Works inside Nolan Flynn’s studio in the Avenues.
Nolan Flynn’s is one of the studios you’ll be able to visit this weekend during the 10th annual Avenues Open Studios: Off the Grid (see below). “While working through my pieces they begin as a sketch or painting calisthenic,” Flynn says. “It is important for a consistent awareness of considerations; purity of composition, and mark making. I aim to capture the piece at the height of connection, lest contrived moves or overworked optics enter in.” Allison Willingham will be featured at Flynn’s studio as well.
Work by Allison Willingham
10th Anniversary Avenues Open Studios: Art Off the Grid
On September 20–21, 2024, the Avenues Open Studios will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a milestone event featuring diverse artistic expressions. Visitors can explore the creativity of local artists over two days, with studios open from 4 to 8 PM on Friday and from 11 AM to 7 PM on Saturday. To ensure attendees don’t miss a thing, a free shuttle bus service will be available on Saturday, making it easy to visit all participating artists. This unique event offers a chance to interact with artists, view their creative processes, and discover a variety of artwork. Join in the celebration of this vibrant community and take home original pieces that inspire.
Find more details on their Facebook page or on Instagram at @AvenuesOpenStudios.
AI, Art, and Memory: A Panel Discussion at UMOCA
On September 19, 2024, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art (UMOCA) will host a thought-provoking panel discussion on the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), art, and memory. Titled AI, Art, and Memory, the conversation will delve into AI’s role in generating memories, influencing emotional intelligence, and creating images from linguistic prompts. The panel includes artist hannah baer (joining virtually), researcher Cynthia Boyton, artist Ed Bateman, and UMOCA Curator of Exhibitions Jared Steffensen. Using the exhibition In Memory as a foundation, this discussion will explore the evolving relationship between technology and human experience. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot for this engaging event.
https://utahmoca.org/event/ai-art-and-memory/
RE-PLAY: A Dance Theatre Experience at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center
From September 19 to 21, 2024, Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company will present RE-PLAY, an extraordinary evening of dance and theater at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center. The program includes The Bunker by Laja Field & Martin Durov, a satirical dance-theater piece that humorously explores the lives of six people confined in the same space for five years. The evening also features the world premiere of Purple Sonata 24, choreographed by Ririe-Woodbury’s Artistic Director, Daniel Charon, which captures the emotional intensity of Philip Glass’s Sonata for Violin and Piano through a dynamic movement dialogue. Monica Bill Barnes’s world premiere, It’s great to be here, brings together The Company and a large cast of guest dancers from universities across Utah, including Utah Valley University, Brigham Young University, and the University of Utah. This compelling program promises a captivating blend of humor, drama, and kinetic artistry. Tickets are available at ririewoodbury.com.
Cirque Cinema: Acrobats & Movie Music with the Utah Symphony
Get ready for an unforgettable evening as the Utah Symphony joins forces with L.A.’s Troupe Vertigo for Cirque Cinema: Acrobats & Movie Music on September 20 and 21, 2024, at 7:30 PM. This mesmerizing performance blends breathtaking acrobatics, contortion, and ballet with the magic of iconic film music, featuring scores from Mission Impossible, Star Wars, Harry Potter, The Pink Panther, West Side Story, and more. The concert promises a feast for the senses, with visually stunning performances set to the music of John Williams, Leonard Bernstein, Ennio Morricone, and other legendary composers. Attendees can also enjoy pre-concert circus-themed activities in the lobby, including photo ops and carnival games. Don’t miss this extraordinary fusion of music and acrobatic artistry. More info and tickets available at https://utahsymphony.org/
801 Art Book Fair: A Celebration of Local Art and Design at UMOCA
On September 21, 2024, from 11 AM to 6 PM, the 801 Salon and Copy That Studio will present the 2nd annual 801 Art Book Fair at the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art (UMOCA). This exciting event will feature a diverse range of art and design books, as well as unique objects from local artists, authors, designers, printers, and publishers. Participants include notable names like Actual Source, Zak Jensen, FICE, Slow Worm Press, Jill Whit, and Ken Sanders Books, among many others. Visitors will have the opportunity to browse and purchase works on display, all while supporting Utah’s vibrant creative community. Admission to the fair is free, with a suggested donation for entrance to the museum. Don’t miss this chance to explore and celebrate the talent of local bookmakers and designers in a single inspiring space.
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