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From Script to Set: Janice Chan on Designing for Theater

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 5, 2023) by Alton Barnhart
Janice Chan standing around pieces of theater backdrops.

Many folks working in “the theater” have a self-professed, life-long passion for the performing arts, but that’s not the case for scenic designer Janice Chan. … read more

Posted in: Performance & TheatreTagged: Bastian Theatre, Janice Chan, Plan-B Theatre, Rose Wagner Theater, scenic design, Theatre, UVU

Moon Gear’s Down-to-Earth Approach to Outdoor Product Design

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 4, 2023) by Alton Barnhart
A yellow-and-green duffel bag from Moon Gear.

Moon Gear, the one-woman operation launched in April of this year, is a small, eco-friendly business that makes durable outdoor gear for nature enthusiasts. … read more

Posted in: CommunityTagged: Jenna Battaglia, Moon Gear

DesignBuildBLUFF: Collaborative Homebuilding in the Navajo Nation

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 4, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
The River View House in Bluff, Utah.

Each semester, University of Utah’s DesignBuildBLUFF architecture students arrive to Bluff with one goal: to design and build a home in just 12 weeks. … read more

Posted in: Activism, Outreach and EducationTagged: Architecture, Design, DesignBuildBLUFF, University of Utah

Jake Reedy: The Tinkering, “Any Means Necessary” Artist of Postmodern Design

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 17, 2023) by Alton Barnhart
Designer Jake Reedy standing in front of his installation.

Reedy is not your typical designer. When it comes to materials, nothing stays sacred for long. “I like the idea of being anti-genre,” he says. … read more

Posted in: CommunityTagged: Design, Grit Marketing, Jake Reedy

Designing a Community with NOVEL Daybreak

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 5, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
An exterior shot of NOVEL Daybreak.

NOVEL Daybreak apartment homes aim to create the ideal intersection of community-focused living and luxury design. … read more

Posted in: CommunityTagged: ben krasnow, crescent communities, novel daybreak, parker edwards

Local Review: Federal Heights – Federal Heights

Posted on September 28, 2023 (September 29, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
Album art courtesy of Federal Heights

The fate of Federal Heights is predetermined to create satisfying, sincere artistry—their recent self-titled album proves it. Some people simply can’t help but write good songs. … read more

Posted in: Local Music ReviewsTagged: Callum Dingley, Federal Heights, Jack Behrens

Painting with Petals: The Creative Process of Little Gay Garden

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 4, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
June Hyatte sits in her garden with a bouquet of flowers.

June Hyatte’s job as a floral designer and gardening scientist allows for an important exchange of emotions and care within our community. … read more

Posted in: ArtTagged: floral design, june hyatte, little gay garden

Fiona Matisse Barney and the Art of Teaching

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 4, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
Fiona Matisse Barney sits at her home studio.

By meeting kids where they are at and drawing upon their current interests and hobbies for inspiration, Fiona Matisse Barney is able to show them that art exists everywhere. … read more

Posted in: Activism, Outreach and EducationTagged: art teaching, cottonwood high school, Design, Fiona Matisse Barney

The Graphic Designers Behind Salt Lake’s Music Scene

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 4, 2023) by Alton Barnhart
Graphic designers Katya Pogodaeva and Tom Petersen stand against a brick background.

Creating posters, flyers, merch and album covers, Katya Pogodaeva and Tom Petersen have both curated portfolios of design work for local artists and musicians. … read more

Posted in: ArtsTagged: Graphic Design, Katya Pogodaeva, Tom Petersen, UPHERE! Records

Film Review: The Creator

Posted on September 28, 2023 (September 27, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
John David Washington in The Creator (2023) stands against a backdrop of a bridge and stares off screen

The Creator isn’t necessarily going to be remembered as a masterpiece, but it is going to be remembered. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Gareth Edwards, John David Washington, Madeleine Yuna Voyles, the creator

Designing a Brand With Strap Tank Brewery

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 4, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
Image of brewmaster Derik DeBoard sitting at the Strap Tank bar.

Strap Tank Brewery’s flagship and seasonal beers will teach you something about motorcycles, while surrounded by custom paintings and memorabilia. … read more

Posted in: Beer & SpiritsTagged: Beer feature, Harley-Davidson, Orange Hopsicle, Rick Salisbury, Strap Tank Brewery

Talking Ink with Sarah de Azevedo

Posted on October 4, 2023 (October 4, 2023) by Asha Pruitt
Sarah de Azevedo smiles in front of a wall of framed art at Locust Tattoo.

Local Artist Sarah de Azevedo talks to SLUG about inking her designs, safe tattoo practices and the importance of tattoo apprenticeships. … read more

Posted in: CommunityTagged: Design, Ink, Locust Tattoo, Sarah de Azevedo, Tattoo
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