Western Gallery works to curate distinct perspectives of the American West, through art ranging from abstract to photorealistic to contemporary. Now, they’re searching for new talent for an upcoming exhibition in May and June of 2021!
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The Kamas Valley History Group is undertaking an ambitious and equally exciting project in 2021. Using money raised from their 2020 Labor Day Sale, the group purchased a 1978 Layton Trailer and plans to renovate the vintage trailer into a mobile museum.
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At North Summit Elementary in Coalville, art is helping kids find their place in the world. When principal Russell Hendry arrived at the school 3 years ago, he realized a high traffic area of the school lacked character and wanted to see something of interest and educational value in that space. The theme of “You Are Here” developed over time through conversations with different people and last summer, local artist Camille Vernon’s creative genius brought it to life.
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The Arts Council is thrilled to announce that our generous host sponsor, Vacasa Real Estate, has offered to extend our stay at 544 Main St. through the month of April. CREATE PC, the Arts Council’s pop-up community gallery, will maintain the same hours of operation through the month, Monday through Wednesday 12pm to 6pm and Thursday through Saturday 12pm to 8pm. Stop by and shop local!
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We’re so lucky that every summer, the Utah Symphony decides to call Park City home for their Deer Valley Music Festival. For the last seventeen years, the symphony orchestra has paired with world-class artists to bring us beautiful music in a stunning, outdoor setting.
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Marielle Pariseau, also known locally as “The Tooth Fairy” from many workshops and presentations, is one of the Park City area’s newest authors. After 37 years of clinical dentistry, Marielle hung up her drills in 2012 at which point she and husband, Hans, relocated from Ottawa, Canada, to Midway, Utah.
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We are pleased to introduce J GO Gallery as our March gallery feature! Our monthly blog series showcases all of our wonderful Park City galleries on a rotating basis. Every month we tell the story of a local gallery and the gallerists and artists behind them. For this month’s spotlight we spoke with Jude Grenney of J GO Gallery at 268 Main Street in Park City, UT. J GO Gallery, located in the heart of historic Park City, UT is a carefully curated collection of contemporary artwork by renowned artists who have technical expertise, aesthetic excellence and remarkable creativity.
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In this recent blog series, we have been featuring Summit County Public Art Board Member’s favorite local art pieces. See Summit County public art through new eyes and experience what makes these pieces so special according to our Summit County Public Art Board members. Once you’ve read our blog, go experience these public art pieces for yourself! In this blog post we feature a favorite from Summit County Public Art Board member, Teresa Tackman. Her favorite Summit County Public Art piece is the somewhat recently created Yambo, by Day Christiansen.
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Utah’s Arts and Culture Sector has exciting news! Just last week, the Executive Appropriations Committee (EAC) released and adopted a final budget for the 2021 General Session of the Utah Legislature. Within the final budget appropriations lies several key funding successes that will enable a thriving arts and culture scene in our community.
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The Arts Council is thrilled to introduce a new photojournalism project: Utah's Latin America in Black & White. The project, which was born out of a high school photojournalism class, was created by the remarkable Emma Greally.
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The Arts Council is thrilled to promote Kimball Art Center’s newest exhibition “When the Evening Has Passed and Tomorrow Comes.” The exhibition will be housed in Kimball Art Center’s new home at the YARD at 1251 Kearns Blvd in Park City. Starting on March 23rd, free entry will begin with timed-entries to ensure adherence to Covid-19 guidelines. You shouldn’t miss it!
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Local author, Susan Silverton, left her position as Academic Vice President at a Canadian university to serve on the board of two software companies. She found her way to Salt Lake City and eventually in 2017, attracted by our mountains and community, she relocated to Park City.
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We are pleased to introduce Gaia on Main as our February gallery feature! Our monthly blog series showcases all of our wonderful Park City galleries on a rotating basis. Every month we tell the story of a local gallery and the gallerists and artists behind them. For this month’s spotlight we spoke with Koral Zeytoni, co-owner of Gaia on Main at 314 Main St. in Park City.
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In this blog series we feature Park City Public Art Board Members favorite local art pieces. See public art through new eyes and experience what makes these pieces so special according to our Public Art Board members. Once you’ve read our blog, go experience these public art pieces for yourself!
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The Utah Women Artists Exhibition, entitled, “Celebrating Women Vibrant and Equal 2020” is truly an inspiring display of visual art. The physical exhibition, which was set to be held at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center, was cancelled due to Covid-19. Still, the exhibition has adapted a beautiful virtual format, created by West Valley City Arts. Check out the exhibition here.
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CREATE PC, the Arts Council’s pop-up retail gallery, recently opened up again at 544 Main St, next to Riverhorse! Come visit and shop local art, Monday through Wednesday 12pm to 6pm and Thursday through Saturday 12pm to 8pm at the new location.
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Come on in from the cold. Make yourself comfortable in Park City Museum’s Tozer Gallery and check out their traveling exhibit entitled ‘The Great Frontier Odyssey; Sketching the American West.’
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O.P. Rockwell is a community staple. The man himself, Orrin Porter Rockwell, was a Wild West historical figure and personal bodyguard to Joseph Smith. The namesake, a cocktail lounge on Main Street, Park City, is only fitting. This winter, the O.P Rockwell team is doing everything they can to safely program shows.
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In this new blog series we will feature Summit County Public Art Board Member’s favorite local art pieces. See Summit County public art through new eyes and experience what makes these pieces so special according to our Summit County Public Art Board members. Once you’ve read our blog, go experience these public art pieces for yourself! In this blog post we feature a favorite from Summit County Public Art Board member, Betsey Devaney.
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Last week, the Arts Council had a chance to catch up with Brian Richards, the executive director of Mountain Town Music. Even throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, Brian and his team are doing everything they can to foster, support, and create live music in Park City and Summit County.
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