NELSON MANDELA, HRH PRINCE CHARLES AND DALE CHIHULY AMONG
ARTWORK FEATURED AT THE WINTER ART SALON IN DEER VALLEY
ONE-OF-A-KIND INTERNATIONAL EVENT BENEFITS COMMUNITY ART CENTER
February 5, 2014 – Park City, Utah – On Friday, February 21st, Zions Bank and Stein
Eriksen Lodge will present The Winter Art Salon in Deer Valley to benefit the Kimball Art
Center. This remarkable weekend-long event features art Nelson Mandela created
recalling the time spent in his cell on Robben Island, glass sculptures from the legendary
Dale Chihuly, world-renowned abstract oil landscapes from Susan Swartz, and
watercolor pieces by HRH The Prince of Wales, and more.
Susan Swartz says she is thrilled to be showing her work among such talent. “Imagine
the jewelry of two world class jewelers, the sculpture of the world’s premier glass artist,
the lithographs of a talented prince, and the artistic legacy of one of the world’s greatest
leaders--brought together for a few days on top of our local mountain,” she explains.
“Also to have the opportunity to support the fantastic work and community service of the
Kimball Art Center is one I couldn’t pass up.”
Intimate Atmosphere with Global Galleries and Artists
Thanks to the Belgravia Gallery of London and the influential Holsten Galleries, these
rare pieces from Nelson Mandela, Dale Chihuly, and HRH The Prince of Wales will be
available for 3 days. Collectors can explore these along with world-class oil paintings,
jewelry, and sculptures available for purchase from prestigious artists Susan Swartz,
Linda Lee Johnson, and Alexandra Hart in an ambiance reminiscent of opulent Parisian
Salons from the 1800’s.
The Winter Art Salon Benefits Community Art Education
Funds raised from this premier event will be donated to the Kimball Art Center.
"The Winter Art Salon is an unparalleled cultural offering in the height of ski season that
ultimately benefits free art education and inspiring exhibitions in our community,”
explains Robin Marrouche, Kimball Art Center Executive Director. “We are committed to
providing the best exhibits and art curriculum imaginable to the students, residents, and
visitors of Park City and supporting this event helps us fulfill that commitment.”
“Zions Bank is pleased to partner on this unique and spectacular display of artistic
talent,” said Scott Anderson, President and CEO of Zions Bank. “We are particularly
pleased to extend our support of the Kimball Art Center and its free art education and
exhibits.”
The Winter Art Salon in Deer Valley
Location: Stein Eriksen Lodge/Olympic Ballroom
Dates & Times
Friday, February 21, 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 22, 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 23, 8:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Featured Artists
Dale Chihuly – Widely renowned as the world’s premier glass artist, Chihuly led the
movement to develop glass sculpture as a fine art. His work is included in more than
200 museum collections around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art, the
Louvre, and the Hokkaido Museum of Modern Art.
Alexandra Hart – Known for her fine jewelry design and metal sculpture, Alexandra
makes her
work from responsibly sourced precious metals and gemstones. She has designed for
Lagerfeld and Givenchy jewelry and works to promote the highest standards of quality
and business ethics in the luxury market.
Linda Lee Johnson – In the middle of a successful acting career she studied jewelry
making in NYC from 1984-88. Her first pieces were sold in all Tiffany and Company
stores in 1986 and today her jewelry is sold exclusively at Barney’s New York while her
sculptures are represented by the Kelley Roy Gallery.
Nelson Mandela – One of the greatest statesmen of the twentieth century, Nelson
Mandela also had a vision for using art to help underprivileged children around the
world. His drawings are accompanied by handwritten motivational texts that reflect his
personal philosophy of showing grace and conciliation, without neglecting the past.
Susan Swartz – Swartz explores landscapes through potent colors and richly layered
abstract paintings. Her art is in private and corporate collections worldwide, she serves
on the National Advisory Board of the National Museum of Women in the Arts, and she
paints in Park City, UT and Martha’s Vineyard, MA.
HRH The Prince of Wales – His Royal Highness captures the natural beauty of the
countryside in his watercolors from locations around the world. The Prince runs charities
and schools that advance the knowledge of the arts among children, communities, and
post-graduate students.
Event Presented By
Zions Bank and Stein Eriksen Lodge with additional support provided by Prudential Utah
Real Estate, Chin, MacQuoid, Flemming, Harris and Strong Porsche of Salt Lake.
For more information, interviews and /or photos, please contact Katie Eldridge at
katie@panicbuttonmedia.com or (435) 640-2554
The Kimball Art Center (KAC) is the heart of Park City’s historic and vibrant arts
community. It is a non-profit center for the arts, committed to engaging individuals of all
ages in diverse and inspiring experiences through education, exhibitions and events.
More information is available at
www.KimballArtCenter.org.
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