Past Z-Arts! Events
Crime & Punishment vs. Leopold and Loeb
On Friday, April 13, 2012 at 7:00 Olga Pilkington, Literature Professor at Dixie State College, will present fact meets fiction in 1920’s Chicago. Believing in their own arrival as Neitzche’s superman, Leopold & Loeb commit what they believe to be the unsolvable, perfect murder. Professor Pilkington will explore the ways in which Leopold & Loeb acted out in real life the same psychological aspects of Radkolnikov, Dostoyevsky’s flawed character in Crime and Punishment written in 1866.
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This event has received funding from the Utah Humanities Council. The Utah Humanities Council promotes history and heritage, literature and literacy, and public discussion of issues important to our communities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this website or the lectures do not necessarily represent those of the Utah Humanities Council or the National Endowment for the Humanities. |
Blindsight
A Z-Arts! film presentation “Blindsight” to be held Friday, April 27, 2012 at the Canyon Community Center in Springdale.
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Himalayas, Blindsight follows the gripping true-life adventure of six blind Tibetan teenagers on a climbing expedition up a summit near Mount Everest. Impaired vision presents challenges under the best of circumstances, but the Tibetan teenagers of Blindsight must also contend with poverty and discrimination.
In their culture, people believe that blindness results from demonic possession or crimes committed in a past life. Fortunately, German-born Sabriye Tenberken, blind since 12, founded Lhasa’s Braille Without Borders to provide them with education and self-reliance. In 2004, she invites American author Erik Weihenmayer to visit. After he lost his sight, his father encouraged him to climb mountains, and Erik would go on to scale the world’s seven highest summits.
Through photographs and home movies, director Lucy Walker (Devil’s Playground) captures Sabriye and Erik as children; it’s clear they enjoyed distinct advantages over their Tibetan counterparts. Erik believes Sabriye’s students would also benefit from climbing, so they select six, pair them with guides, and begin preparations for a trek up the giant looming in their backyard: Mt. Everest (specifically Lhakpa-Ri).
Things proceed according to plan until Tashi, a former beggar, starts to lag behind. Then Kyila falls prey to altitude sickness. The Western team finds themselves with a dilemma: Should they send down the sick and continue climbing, or call off the expedition? At this point, Walker’s documentary shifts from a sociological study to an unlikely thriller.
Though she neglects to explore some avenues in sufficient depth, like the death of Erik’s mother, Blindsight is moving, suspenseful, and inspiring–and the sequence in which the kids sing “Happy Together” surely ranks as one of cinema’s most transcendent.
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Support for this event was provided by the Utah Arts and Museums Program. |
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Support provided by The National Endowment for the Arts |
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Support for this event was provided by the Washington County Library. |
Printmaking Workshops By Royden Card
Z-Arts! is very fortunate to have not one but two printmaking workshops on offer this Spring from Utah artist Royden Card, the first on Woodcut and Relief printmaking, and the second on Drypoint Intaglio. Royden and his wife Sandee have been enjoying the changing light on the mesas from their home and art studio in Virgin for the past 5 years.
Before living in the desert landscapes he so strikingly captures in his vivid acrylic paintings, Royden taught printmaking for 16 years at Brigham Young University in Northern Utah, authoring a book on the print making process while he was there. He also taught occasional art classes for University of Utah, and Utah Valley University.
Royden’s woodcuts are small glimpses of Utah desert scenes, the texture and quality of the woodcuts echoing the carved landscapes of his subject matter. The prints have an intimate quality, clearly conveying his feeling for the land.
Working with sketches drawn on location and the occasional reference photo, Royden creates a series of drawings with ink and brush to work out a final design. He then reverses the final drawing and transfers it to the block (preferably cherry), and will then spend up to 80 hours carving, making slight changes as he goes along.
His emphasis in his own works has recently shifted to the area of acrylics. He still depicts landscapes of the Utah desert, but has also been painting New Mexican adobe architecture. His architectural portrayals depict portions of a building, a single wall or other element, so the focus is on line, shape, and value contrast. He was recently one of nine finalists for the State of Utah Art Fellowship.
Royden roams the deserts of Utah with a sketchbook, carving art from the rugged redrock landscape. Winds, rocks and sun are his silent partners as he explores the desert, looking for inspiration.”I have a fascination with redrock deserts and also the badlands of Utah, Nevada,Texas, New Mexico and Arizona.
