Artist Directory

Mike Iverson

Musician - Singer

Known locally as the inspiration behind the Blue Sage Band, Mike Iverson is now know worldwide for his contributions advancing the art of clawhammer banjo. This unusual banjo technique is going through a renaissance as players everywhere are starting to realize it's potential. Mike is one of the leading... More

Shilo Jackson

Visual Artist

I've been painting for the last 17 years. I'm nearly finished with my BFA in painting and drawing from the U of U. I own Kayo Gallery, though I do not exhibit my work there. My work consists of primarily of trompe l'oeil painting, though I also enjoy figure, portrait,... More

Julie Jacobsen

Visual Artist

OBJECTIVE I am a detail oriented fine artist that likes to produce in the fine art field as well as related areas-such as dental lab production-and teach all ages. I also have experience in office and sales work outside of the arts. I would like to work in the Salt... More

Paul Jakubowski

Filmmaker - UAC Teaching Artist - Visual Artist

Paul Jakubowski is a second generation artist and grew up in Northern New Jersey near NYC. His father was his first teacher. He is most known for his large scale mural work and mossaics. His clients include residential, commercial, corporate and public art. He is a profeicient painter working oils,... More

Janell James

Visual Artist

Janell James is a prolific and talented painter whose passion for artmaking has its roots in her earliest childhood memories. At the age of seventeen, painter Janell James engaged in study under one of Utah’s premier painters, Connie Borup. “Connie was a wonderfully, amazing teacher with such generosity in sharing... More

Sal Jansson

Dancer - UAC Teaching Artist

Salome (Sal) Wolfgramm Jansson is Tongan and teaches the dance, music, arts and crafts, stories and legends of five major Polynesian islands: Hawaii, Tahiti, Tonga, Samoa and New Zealand. Sal has received instruction from teachers abroad, locally and from her family. She has 20 years of choreography and costume design... More

Richard Jenkins

UAC Teaching Artist - Visual Artist - Writer - Cartoonist

As a visual artist, Richard Jenkins is focused on finding and creating meaning though narrative imagery. Early in his childhood, he developed a fascination with drawing and stories, being especially fond of illustrated storybooks and comics. This passion for visual storytelling continued well into his college education. After earning his... More

Ronald Jensen

Poet - Storyteller

I work in an elementary school library, and I like to read stories to the kids there. I've also read at a Summer Reading Club for Kids and at a Story Time at a local park. Last winter I told a story at the Clearfeld Stortelling Festival, and I'm planning... More

Nancy Jensen

Actor - Musician

I am a founding member of the “Sagebrush Players Community Theater” in Evanston, Wyoming and upon moving to Salt Lake worked for about 18 years with City Rep (The Children’s Theatre of Salt Lake) working both as a Stage Manager and on stage. Some of my favorite rolls include Aunt... More

Sandy Jensen

Actor

Sandy Thuy Jensen Sandy studied theatre at the SLCC and the U of U. In 1994 she opened the Off Broadway Theatre in Salt Lake with her husband, Eric and some partners, where they helped create “Quick Wits” an improv comedy troupe and later changed their troupe’s name to “Laughing... More

Kimberly Johnson

Poet

Kimberly Johnson is the author of two collections of poetry, Leviathan with a Hook and A Metaphorical God (Persea Books, 2002 and 2008), and of a translation of Virgil's Georgics (Penguin Classics, 2009). Her poetry, translations, and scholarly essays have appeared widely in publications including The New Yorker, Slate, The... More

Richard Johnson

UAC Teaching Artist - Visual Artist

Richard earned his MFA in sculpture from the University of Iowa and resides in Jerome, Arizona (population 500). In Jerome, it is not uncommon to see a parade of children heading down the streets featuring masks and large sculptures created by his students in the Jerome Kids' Art Workshop, which... More

Sally Johnson

Director - Musician - Producer - Singer - Writer

Owner/Agent at Green Light Booking and Talent Management Live Music and Events Consultant for Concerts, Corporate Events, Weddings, Fairs, Festivals, Holiday Parties

Melody Jean Johnson

Visual Artist - Writer

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Doug Johnson

Writer

Author of a number of books and screenwriter with 12 projects in development and one being produced.

