Visiting Artist Program
The Art Studio & Gallery rotates its exhibits every four weeks, highlighting the work of Utah artists. On the first Saturday of each new exhibit, the artist will be in the studio demonstrating their creative process from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Additionally, we’ve expanded our Visiting Artist program throughout the resort to include a Quarterly Visiting Artist at the Spa and in the hallway between the General Store and the Deli.
Interested artists may submit a portfolio to the Art Studio & Gallery Manager for consideration at.
Kelly Crandall Smurthwaite
Kelly Crandall Smurthwaite is a lifelong artist and educator whose passion for creativity has inspired generations. Kelly grew up in Hawaii and her Art degrees are from BYU and a Masters from University of Hartford, CT. After teaching art in Connecticut public schools for 33 years-and earning the distinction of Connecticut Art Teacher of the Year twice -she now devotes her time to painting the landscapes she loves most. Her work celebrates the natural beauty of Utah's mountains and deserts, capturing the vivid colors, dramatic shadows, and quiet strength of the land. Kelly paints en plein air, embracing the light and atmosphere of the moment without chasing fleeting shadows, allowing her compositions to feel both grounded and alive. In addition to her three solo exhibitions and numerous group shows with fellow artists, she has also contributed to her communities through vibrant public art projects, including painted cows, dogs, musical instruments, and bus stops-each a joyful extension of her belief that art should be accessible and shared with all.
Artist demonstration will be from 12:30-4:30pm December 6th at the Art Stuido. Kelly's show will be up from the 6th of December to January 2nd.
