2021 Art Contest Recap
Competition Overview
UTA is proud to announce the first My BeUTAHful Community Student Art Competition. Through this competition we want to give young people in Utah the opportunity to self-express through public art, be a visible part of the public transportation system, bring art to riders and the communities that we serve, and to celebrate and represent Utah communities in our service.
The 2021 theme was “Meet Your Neighbor".
Entries are encouraged to highlight the beauty and diversity of Utah’s communities and people.
Pieces were judged in four age categories:
1) Kindergarten – Second grade
2) Third grade – Sixth grade
3) Seventh grade – Ninth grade
4) Tenth grade – Twelfth grade
The winning artwork will be displayed on UTA buses and trains for one year, beginning in April 2021.
Winning artists will receive prizes, and will be able to see their artwork displayed prominently in the community. This project aims to empower youth expression and make art a more accessible feature of our communities. Youth can contribute greatly to community liveability and positive placemaking by participating in this program!
You can contact us with questions or comments at studentart@rideuta.com
2021 Winning Entries
My Neighborhood, Annabel Lee, Grade 12, South Jordan
COVID Greet, Samantha Garcia, Grade 12, West Bountiful
Meeting a Neighbor, Tyler Peterson, Grade 12, Provo
Meet Me at the Tree, Anna Beesley, Grade 9, Murray
Coming Together, Bella Franco, Grade 9, Millcreek
Meet Your Neighbor, Lucy Britsch, Grade 9, Hyde Park
Unity in My Community, Morgan Becker, Grade 8, Kaysville
Love is Contagious, Anastasia Ferrer, Grade 4, West Jordan
A BeUTAHful Place, Andrew Cheney, Grade 3, Farmington
The Friends, Millie Callahan, Grade 4, Centerville
Cultures, Bridge Rao, Grade 2, Salt Lake City
Up Up and Away!, Julia Drummond, Grade 2, Park City
Playing with Friends, Willem Marcellis, Grade 1, Magna
Virtual Gallery
We are so inspired by all of the artwork that was submitted by students from around the state of Utah. Check out our virtual gallery below to admire the entire artwork collection!
Moving Art Gallery
UTA has become a moving art gallery! All riders will have the chance to see the winning student artwork for an entire year. This art museum on wheels (and tracks!) is unique in the state of Utah, and offers students a special opportunity to display their talents to people all over the state.
Winning artwork bus wrap
Art Display at Sugar House Park
Partners
UTA is proud to partner with the following organizations for the My BeUTAHful Student Art Competition. We thank them for their support and for lending their expertise to this awesome opportunity!
Videos
Animated Introduction to My BeUTAHful Community Student Art Competition
UTA Employees Introduce My BeUTAHful Community Student Art Competition
Future Competitions
We're planning ahead for our next competition in 2023. Stay tuned for details and important dates!
