Gallery Stroll
by Mariah Mann-Mellus [mariah@slugmag.com]
Issue 240 / December 2008 More from this Issue
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When I find myself walking for what seems like miles across frozenasphalt as cars scream past me, sliding, honking, brake lights flashing itcan only mean one thing … Christmas shopping.
If you’re like me and typically find the Christmas spirit through Christmasmusic and spiked wassail and consider gift giving a hassle, I offer asolution: slow it down a ding-dong minute and stroll through the artgalleries. Salt Lake’s art galleries kick off the season with a Holiday GalleryStroll on December 5th. Galleries provide a perfect, calm place to gethandcrafted gifts by local artists. Imagine parking in the first parking stalland walking up to the charming Finch Lane Gallery nestled in ReservoirPark or popping in to discuss the clothing drive collections and holidaytree decor with Ruth Lubbers at Art Access. You’ll find something trulyunique and thoughtful for all the people on your list while you stimulate thelocal economy! Now that makes me feel warm and fuzzy.
Shopping at the Salt Lake City Arts Council’s Finch Lane Galleryhas become a tradition for many gift givers. This year marks the 25thAnniversary of the galleries Holiday Craft Exhibit and Sale. Each year,favorites return and new artists are added increasing the size and caliber.Finch Lane Gallery is open Monday through Friday 10 a.m.to 6 p.m. andSaturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., located at 54 Finch Lane (1325 E. 100 S.).
Open spaces at malls are unheard of during the retail shopping seasonknown as Christmas, but not at the Phillips Gallery. They have three floorsof colorful paintings, invigorating collage and serene sculpture. Findingthe perfect gift is a bonus to stopping by this refuge from the holidayhustle and bustle. Phillips Gallery is open Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m.to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., located at 444 E. 200 S.
I already think of Frosty Darling and Kayo Gallery when I think of hip artand handcrafted items, but during the Christmas season they shine.Special engagement boutiques have been set up for December 6th andDecember 13th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to afford you the luxury of havingall your favorite crafters and local artisans in one place. Kali Mellus,Sonya Evans, SLUG Sales and Marketing Manager Meghann Griggs,Tim Thompson and Alexis Hall will be offering handmade clothing andaccessories, home decor and stationary. You can get it all in the localshopping mecca of 200 E. and Broadway.
Art Access is collecting clean, gently used or new clothing to donate toARC of Utah. Renew your faith in the Christmas Season while enjoyingthe charm of a holiday tree decorated by knitters Lisa Sewell, EllenChristensen and Sheryl Gillilan and wares from over 25 local artists,many of whom will be on hand for the Holiday Reception December 5thfrom 6 to 9 p.m. Art Access is open Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is located at 230 S. 500 W.
Give local, employ your community, donate clothing, and give a gift madewith heart and soul. The Christmas spirit is out there and can be found atUtah’s many art galleries this year.
If you’re like me and typically find the Christmas spirit through Christmasmusic and spiked wassail and consider gift giving a hassle, I offer asolution: slow it down a ding-dong minute and stroll through the artgalleries. Salt Lake’s art galleries kick off the season with a Holiday GalleryStroll on December 5th. Galleries provide a perfect, calm place to gethandcrafted gifts by local artists. Imagine parking in the first parking stalland walking up to the charming Finch Lane Gallery nestled in ReservoirPark or popping in to discuss the clothing drive collections and holidaytree decor with Ruth Lubbers at Art Access. You’ll find something trulyunique and thoughtful for all the people on your list while you stimulate thelocal economy! Now that makes me feel warm and fuzzy.
Shopping at the Salt Lake City Arts Council’s Finch Lane Galleryhas become a tradition for many gift givers. This year marks the 25thAnniversary of the galleries Holiday Craft Exhibit and Sale. Each year,favorites return and new artists are added increasing the size and caliber.Finch Lane Gallery is open Monday through Friday 10 a.m.to 6 p.m. andSaturday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., located at 54 Finch Lane (1325 E. 100 S.).
Open spaces at malls are unheard of during the retail shopping seasonknown as Christmas, but not at the Phillips Gallery. They have three floorsof colorful paintings, invigorating collage and serene sculpture. Findingthe perfect gift is a bonus to stopping by this refuge from the holidayhustle and bustle. Phillips Gallery is open Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m.to 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., located at 444 E. 200 S.
I already think of Frosty Darling and Kayo Gallery when I think of hip artand handcrafted items, but during the Christmas season they shine.Special engagement boutiques have been set up for December 6th andDecember 13th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to afford you the luxury of havingall your favorite crafters and local artisans in one place. Kali Mellus,Sonya Evans, SLUG Sales and Marketing Manager Meghann Griggs,Tim Thompson and Alexis Hall will be offering handmade clothing andaccessories, home decor and stationary. You can get it all in the localshopping mecca of 200 E. and Broadway.
Art Access is collecting clean, gently used or new clothing to donate toARC of Utah. Renew your faith in the Christmas Season while enjoyingthe charm of a holiday tree decorated by knitters Lisa Sewell, EllenChristensen and Sheryl Gillilan and wares from over 25 local artists,many of whom will be on hand for the Holiday Reception December 5thfrom 6 to 9 p.m. Art Access is open Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6p.m. and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is located at 230 S. 500 W.
Give local, employ your community, donate clothing, and give a gift madewith heart and soul. The Christmas spirit is out there and can be found atUtah’s many art galleries this year.
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