Creative Opportunities for Creative People

UA&M serves as a catalyst, through programs, workshops, and curating resources that help artists and agencies network and collaborate.

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Competitions for Artists, Writers, and Students

Student and professional writers and artists find creative competitions that help them hone their skills and build audiences for their work.

Poetry Out Loud

This local, regional, and state recitation contest propels student winners to compete at the national level, encouraging youth to meet core educational standards and learn about great poetry through memorization and performance.

Utah Original Writing Competition

In this literary contest with a long history, Utah writers receive prizes and recognition for works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, selected by prominent out-of-state judges.

Statewide Annual Exhibition

This annual juried show showcases the work of contemporary Utah artists working in three rotating genres.

Resources for Artists, Writers, Designers

In this thoughtfully curated library of resources, Utah writers, artists, art agencies, and students can find submission calls and grant deadlines.

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Utah Artist Fellowship Program

Utah Artist Fellowships offer $5,000 awards to recognize the outstanding contributions of those who demonstrate exceptional creativity in their fields, including design arts, literary arts, performing arts, and visual arts. The fellowships offer vital support and recognition to empower artists to pursue their passions, explore new ideas, and enrich the state's cultural landscape.

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