Art of the Sun: Exploring Light, Process, and Environmental Media (Age 14-17) | Kids Out and About Salt Lake City

Art of the Sun: Exploring Light, Process, and Environmental Media (Age 14-17)


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In this course, students explore how light, shadow, and environmental elements can be used as creative tools in artmaking. Through projects such as shadow-based works, cyanotypes, suncatchers, and a collaborative glass mural, students will experiment with new materials and processes while developing an understanding of how art can be interactive, site-responsive, and connected to everyday spaces.

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In this course, students explore how light, shadow, and environmental elements can be used as creative tools in artmaking. Through projects such as shadow-based works, cyanotypes, suncatchers, and a collaborative glass mural, students will experiment with new materials and processes while developing an understanding of how art can be interactive, site-responsive, and connected to everyday spaces. Emphasis is placed on exploration, collaboration, and translating environmental observation into visual form. Each student will also have an opportunity to display a selected artwork in an exhibition at the Department of Art & Art History at the end of the summer. Co-Sponsored with the Department of Art & Art History.

Location: 
Department of Art & Art History, University of Utah, 1530 East, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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Contact name: 
Youth Education
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The event has already taken place on this date: 
07/17/2026
Time: 
9:00am-12:00pm