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Week 4: Personal Storytelling & Mixed Media with Jim McGee

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

Date: Wednesday, January 26th, 2022

Times: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Cost: $45




Class Description

Students will experiment with a variety of techniques and media, creating a story as they build up layers in their journal.


Supply List

  • Sketchbook of your choice

  • Pencil

  • Micron or sharpie pen (fine tip)

  • Eraser

  • Pens

  • Colored pencil or watercolor

  • Magazines

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


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.

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