To enjoy more of Royden’s work please visit his website at www.roydencardfineart.com.
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in a creative weekend!
Woodcut and Relief Printmaking Workshop with Royden Card
(SOLD OUT) A 3 day intensive workshop on the exciting process of Woodcut and Relief Printmaking, from image developing through the printing techniques, will be presented March 23rd 24th and 25th, 2012, in Springdale, Utah.
This weekend workshop is the first of two printmaking workshops instructed by Royden Card being offered this spring. Class size is limited to 8, so please register early. For details, see below.
Workshop will cover:
- Brief historical overview with examples of varied relief prints
- Image development
- Block preparation, Tools, Carving and textural techniques
- Black line – White line and Basic color printing
- Printing techniques – Hand & Press
- Proofing, Editioning and Curating of prints
- Discussion of Papers – paper handling
Workshop fee includes:
- 1 linoleum block
- 2 Woodblocks
- 2 sheets Masa or Speedball print paper
- 2 sheets Kitakata, Rives light weight, or Kozo lightweight
- access to carving tools, brayers, inks, solvents, protective gloves, and press
Student Supply List:
- Pencils (#2 or softer)
- sketchbook or drawing paper
- apron
- Viva paper towels – 1 roll or cotton rags
- file folders 2 or 3
- blank copier paper 10-20 sheets.
- brush bamboo or watercolor brush (# 4 -8 ) round (inexpensive)
There will be additional blocks and papers available for purchase.
Registration fee before March 13th for Z-Arts members is $185/$200 for non-members, materials are included in fee. After March 13th registration fee for Z-Arts members is $200/$215 for non-members.
Note: If you register for both Royden Card workshops before March 13th, you will receive a $20.00 discount on workshop registration.
To register please contact zarts@springdaletown.com
phone 435.772.3434.x111
or contact Michelle Bonner at branchingout@earthlink.net
Sponsored by Z-Arts! and held at the Canyon Community Center, 126 Lion Blvd Springdale, UT
A Century of Mismanagement: Wildfire in America
Canyon Community Center Lecture:
On Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 7:00 Gary McClellan Bell, History Professor at Texas Tech University, will discuss the history of wildland fire in America, human responses to that natural phenomenon, with a particular focus on the twentieth century, and then an analysis of the hugely powerful and complex forces, including tremendous economic incentives, that almost guarantee a continued increase in wildland fire size and intensity, damage to natural and human property, and an increasing threat to human life.
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This event has received funding from the Utah Humanities Council. The Utah Humanities Council promotes history and heritage, literature and literacy, and public discussion of issues important to our communities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this website or the lectures do not necessarily represent those of the Utah Humanities Council or the National Endowment for the Humanities. |
U.S. Highway 89: The Scenic Route to Seven Western National Parks
On Saturday, March 24, 2012 at 7:00 pm Z-Arts! will present an evening with Ann Torrence author of U.S. Highway 89: The Scenic Route to Seven Western National Parks. This book documents seven of America’s favorite national parks, hometown events and quirky roadside attractions linked by U.S. 89. Scenic Highway 89 traces the stories of legendary trappers, missionaries and homesteaders. Widened in the Roaring Twenties to satisfy America’s motoring enthusiasts, but bypassed by modern interstates, the 1,600 mile route from Canada to Mexico retains its back-roads charm. From Yellowstone to the Grand Canyon, beauty queens to working cowboys, the real character of the American west, however, rests in its people who are redefining the western mystique into lifestyles that meld traditional heritage with 21st century realities.
This book bridges across well-established audiences for travelogues, travel photography, road-trip mystique and western lore and automotive history. This book will also interest aficionados of a particular region, like Greater Yellowstone, anchoring their favorite destinations in a larger transect of the American West.
Salt Lake City writer and photographer Ann Torrence drove over 15,000 miles to research and photograph U.S. Highway 89. Her documentary style explores the interplay of the human element and landscape; transformations of culture–what is kept, lost, and reinvented; and the iconography of the American West. U.S. Highway 89 is her first book.
