Artist Céline Downen: For the Love of the Litter

Artist Céline Downen: For the Love of the Litter
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This idea of authenticity, of collecting everyday materials and looking around her community have all been strong themes in Céline Downen’s work for years. … read more

Tiana Birrell: Sleeping by the Provo River

Tiana Birrell: Sleeping by the Provo River
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Attempting to bring the unseen to light, artist and environmental humanities master Tiana Birrell is striving to accomplish a challenging goal. … read more

DE | MARCATION

DE | MARCATION
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The DE | MARCATION portfolio is a snapshot of what that looks like today within Utah art photography, all while combating boundaries that exist as walls. … read more

Etsuko Kato: Preserving Culture and Memory through Photo

Etsuko Kato: Preserving Culture and Memory through Photo
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Etsuko Kato developed her current photographic practice through the determination to learn more about her culture and to preserve the memories of her family. … read more

Trent Nelson: Photographer for the Outsider

Trent Nelson: Photographer for the Outsider
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Coming up from the Bay Area, Trent Nelson found his penchant for photography while attending shows at the infamous 924 Gilman St. in Berkley, California. … read more

Michael Ori on Community-Oriented Commercial Photography

Michael Ori on Community-Oriented Commercial Photography
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Michael Ori, founder of local Salt Lake creative firms, Ori Media and Studio Elevn, has some simple advice for aspiring photographers: “Share your knowledge and work your ass off.” … read more

Capturing Home, Visibility and Stillness: Denae Shanidiin and Indigenous Images

Capturing Home, Visibility and Stillness: Denae Shanidiin and Indigenous Images
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Denae Shanidiin’s images often center around the simple yet sacred human moments in Indigenous experience, including painful and raw realities. … read more

Shots Fired: Davey Wilson’s Fully Immersed Photography

Shots Fired: Davey Wilson’s Fully Immersed Photography
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Davey Wilson’s story is as unique as his photography with many elements coming together to put him in the position he is in today. … read more

Kathak and Grace: Kaladharaa Dance School

Kathak and Grace: Kaladharaa Dance School
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The message was clear: Kaldharaa Dance School wants more people to know they exist and wants to teach them about the rich history of Kathak. … read more

Art as Wellness: UMOCA’s See Me Exhibit

Art as Wellness: UMOCA’s See Me Exhibit
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See Me is the latest exhibit residing in UMOCA’s “Ed Space” that challenges our perception of the role of art in daily life. … read more