Midvale Main Art House
The Midvale Main Arts & Culture District is a gathering spot encapsulating the very spirit of our community. This district, adorned with more than district's 40+ murals, serves as a vibrant testament to our genuine personality, homegrown warmth, and deep-rooted sense of community pride.
The Midvale Main Art House
Address: 7697 S Main Street, Midvale, UT 84047
Hours: Monday to Thursday from 3pm to 8pm and Saturday from 11am to 7pm
Launched in the Spring of 2024, the Art House aims to amplify the cultural richness of Midvale Main by nurturing local talent and celebrating artists. By repurposing an existing City building for affordable art studios and community events, the Art House has become a unique community asset not readily provided by the market. Six studio aritsts currently reside in the the Art House and they welcome you to visit during open hours view their artwork, witness the creative process, and participate in various events and workshops.
If a studo space becomes available, a call for artists will be released every six months inviting community engaged artists to apply for a studio space. Artists are encouraged to apply by providing a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that includes examples of artwork, a resume or CV, and an Artist Statement including information about why you want studio space in the Art House and how you would engage the community.
Meet the Artists
Lulu McPharlin is a mixed-media artist and photographer from Salt Lake City, Utah, known for creating alchemical visual art and sensory-rich experiences to delight and inspire people. She incorporates photography, collage, and acrylics in her visual art and integrates visual art, sound, scent, taste, and interaction to create immersive and memorable experiences and events.
She loves teaching people how to engage with art for improved mental health and wellbeing and creating opportunities for them to do so. Her art invites people to delve into themes of self-exploration, liberation, societal expectations, humans as art and nature, and mindfulness. She hopes her work will inspire you to play, to connect deeply with yourself and others, and to follow your dreams boldly at any and every age.
Learn more about Lulu and her work on Instagram @mclulusig or her website emergeexp.com
Caity Grether
Caity Grether is a Utah-based artist with a love for the mountains. She began watercolor lessons at age six and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 2010. Despite successful careers in library sciences and digital development, she continued painting and participating in art markets and exhibitions. Caity is excited to join the Art House and share her passion with the Midvale community.
Her work, both realistic and abstract, is inspired by local landscapes and reflects a deep respect for nature. She layers and sands acrylic paint to create intriguing textures, hoping her art resonates with others who connect emotionally with Utah's dynamic landscape. Learn more about Caity and her work on Instagram at @caity.grether.artist or her website CaityGrether.com
Ash Amos, a 30-year-old artist from Salt Lake City, Utah, has spent the past five years captivating audiences with live paintings at music and art festivals. As the former resident and lead artist for Dreamscapes 2.0, an immersive art experience, Ash has showcased a talent for transforming spaces into otherworldly realms. Additionally, as a muralist and founder of Penrose Artist Co, Ash creates interactive art installations and supports fellow artists.
Inspired by nature and visionary experiences, with a particular fascination for bugs, flowers, and birds, Ash’s work features intricate details and a vibrant, surrealist aesthetic. Through his art, Ash aims to inspire creativity and evoke a sense of wonder. Excited to be part of the first group of artists at the Art House on Main Street in Midvale, UT, Ash looks forward to sharing this passion with the community. Learn more about Ash and his work on Instagram at @AshAmosArt or his website ashamos.art
Shantelle Sommers, also known as Telli, is a mixed media painter and aspiring fashion designer based in Murray, Utah. Inspired by nature, love, and the simpler aspects of life such as colors and shapes. Telli transitioned to a full-time artist in October 2023. Since then, she has showcased her talents through live painting and vending at numerous highly attended events. At 24, Telli holds an Associate's degree in Social Work and seeks to merge her passion for social work with her love for art. She believes that creating art is vital for improving and maintaining mental health. Through her work, Telli hopes to inspire and motivate others to explore their own artistic expressions.
Excited about her opportunity at the Art House, Telli aims to connect with and empower the community through her art. Learn more about Shantell and her work on instagram at @tellikinesis or check out her artists portfolio here.
Joseph Anderson
My work is a journey through the intricate tapestry of human emotion and the boundless realms of imagination. As a muralist and fine artist, I strive to capture the essence of the human experience through captivating portraits that reveal the soul's hidden depths. Each face I paint tells a story, a narrative woven with the threads of life, love, struggle, and triumph.
In contrast, my surreal and dream-like landscapes are windows into alternate realities—spaces where the ordinary dissolves, and the extraordinary emerges. These landscapes are not bound by the laws of nature but are instead governed by the fluidity of dreams, where the impossible becomes possible. They are invitations to explore the unknown, to lose oneself in the beauty of the unexpected.
Through my art, I seek to bridge the gap between reality and the dream world, encouraging viewers to look beyond the surface and embrace the mysteries that lie within. Each mural, each canvas, is an exploration of the limitless potential of the human mind and spirit. I hope my work inspires others to see the world with fresh eyes and to find magic in the everyday.
Learn more about Joseph and his work on Instagram at @almost_slc.
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2024 Call For Artists Midvale Main Art House
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Overview
The Redevelopment Agency of Midvale City (RDA) is seeking is seeking community oriented artists who aspire to bring arts and creative experiences to Midvale residents and visitors on Main Street. Interested artists can rent studio space, gain access to a collaborative work environment, and secure their spot in a shared public art gallery and art shop. This space is ideal for artists looking to be part of an engaging and cooperative environment where creativity can flourish and ideas can come to life.
Details
Situated on Midvale’s Main Street, a burgeoning hub for arts, culture, and dining along the Wasatch Front, the Midvale Main Art House is a welcoming space for the public, encouraging engagement with the creative process. The building offers approximately 4,791 sq. ft of open space, allowing each artist to personalize their dedicated 8’X8’ area. Security, electricity, internet, onsite restrooms, and cleaning facilities are included. Studio tenants enjoy access, 7 days a week, from 7:00 am to 11:00 pm. Studio space rent is set at $200 per month, with a minimum 6-month commitment. Artists occupying this space commit to spending a minimum of 20 hours per week in the studio during Art House open hours, detailed below. This commitment includes being onsite one weekend day per month for 4 hours and participating in 3 community-oriented events per term (6 months).
Benefits
Artists will be highlighted and promoted on RDA marketing materials, with opportunities to participate in community events such as monthly open studio nights, Trick or Treat on Main, and Light Up Main Street hosted by the RDA. There are additional opportunities to host lectures, workshops, live discussions, and art shows within the space, with the possibility of receiving funding to support these events. Most importantly, artists will have a significant opportunity to make a positive impact on the community. Their active participation plays a vital role in ensuring and propelling an equitable and inclusive revitalization of Midvale’s Main Street.
Art House Open Hours
Tuesdays: 3:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m
Wednesdays: 3:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m
Thursdays: 3:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m
Saturdays 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Art House Selection Committee
The Art House selection committee is responsible for developing and adopting the governing documents, including the policies and procedures that will regulate the Art House. The committee will also be responsible for reviewing and selecting all artists who will occupy the space. Additionally, the committee will work closely with the artists housed in the Art House to develop a schedule, ensuring that there are always two or more artists in the space during open public hours. In doing so, the Art House selection committee will have the ability to modify the open hours to ensure they are conducive to the schedules of the artists and for public visitation. Last but not least, the Selection Committee will also be responsible for selecting art to be displayed to the community.
Submit your application today!
The deadline to apply is November 22, 2024.