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Support for this event was provided by the Utah Arts and Museums "OnStage In Utah" Program. |
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Support provided by The National Endowment for the Arts |
Navajo Children Weaving the Future
Z-Arts presents “Navajo Children Weaving the Future”, a Utah Arts Council’s Traveling Exhibition featuring traditionally woven rugs created by young Navajo children educated in the traditional art form through the Adopt-an-Elder Program. The textile work will be on display at the Canyon Community Center from January 23 through March 5. Admission is Free.
Hand-made rugs and blankets have always played an important role in the culture and economy of Native Americans. Traditionally, weaving techniques and patterns are passed down from mother to daughter; yet, the encroachment of modern life and technology threatened the continuation of this practice. Today, groups such as the Adopt-an-Elder Program are helping to counter this trend. These organizations provide an environment in which traditional weaving techniques can be passed on within a community. This allow for youth to perpetuate the practice, and tap into the global tourism market inspired by a renewed interest in history and culture, as well as economic development activity.
The rugs included in this exhibition were created by Navajo children, and are on loan from the non-profit organization and “Adopt an Elder Program.” Adopt an Elder fosters rug sales directly from traditional weavers, who in turn get one hundred percent of the profits. Adopt an Elder also organizes donations of wool, food, and other essentials for the less fortunate elders. For further information or to get involved in the program please contact Lynda Myers, Director, 435.649.0535.
Artists! Call for Submissions!
Art Gallery Exhibitions for 2012-2013:
Z-Arts! and the Canyon Community Center in Springdale, Utah (surrounded by Zion National Park) are looking for artist, exhibition, and group shows for their dedicated gallery space. These shows will be considered by a review committee.
Selected shows will run for a period of six weeks beginning October 2012. The deadline for submissions has been extended and is now Monday February 6, 2012.
Proposals should include:
- Cover Letter (with name & contact information such as email, phone number and address). In the case of group exhibitions, there should be one person designated as the contact who will represent the group to the gallery.
- A brief, clearly articulated description of the proposed exhibition (not to exceed 1 page).
- 10-20 images of media files (jpgs on CD/DVD or Hard Copy portfolio only)
- List of titles, dimensions and media.
- Current Résumé (1-3 pages).
- Self-addressed and stamped envelope for return. Materials will not be returned otherwise.
- Please advise us in advance if there are any dates for which the work will not be available.
- Please note the gallery now has a wire hanging system and there is now a limit to the number of pieces – +/- 30 pieces.
Suggested Media:
2-D Painting, Drawing, Prints, Photography, Fiber, Glass, Multimedia, Ceramics
3-D Sculptures, Ceramics, Book Arts
Size may be limited due to floor space and/or pedestals and cabinet space available. If the work can be displayed safely and aesthetically and you can provide the necessary display supports, we encourage you to submit.
Send proposals to:
Julie Hancock
Canyon Community Center Director
P.O. Box 187
Springdale, UT 84767
435-772-3434
Email: ccc@infowest.com or zarts@springdaletown.com
Gallery Website: http://www.canyoncommunitycenter.com/facility.html
Z-Arts! Website: http://www.zarts.org
The Gallery Committee reserves the right to restrict subject matter.
Call For Submission: Zion Music Festival Poster
~ Reminder ~
Poster submissions are due this Friday, January 13th.
Call for Submission
Artist to design
2012 Zion Canyon Music Festival Poster
“On and Off the Wall”
Lyman Whitaker & Chris Coleman - Infamous and Renowned Local Sculptors present “On and Off the Wall” - Past and Present: Cityscape Sketches &
Canyon Compositions.
This art exhibit runs from December 13, 2011 through January 21, 2012 at the Canyon Community Center located at 126 Lion Blvd, Springdale, Utah. December 13 2011 through January 21 2012.
Lyman and Chris have created a series of work that can be described as indoor and outdoor, three dimensional sketches of mixed-media Assemblage. Assemblage: pre-formed natural or manufactured materials or objects not intended as art materials.
“We purposefully have not claimed authorship to pieces so that ideas flow freely.” They have worked with the same tools and materials sometimes collaborating, sometimes working separately. “On and Off the Wall” is the outcome of their collaborative effort; there are pieces from last week, last year and last decade.
Interspersed with found objects suspended in a series of structured patterns, these pieces guide the imagination to unknown places.
To find out more about the artists visit Lyman’s website: www.lymanwhitaker.com or email Chris Coleman at slcshaman@yahoo.com
Artist Reception January 7, 2012 at 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at the Canyon Community Center.
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