Student Initiatives

One of our goals at Art at The Park is help pave the way for the next generation of artists. This year we are introducing two initiatives that we hope will assist students in advancing along the road to becoming successful, professional artists. First is a mentorship program called “Student Protégés” that will enable late high school and college students to learn from some of the best Utah artists who will be exhibiting at Art at The Park. Second, we have dedicated a large display wall that will enable us to feature many works of art by Utah’s high school and college students. Read below for details on each initiative!

Student Protégé Mentoring Program

If you are a high school senior or college student and are seriously considering an art career, we invite you to apply for one of 10 Student Protégé opportunities at Art at The Park. Here is your chance to ask questions and pick the brains of some of Utah's most successful artists. This one-on-one mentoring opportunity will help you:

  • Learn from experienced artists about the business of art and what it takes to be a successful artist.

  • Learn art techniques and tips from a variety of top professional artists whose work you admire.

Requirements

  • You are a high school senior or college student.

  • You are seriously considering becoming a professional artist.

  • You can provide the name and contact info for an art teacher/professor who will endorse you.

  • You are willing to assist exhibiting artists while observing them at work in their booths.

  • You are available to spend 3-4 hours during the times when Art at The Park is open to the public - Friday, Sept. 12 from noon to 9:00 pm and/or Saturday, Sept. 13 from noon to 7:00 pm.

    Apply by clicking on the button below.

Student Art Showcase

If you are a Utah high school or college student, we invite you to apply to show a work of art at Art at The Park - where thousands of art lovers will have a chance to see your work. Your art will be judged by some of Utah's top professional artists and awards will be presented. Only 50 works of art will be accepted.

    Requirements

  • Only one work of art per artist (we will request the title and a photo of your work at a later date).

  • Maximum size: 24" x 24"

  • Art should be ready to hang on wire grids.

  • Delivery: You will need to bring your art to the Garden Place at This Is The Place Heritage Park between 4:00 and 6:00 pm on Wednesday, September 10, or Noon and 4:00 pm on Thursday, September 11.

  • Pick-Up: You will need to pick up your art between 6:00 and 8:00 pm on Saturday, September 13.

    Apply by clicking on the button below.