In Memoriam

Recently deceased Utah artists remembered by their friends and colleagues, published in 15 Bytes, Utah’s art magazine.

In Memoriam | Visual Arts

Deral Barton: A Life of Creativity, Curiosity and Craftsmanship

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Deral Barton’s artistic journey spanned everything from Pop Art-inspired paintings to custom leather designs and hand-lettered signage. A fixture in Salt Lake City’s creative scene, Barton’s influence extended from the early days of Phillips Gallery to his counterculture leather shop that became a hub for artists and musicians. His versatile career blended fine art, fashion, and commercial design, leaving a lasting mark on Utah’s cultural landscape. As we remember Barton’s life and work, we reflect on his passion for creativity, craftsmanship, and community. Read more about Barton’s remarkable career and enduring influence.

In Memoriam | Visual Arts

John Hess (1939-2022)

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John Hess, 83, was reportedly a patient sort, a mandatory virtue in a successful weaver or, as he put it, “a mixed media textile artist, concentrating on folded, double woven cotton reliefs.” He died Friday night, July 15, at a cousin’s home, of causes related to age, after having […]

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