(UWG) Art in Zion National Park

Applications due by December 15th

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Overview

Program Description:

Enjoy an immersive week in Zion National Park, where art and landscape come together in one of the most visually stunning environments in the country. You’ll spend your three days drawing, painting, and capturing the canyon through direct observation, working in daily plein air sessions that explore color, light, atmosphere, and composition. Mornings are for focused creative work, afternoons allow time to recharge and sketch, and evenings offer space to explore and experience the park alongside your classmates. With its massive cliffs, shifting desert light, and dramatic scenery, Zion becomes both your studio and your subject!

Tentative Dates: Summer Session III: June (Zion Trip Dates: June 14-18, 2027)

Contact: Clint Samples, csamples@westga.edu

For questions, please contact the Office of Education Abroad: goabroad@westga.edu.

Physical & Environmental Expectations

This program includes extensive walking and hiking throughout Zion National Park. Activities will take place outdoors and may involve steep and uneven terrain, changing weather conditions, and extended periods of standing and sitting while drawing and painting.

Students accepted into the program who anticipate the need for accomodations are encouraged to contact Accessibility Services and the program director as early as possible to discuss potential accommodations and accessibility needs prior to departure.

Location

Mailing Address:
Zion National Park
1 Zion Park Blvd.
Springdale, UT 84767

Phone: (435) 772-3256

Emergencies: 911

Academics

Courses:

  • ART 4985

Costs and Scholarships

Tentative Program Cost: $2,350

Estimated Guaranteed Scholarship: $800

Application and non-refundable $500 deposit: December 15th

  • 1st payment: $1,000 due February 22nd
  • 2nd payment: $850 due March 31st

Additional Costs:

  • UWG Tuition (paid separately - financial aid can be used)
  • Art Supplies: $75 +/-
    Additional meals: $150-$175 for additional meals during the trip. 
    Hiking the Narrows: Renting Waterproof Shoes and Socks: $50 (Optional)
    Souvenirs: $50 (optional)
    $350 total

Important Notes:

Program spots are generally first-come first-serve. The non-refundable deposit will secure your spot in the program, but if you are not accepted for any reason, then you will be reimbursed. Refunds will not be issued if you withdraw from the program at any point.

Lack of visa/passport may result in complete loss of program fee

For questions, contact: goabroad@westga.edu