It's a gem. Something about this place reminds me of my college days in Tokyo. The little alleyway…read moreon the side of the building, the windows, the awnings, the door... I was in a deja vu trance! Everything in this gallery/art supply store is sweet and lovely. Their contemporary art collections are beautifully presented. People are very nice. This is another place that makes me wish we lived in SLC. Joining the gallery crawl would be amazing.

I originally came here to observe some of the photographs for my photography class, and ended up…read morefalling in love with this place! The atmosphere is lovely and peaceful, with different rooms showcasing the beautiful works of art. This is a wonderful gallery for those who appreciate true art in its many mediums.

When planning our visit in SLC, it was my wife's idea to check out Dreamscapes. You can either…read morepurchase tickets online or in person. I thought it was best to purchase in person, just in case we were late and not knowing how the parking would effect our arrival. Luckily there was parking near there, but only paid $3.50 an hr to park, so might as well. I figured it may take us about an hour to explore Dreamscapes. I saw the sign in the front of there store to scan and purchase tickets on your phone. The lady when over a few rules and procedure. We really had a fun and enjoyable time filled with laughter. The creativity and unique concept gave each room an amazing experience. Plenty of photo ops you could think of which made it interesting. If you have a weird but artistic imagination, I believe you will enjoy Dreamscapes.

Dreamscapes is a really creative and unique concept, like a haunted house without the scares, full…read moreof winding rooms and unexpected moments. With its strong emphasis on recycling and reuse, some parts do feel a bit like a large-scale craft project, but there's still plenty of charm, wonder, and imagination throughout. Visiting with the Salt Lake Connect Pass made it an especially worthwhile experience.

We were in Salt Lake City for a multi-day medical appointments, and we had a couple hours here and…read morethere to kill. And of course it was hot, so I wanted to do something mellow indoors. Have been to all the museums in the area already, so I decided to do art gallery hopping. I was recommended this place by a friend, so I went. What a beautiful gallery! It's airy, spacious, elegant, but not stuffy. I was fortunate to catch their summer group show for its final week, and also found a new favorite artist. What was so wonderful about this place is the people. Ana, with whom I really enjoyed talking, is kind, genuinely nice, and knowledgeable. I ended up returning there the next day with husband (yes I loved the place that much), and got to talk to their staff framer and exchanged our experiences framing pastel paintings. This happens very rarely. I wish I lived in SLC! This has become my favorite art gallery in the US.

The best selection of frame choices I have found. Some are just so unique and so hard to choose…read morejust one. Great place to use your creative power to create a one of a kind piece. I wish I had more room for more art.

A little bit of paradise in Utah. I was looking for some things to do in the downtown Salt Lake…read moreCity area during our vacation when I spotted Hawaii Fluid Art at random. I thought this would be a great activity for my LTP and I to do, so I booked a reservation online. We live in Nevada, and their website mentioned that it would take a few days for the artwork to dry completely, hence the fluid art in their name. We were going home the day after the class and we would not be back in time to pick it up, and luckily for us, it was feasible for them to ship our canvas back to us. I think they said that we would get our finished paintings in about a week and a half. I booked for 5/29/26 at 5:00pm and chose to do a small canvas ($65/person plus other fees). Depending on what you're doing and how big your canvas is, it can get messy, so make sure to pack some clothes that you don't mind getting paint on. We packed some shirts that we didn't mind getting paint on, but to be fair, it really didn't get all that messy since our canvases were so small, so it's ok. One thing that I really liked is that we were the only people in the entire class, so this basically was a private session for us. We were asked to choose three or four pint colors of our choice, which was easy for me at least. The first thing we were instructed to do was pour white paint on our canvas and cover it completely by moving it around with our bare hands or by moving the canvas around using the pegs on the bottom. Once we emptied out the cup of white paint, we were shown a technique in which they call the 'blurp blurp' technique, where you pour your colors of choice into the empty cup one at a time for two seconds until they're all mixed in together. Before pouring our colors onto the canvas, we got to decide which design to use based on other designs that were made in the past. What I did on my canvas was pour my paint across the canvas and used the rest of my paint to make some lines from top to bottom and then move the canvas around to cover the white paint up, although some white splotches appeared later on, which is a normal thing to happen. The finishing touch was glitter, which we sprinkled around our canvas like salt. The glitter made our canvases even better. They came out really well and we can't wait to see them when they arrive at my front door or mailbox, depending on what shipping service they use to ship our canvases back. This class was short but sweet. We had a lot of fun here trying out something new.

Are you a creative type...someone that likes to make art? Whether you answer yes or no, Hawaii…read moreFluid Art is perfect for you. It doesn't take any artistic ability, but if you do have such a trait, you can put it to use here as well. What I'm saying is that anyone can enjoy this place-and you should! First, you select the size of canvass that you want to paint. Then, you select up to five paint colors. There are lots to choose from and you can walk around the gallery to see other art and get some inspiration. Depending on what style you like, you'll be guided by a friendly staff member on how to pour your paint onto the canvass and then tilt it in a way that will achieve your desired outcome. It's a fun process and a bit mesmerizing to watch. For an extra fee, they can add resin to the finished piece, which will make it shiny. It certainly makes the colors pop and I'd recommend it. My only complaint is the price. Sure, you're making a one of a kind work of art. But the price point is steep and will certainly eliminate some people from participating. But if you can swing it, I'd recommend you save your pennies and give it a go.

