreThis Summit County Fair Fine Arts Exhibit provides local artists an opportunity to share their creative work with the public.
Read MoreThe Arts Council | Park City & Summit County announces the return of the Summit Arts Showcase, set to take place July 15 & 16, 2022 at the Red Barn in Oakley, UT. The Arts Council is now accepting applications from local artists for this annual juried art show.
Read MoreSpring into action this May and join artist Sasha Primo for an Art Talk, Community Workshops and Paint Days to help bring the Hoytsville Historical Mural to life! The Summit County Public Art Advisory Board, with support from the Arts Council will produce a historical mural to be installed at the Summit County Public Works Building in Hoytsville. This project was conceived in response to a request from Hoytsville residents for a public artwork that honors the unique history, landscape, and spirit of the region.
Read MoreNow accepting artist applications for the annual Latino Arts Festival! The sixth annual Latino Arts Festival, taking place on June 20-26, 2022 at various locations throughout Park City, will showcase and celebrate Latin American traditions and heritage. The six-day event brings our community together to highlight the beauty and creativity of Hispanic and Latino culture through creative art forms including food, film, fine art, craft, live music and folkloric dance, offering opportunities for all people to connect and interact with one another through arts and culture.
Read MoreI chose these pieces from the Summit County art collection because they initially stood out to me during my first walk through at the Coalville Courthouse where the collection permanently lives. The included pieces individually captivated my attention and called me to look closer or think harder at what exactly I was looking at, not because I couldn't tell what the subject matter was but more of where the subject matter was taking me.
Read MoreFour local nonprofits have partnered to present a new public art opportunity for Utah artists. The Call to Artists is seeking Concepts for creating outdoor interactive mural artwork in Park City’s Prospector Square Area reflecting the message, “Whatever your child’s journey, go together.” Full C
Read MorePolitical posters in America developed along with the technology capable of producing them. The lithograph printing process of 1840’s brought us the first Presidential poster when Whig Henry Clay ran against the eventual winner, Democrat James K. Polk in 1844.
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