The Southern Utah Art Guild has announced a series of upcoming creative events for November, including a large-scale exhibition at the Red Cliff Gallery and a featured artist showcase at Arrowhead Gallery. The scheduled programming includes a professional seminar for art business and several community networking opportunities for local creators.
Artist Favorites Exhibition Details
The Artist Favorites show is scheduled to run from November 6 to December 17 at the Red Cliff Gallery, located at 220 N 200 E in St. George. According to 435locals.com, the exhibition will feature over 70 artists contributing a total of 175 works of art. The showcase is open to all Guild members and will not be judged, though the event will include a People's Choice award for first, second, and third place.
Gallery Access and Schedule
A reception for the Artist Favorites show is scheduled for Friday, November 6, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The Red Cliff Gallery maintains regular operating hours from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Saturdays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. While admission to all exhibits is free and open to the public, the gallery provides free parking next to the Commons Building.
Featured Artist Showcase
In addition to the large exhibition, Arrowhead Gallery has named Sharon Turley as its featured artist for November. Turley, who is originally from southeastern Idaho, studied art and history at Brigham Young University in Salt Lake City, Utah. According to 435locals.com, Turley has focused on her art after raising five children and supporting her husband's business, and she has previously exhibited her work at local venues such as Gallery 873 in Kayenta.
Arrowhead Gallery Offerings
The Arrowhead Gallery exhibit will showcase Turley's landscape artwork alongside 34 other artists. The gallery, located at 68 E Tabernacle in St. George, is open Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The gallery features a collection of local artists working in various mediums, including watercolor, oil, drawing, sculpture, and various sizes.
Professional Development Seminar
The Art Guild will also host the ART BIZ 2026 Seminar on Thursday, November 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This all-day workshop features a keynote address titled "MAKE ART MAKE A LIVING," delivered by art consultant Judith Christensen. The seminar includes portfolio reviews for attendees and several breakout sessions covering topics such as Website Essentials, Art Revenue Streams, The Long Game, and Let's Talk Taxes.
Artist Critique and Networking
Other community events include the Connect program, sponsored by the Utah Arts Alliance. This event provides opportunities for new, emerging, and established Utah artists to have their work critiqued by host Colleen Gianatiempo. Artists then vote on their top three choices. Yearly winners from this program are invited to attend the Connect Finals in Salt Lake City on December 4 to compete for cash prizes and connect with other artists.
Community Meetings and Clubs
The Guild's November calendar also features a Meet + Mingle event on November 17, alongside various specialized clubs including Photography, Collage, Watercolor, Drawing, and Urban Sketchers. The Guild's next general meeting is scheduled for November 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Social Hall, located at 212 Main Street.
