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Week 2: Art Inspired by Found Objects with Jim McGee

  • Workshop SLC 153 2100 South South Salt Lake, UT, 84115 United States (map)

Date: Wednesday, January 12th, 2022

Times: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Cost: $45




Class Description

In this class students will create a series of works inspired by found objects. Students find beauty and meaning in objects that may otherwise be overlooked by incorporating them into their art.  This is an excellent class to jumpstart your creativity and produce some unique pages in your journal.


Supply List

  • Sketchbook of your choice

  • Pencil

  • Micron or sharpie pen (fine tip)

  • Eraser

  • Colored pencil or watercolor

  • Paints of your choice

  • *Please feel free to bring any other supplies you would like to use

  • Found objects


The Instructor

Jim McGee was born in Philadelphia where his interest in art started at an early age. He received a BFA in Illustration from the University of the Arts in 2001 before moving to Salt Lake City to pursue an MFA in painting from the University of Utah. Jim has been a professional artist for 20 years, exhibiting his work in galleries and museums, as well as receiving numerous commissions, grants, and awards. 

In addition to making art, McGee has been teaching art for over 15 years. He has taught drawing and painting at the University of Utah as well as visual arts at Juan Diego Catholic High School, where he also served as department chair and Visual Arts Director.

When he’s not creating art, Jim enjoys traveling, cycling, being outdoors, and Italian cooking. He currently lives in Holladay, Utah with his wife Brooke, and son Louie.

Earlier Event: January 11
Oil Painting with Susan Jarvis