Thursday, May 8 | 1-3 pm | Free

Looking for a place to meet fellow artists and learn new skills in Salt Lake City? Grab your sketchbook and head on over to a Drop-in Drawing Disco at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts! Join artist Samantha da Silva for a transformative workshop designed to unleash your creativity! Embrace innovative techniques using rollers, unconventional surfaces, and a variety of materials—like paint, plaster, and sand—to create stunning, textured abstracts.

Let go of fear and inner criticism in a supportive environment, where exploration and fun are key. No prior experience is needed—just bring your open mind and heart. Discover the fearless artist within and create something beautiful together!

Meet the Artist:

Samantha da Silva (1978) is a Brazilian-born artist based in Salt Lake City, UT. A third-generation artist, she has moved over forty times due to natural disasters and life changes, shaping her artistic journey. At age 10, she experienced a pivotal assimilation process that transformed her relationship with her surroundings.  

Her large-scale relief sculptures, resembling topographic maps and cracked earth, utilize found materials like dirt and sawdust, exploring themes of belonging, spirituality, mapmaking, and resourcefulness. 

As an educator, da Silva has taught across Canada, the U.S., Hawaii, and France. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Bravo TV, HGTV, and more.