Welcome to the cool, brisk air, mellow sunlight, and glowing fall colors of October! It’s an energizing time of year for recreationists and artists alike, and Gallery Moab is full of colorful art to celebrate the mood of the season. Our cooperative gallery is owned and operated by a group of local artists who produce original fine art and artisan crafts in a variety of mediums, styles and prices. We are also a showcase for the wider range of talent to be found throughout our region. Each month a different artist with ties to the Four Corner brings new perspectives and a fresh look to the gallery as a special Guest Artist.

This month we are pleased to feature Keith W. Smith Jr. as our Guest Artist. Smith is a Dine’ (Navajo) artist based in Cortez Colorado, born and raised in Tuba City Arizona on the Navajo reservation. He introduces himself in the Dine’ tradition saying, “My clans are Honeycomb born for salt.”

Describing his artistic journey, he continues:
“I received my Bachelor’s in Fine Arts from Northern Arizona University in 1994 with an emphasis on painting/studio arts. My pieces have been shown locally and regionally and have been included in galleries, museums, and private collections. Many of my paintings have won awards in numerous shows that I have participated in throughout the years.
Currently my art pieces are stylistically combining impressionism, realism, and romanticism marked by vivid color. I work with a variety of mediums including oil, acrylics, watercolors, pen and ink and numerous drawing mediums.

My works are a representation of my heritage and traditional Dine’ life. I strive to be true to the past in my art and represent real life, while always remaining conscientious and respectful to Dine’ people. I attempt to give each painting a soul and feel privileged to share my view of my world with others.”

Meet Smith at a special reception on Tuesday, October 1, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Enjoy refreshments and a glimpse into a culture and world view deeply rooted in this land. Smith’s art will hang in the gallery throughout October.

The wide variety of art on display at Gallery Moab includes oil, acrylic, watercolor and pastel paintings, photography, cards, prints, ceramics, wood carvings, metal sculptures, fused glass, fabric creations and jewelry. We offer something to appeal to any taste and budget.

Open Sunday & Monday 12 – 3:00 p.m.;
Tuesday through Saturday 12 – 6:00 p.m.
One of the artists is always on hand to help you find that special gift or memento.

We look forward to your visit!

Call 435-220-0891 and we will gladly open by appointment during other hours.

Gallery Moab LCA • 59 South Main Street #1, Moab, Utah 84532 • 435-355-0024
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