Mary Johnston-Coursey

Dancer - UAC Teaching Artist

Mary Johnston-Coursey has taught, choreographed and performed since 1987. She has been on the faculties of the University of Utah, Utah State University, Columbia College Dance Center, MoMing Dance and Art Center, and The School. Residencies and choreographic commissions have taken her across the country, as well as to Costa... More

D Jones

Poet - Writer

Hello. I am a poet and writer who lives in the Salt Lake City Area. While I have always loved reading the poems of E.E. Cummings, Wallace Stevens, Robert Frost and others, I did not begin writing poems (or even think about writing poems) until my late 30s. I wrote... More

Sarinda Jones

UAC Teaching Artist - Visual Artist

Sarinda Jones currently lives in Salt Lake City, Utah. Sarinda’s minimalist approach gives her kilnformed work a contemporary feel and illuminates the simple beauty of glass. Her work is collected nationally and frequently commissioned. Sarinda studied art history, photography, ceramics and fine art. Sarinda’s 2003 Pilchuck admission was based on... More

Serena Kanig Benish

Musician - Singer - UAC Teaching Artist

Serena Kanig studied voice and performed in New York City and throughout the Northeast before returning to her native Utah. She has been a soloist with orchestras and chamber groups, performing oratorios, concerts and recitals, as well as in operas and opera scenes and musicals. Serena was graduated with a... More

Erin Kaser Romero

Choreographer - Dancer - Filmmaker - UAC Teaching Artist

Erin Romero is always inspired by the creative genius of children and believes that everyone can tap into their own experiences to challenge their creative voice. She started dancing in Colorado and chose to study dance in the Department of Modern Dance at the University of Utah. While completing her... More

Mary Kaye

Singer

Mary Kaye is a singer/songwriter who brings the people and the stories of the West alive at venues all over the country. She is a nominee for Female Vocalist of the Year in the Western Music Association and the Academy of Western Artists. Her brand of western music has created... More

Frank Keele

Photographer

Frank M. Keele is a native of Utah and lives in Payson amidst the scenic Wasatch mountains. His love of nature and passion for photography have merged into a creative endeavor that takes him all over the state and beyond. After 30 years as a cabinet maker and custom wood... More

Annie Kennedy

Visual Artist

Annie Kennedy (b. 1979) was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. The youngest of six children, both of her parents are converts to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Annie attended Rhode Island School of Design, in Providence, Rhode Island, spending a year studying in... More

John Kessler

Actor - Director

John Kessler is in the witness protection program so this may or may not be his real name. Since going into hiding John has acted in over 20 productions and directed over 10. John has served on various boards of St. George Musical Theater and as Chairman of the Artistic... More

Bev Keyes

Owner and art director of Atelier Childrens Art School in Cottonwood Heights. Creator of "Draw the Music" in conjunction with the Salt Lake Symphony. Adjunct instructor at Salt Lake Community College. Accomplished Portrait Artist. Sponsored the Childrens Art Yard at the Butlerville Days Celebration.

Bryan Kido

I am a 24 year old Japanese American actor. Just graduated the University of Utah Actor Training Program for a BFA in Theatre. I participated in a number of student shows at the Babcock Theatre and Studio 115. Currently, I a have been cast as Ken in a two person... More

MiYoung Kim

UAC Teaching Artist - Visual Artist

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Michael King

Musician - Singer - Band

"Legends of Classic Country Tribute Show".A 90 minute tribute to country artist such as Merle Haggard,Tammy Wynette,George Jones,Pattsy Cline and others.

Kait Kingston-Eckman

Composer - Musician - Singer

Kait Kingston-Eckman (owner of The Performer Studio) is a professional voice and performance coach and a singer/songwriter/recording artist. Kait worked for several years in Los Angeles as a professional coach, recording artist and performed as a lead singer in many bands. Kait's vocal technique comes from her own training with... More

Susan Kirby

Visual Artist

I am a self-taught artist. I paint personal subjects, family, friends, animals and myself. I became inspired to be a painter while living in Paris. I also enjoy the inspiration I find in Mexico.