Source: KSL.com

Whimsical winter-themed works of art by local artists are adorning windows in downtown Salt Lake City at The Gateway.

“My hope is people feel happiness, joy and a sense of wonder because of the display,” Hooper, Weber County, artist Beatriz Killpack said.

Artists were chosen by The Art Shop Project for six installations in windows along Rio Grande Street based on the theme “Winter Hues.” As part of the Salt Lake City Gallery Art Stroll, the artists will be available for meet and greets every third Friday through February while the artworks are on display.

“Our goal is to showcase wondrous works of art that radiate with color to enhance and brighten The Gateway during the winter season,” said Julissa Breslin, The Gateway’s marketing director. The “innovative” designs bring “vibrancy” to the season and takes advantage of Salt Lake City’s “dynamic arts scene,” she said.

Killpack said she has always been a fan of Van Gogh, so she wanted to create a wintry “Starry Night” over Salt Lake City. Using all recycled materials, she constructed her 3D masterpiece out of paper mache, wrapping paper, old shipping boxes, lights, paint, cardboard, styrofoam and more.