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Utah Moms Compete on Fox’s LEGO® Masters

June 8, 2021 by Connie Lewis Leave a Comment

Jen Smart is an ER and ICU nurse, and a mother of 6. Susan Earls owns Rosebud Antiques in Pleasant Grove and is the mother of 2. Both Women live in American Fork and they are partners in the current season of Fox’s LEGO® Masters. The competition features two person teams who complete building challenges, using 5 million LEGO® bricks, each week for a chance to win the $100,000 … [Read more...]

Gotta Dance! Utah Culture Promotes Dance Excellence

October 24, 2020 by Nicole Anderson Leave a Comment

Slow, slow, quick, quick, slow ... music plays, couples embrace and laugh. There is nothing like a good waltz to change your mood.  During the 19th Century, the waltz was introduced as a high society social function for the elite. In the 20th Century, a monumental shift occurred which allowed people from all demographics to take part in the joy of dancing.  Ballroom dance … [Read more...]

Moab Proud, Moab Made

November 14, 2018 by Heila Ershadi Leave a Comment

Moab Made describes itself as “a shop dedicated to the local artisan community.” I would add that the Main Street store is hand-crafted for the individual who appreciates singular items.  Moab Made’s wares have soul and personality. Moab Made was founded by Rebecca McAllister in 2016. “It was created out of a personal desire to do something that I knew I would feel really … [Read more...]

In the Studio with Simon Winegar

January 14, 2016 by Aimee L. Cook Leave a Comment

Simon Winegar is best known for his vibrant, realistic landscapes. Born and raised in Davis County, Winegar originally pursued a degree in Geology and Spanish. He worked in a hardware store through college, painting in oils on the side. “I always knew I wanted to be an artist. I just didn’t know you could do it as a real job,” Winegar said. “When my brother, Seth, who is also … [Read more...]

Quitting Her Day Job: One Utah Artist’s Journey

June 20, 2014 by Connie Lewis Leave a Comment

Eighteen months ago Heather Ackley was working for Franklin Covey doing design work. In May of this year she had her first solo art exhibit at Mod a-go-go. From one point to the next how are dreams fulfilled? For Heather, it happened when a friend commissioned a portrait of her dogs. Heather’s first inclination was to do a drawing of the dogs, but the friend suggested she … [Read more...]

Captain Captain: A sample of Utah’s vibrant art scene

April 20, 2012 by Al Sacharov Leave a Comment

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Captain Captain Art Studio is a vibrant,artistic mecca on the west side. It’s a nice little touch that the Captain Captain Art Studio has two artists with similar names - Trent and Trent. Passing by the brick warehouse-looking studio at 825 South and 500 West, one could hardly suspect the vibrant spacious studios found within. The Trents - Trent Alvey and Trent Call - are two … [Read more...]

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