SLUG Contributor Limelight
July 2, 2025
Contributor Limelight: Grace Simpson
As a climber, cyclist and all-around outdoor adventurer, Grace Simpson was well-equipped to write about adaptive outdoor climbing. She tackles writing assign-ments with ease, using her boundless creativity and copy editing experience to make SLUG a brighter, bolder publication.
Articles by contributor
Local Review: Star Carmen — Blue Blue Woman
I appreciated the thematic throughline they built — how love, loss and identity blur together until they feel inseparable. … read more
Beto Conejo’s Road to Creating Utah Day of the Dead
Realizing he was in a unique position as a Mexican artist in Utah, Conejo decided to organize an inaugural Utah Day of the Dead festival in Salt Lake City. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: September 2025
What remains the same is the constant (and talented) stream of local music. So soak up the sun one last time as we bring you another round of singles! … read more
Made by Hand: How Shelby Pence Made a Career in...
Shelby Pence has been surrounded by creative energy since she was young. She’s since specialized in printmaking and creates bold, vibrant prints that she sells at local markets. … read more
An Inclusive Outdoors: The National Ability Center is Changing Utah’s...
The National Ability Center offers more than just climbing instruction, featuring alpine sports, cycling, rafting and horseback riding. … read more
NCECA 2025: Salt Lake City Welcomes Nation’s Largest Ceramics Conference
The National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) Conference was held in SLC. It was the city’s first time hosting the prestigious conference. … read more
Bold & Beautiful: Jose Rojas
Jose Rojas performs his choreography with Heels Queens Sundays at Milk+, and H.I.M. will perform at the Sneaker Convention Expo on April 5. … read more
Free The Game: A Mission to Bring Street Soccer to...
Free the Game emphasizes fun and personal growth over strict competition, which not only builds skilled athletes but also fosters a love for the game. … read more
Bold & Beautiful: Cherry Poppins
Cherry Poppins didn’t come to be overnight; they existed for years within Cherry’s imagination, awaiting the perfect time to make their first public appearance. … read more
Molly’s Gemini Room: Redefining Salt Lake’s Nightlife
Molly’s Gemini Room is the newest and sexiest addition to Salt Lake City’s nightlife scene. … read more
The Art of Belonging: How Food Transcends Cultures to Create...
Comprising symbols from Mesoamerican and Indigenous cultures, Corn Mandala: Belonging is Jorge Rojas’ seventh installation of ephemeral mandalas. … read more
