Springville Museum of Art Annual Exhibit Emphasizes Religious Similarities

DAILY HERALD
By Casey Adams

First-place winner J. Kirk Richards' "Angels Singing in White." Courtesy of Springville Museum of Art

UTAH---A silent conversation is unfolding in the galleries at the Springville Museum of Art during the 28th annual Spiritual and Religious Art of Utah Exhibition, which runs through Jan. 15. Utah artists share ideas about faith and worship using art as a voice to express the beauty of the many spiritual differences represented within the Beehive State. The annual exhibition presents this conversation over three parts. First, an interfaith panel was to speak on how the panelists' personally adhere to their respective faiths. Second, the art show of nearly 200 pieces adds a visual dimension to the conversation. And finally, artists will be available on the last day of the exhibition to answer questions from museum patrons about their art work. Submissions were selected for the exhibition based on technical merit and an artist's willingness to explore the idea of spirituality in a unique way. Awards were given to top artists. [link]

Springville Museum of Art: "28th annual Spiritual and Religious Art of Utah Exhibition," (Ends Jan. 15); 126 E. 400 South in Springville, UT; (801) 489-2727; smofa.org

EVENTS CALENDAR:

Wednesday, November 20, 2013*
*Opening Reception, 7-8:30 pm
All submitting artists and the public are invited to attend. Accepted artists should come prepared to engage with public and answer questions regarding their work. Award-winning works will be announced at this event.

Monday, December 2, 2013, 6:00-8:00 pm
Community & Family Night - bring your family to the Museum for an evening of art-making and fun! Create original holiday cards, take a special tour through the exhibition, and enjoy seasonal music.

Wednesday, December 4, 2013, 7:00 pm
Interfaith Panel "Art & Worship"  - please join us for a discussion on the role of religious traditions in art from Catholic, Hindu, Muslim, Jewish, LDS and Presbyterian perspectives.

Wednesday, January 15, 2014
"Reflections on Spirituality: Artists in Conversation," 7:00 pm*
*Artists may pick up artwork at conclusion of program
To conclude the exhibition, invited artists will participate in gallery conversations with the public. Facilitated by Museum Staff, these informal discussions will give artists and visitors the chance to explore religion and spirituality in art.

Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Exhibition Officially Closes