So the girlfriend and I spent Christmas in Salt Lake City, and because we had so much free time, we…read morewent to check out this place, and I am glad we did. We had so much fun and it's certainly a place to take the family. The staff are truly amazing and always willing to help take photos and explain the illusion if you can't quite figure it out. One of the things I highly recommend is walking through this rotating tunnel. If you ever wanted to know what it feels like when your vestibular system is disrupted, this will do it. You could literally spend an entire day in this place. I highly recommend you check them out, and when you do, tell'em Drew sent ya! Y'all be easy now! Drew

This is a fun place for kids and adults. Downs: bathroom is…read morehalfway through business. They don't have a phone number on their site to call the location Ups: Illusions galore and explainations to accompany them. These magicians tell their secrets and help you be part of it. They have helpful, patient staff to take pictures accomplishing the illusions. One room has several "mini games." I think the pros win. We were able to get in free with the PBS adventure pass and I got in free as a teacher.

How does this art venue not have enough reviews?!…read more I attended an opening night of an art exhibit here and completely underestimated how amazing it would be. The space is huge with multiple rooms showcasing incredible art--plus an upstairs installation, books, and jewelry for sale. Some rooms even had artists working on their pieces, which was really cool to see. The event had such a great vibe with live music, food trucks, and an energetic crowd. I also loved the venue itself--spacious, well-organized, and plenty of parking outside. As an art lover, this was such a fun experience. I'll definitely be back for future events :)

Great local spot. They have different artists every few months! Honestly some of the most unique…read moreand local artists I have seen in a while. I haven't been to a gallery since the pandemic and it was really refreshing to just walk around and look at art. They also have an amazing upstairs that has merchandise like books, smaller art pieces, etc. Define worth getting on the e-mail list.

What a cool gallery! There are a bunch of different artists' work on display. Various mediums and…read moresizes and styles and price ranges. Currently there's an exhibition with artists decorating skate decks. I didn't attend, but they have art classes and other community events that would make for a great evening - whether alone, with friends or as a date.

Local art! I love that this is located at the Gateway-a place that embraces art and incorporates it…read moreinto every space. Having a dedicated gallery is so appropriate and fitting! There is no cover charge and this is more of a shop than a gallery, really. Everything is for sale and there is a variety of one-of-a-kind pieces as well as some that are produced in mass (t-shirts, etc.) There's a little something here for everyone. Like with most art, everything here won't appeal to every person. Go and browse-some items may speak to you while others do not. That's ok! That's what makes it artistic. The space is large and not cluttered. I felt like there could be even more. But not so much that it becomes too boutique-y and crowded. I look forward to returning occasionally to see if they rotate out any of the inventory/exhibits. It's like a year-round art show!

BoxCar is one of those "hidden gems" that you may not even know exists. I thought I knew everything…read morethere is to know about Salt Lake City, but boy was I wrong. How did I not know such an awesome place exists? For one, it can be difficult to find--especially at night. Either it was dark and I suck at seeing (both of those are very true but shhhhh), or it really is THAT hard to find. BoxCar is incredible but can almost be overwhelming because there is SO MUCH stuff in there. I believe it is a warehouse with about 30,000 square feet but there is definitely 40,000 square feet of things in there...but that is also the beauty of it. The artists are able to turn anything into something; there is patterns, there is abstract work, there is EVERYTHING. They have some cute animals that roam the building every once in a while and the people are all friendly--it feels like a family. My favorite art piece at Box Car was the stack of TVs. It was like nothing I have ever seen before and I just found it fascinating that they were able to come up with such a unique design. The highlight of my trip at Box Car was without a doubt, the light show. How freaking cool?! I can't imagine how much work it took. They had so many awesome elements during the light show as well including the water, wind and sounds. It was not just lights. They also had an awesome display at the front of the room. I just cannot imagine how much work goes into that light show and it is one of the coolest things I have ever experienced. I would go back to BoxCar just for the light show!

I visited BoxCar studios a few weeks ago and haven't stopped thinking about it since. BoxCar…read moreStudios is a place that fosters a community for artists by creating an environment where everything belongs. The studio is whimsically eclectic and wildly fascinating. Wandering around the studio  invoked a childlike wonder and deep sense of curiosity in me that I haven't connected with in years. Their careful collection of so many things I never knew existed combined with other things I was able to get reacquainted with felt like an "I Spy" book come to life and I was absolutely in awe of their thoughtful curation every second of my visit. The environment feels like the best fever dream you've ever been in where you're transported to a collection of attics of the coolest people you've ever known combined with a workshop, a tattoo parlor,  a bar, and an antique store. What I love most about this place is the community they've created that has an underlying notion and bold notion of making sure everything and everyone belongs. Every single person I met was interesting, welcoming, and genuine.  Essentially, BoxCar is a place that demonstrates a tangibility to the idea that just because something is discarded by one person, doesn't mean it's not valuable to another. I felt like I entered a different and more magical world in a different time, taking my mind off anything else that seemed pressing in my life. This place isn't trendy and not everyone will enjoy it,  but if you love originality and character, this is the place. I found it insanely cool and I could not have possibly enjoyed my time more.