ART SHOW
Presented in conjunction with the Timpanogos Arts Foundation
and Timpanogos Visual Arts
Sponsored by Mayne Stream Media
Reception & Awards Ceremony Sponsored by TBD
Reception & Awards Ceremony Sponsored by TBD
Discover the creativity that makes our community extraordinary at the 2025 Steel Days Art Show! Join us at the American Fork Library (64 S. 100 E.) from Tuesday, July 21st through Saturday, July 25th as we celebrate the incredible artistic talent right here in our backyard. From paintings and photography to mixed media and more, this annual showcase highlights the passion, skill, and imagination of local artists of all ages.
Art Show Schedule
Art Registration Online: Opening soon through Friday, July 17
Art Drop-Off: Monday, July 20 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Show Open: Tuesday, July 21 from 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Show Open: Wednesday, July 22 from 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Show Open: Thursday, July 23 from 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Artist Reception & Awards: Thursday, July 23 at 6:00 p.m. (Robinson Park, 100 E. Main St.)
Art Show Open: Friday, July 24 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Show Open: Saturday, July 25 from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Pick-Up: Saturday, July 25 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (AF Library)
EXHIBITORS
Divisions
Entry Fees
Media Categories
Art Entry Rules
All Two-Dimensional Art
- Free and open to the public
- All local artists are invited to participate
Art Show Schedule
Art Registration Online: Opening soon through Friday, July 17
Art Drop-Off: Monday, July 20 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Show Open: Tuesday, July 21 from 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Show Open: Wednesday, July 22 from 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Show Open: Thursday, July 23 from 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Artist Reception & Awards: Thursday, July 23 at 6:00 p.m. (Robinson Park, 100 E. Main St.)
Art Show Open: Friday, July 24 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Show Open: Saturday, July 25 from 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (AF Library)
Art Pick-Up: Saturday, July 25 from 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (AF Library)
EXHIBITORS
Divisions
- Youth
- High School (ages 15-18)
- Junior High (ages 12-14)
- Intermediate (ages 9-11)
- Primary (ages 6-8)
- Kindergarten/Preschool (ages 3-5)
- Adult
- Experienced (professional artists with at least 5 years of experience)
- Novice (beginning artists)
Entry Fees
- Adults: $10 per entry
- Youth: $5 per entry
Media Categories
- Painting
- Oil
- Acrylic
- Watercolor
- Photography
- Mixed Media
- Two-dimensional work that includes two or more different mediums - chalk, paper, collage, paint, graphite, wire, fabric, etc.
- Drawing
- Digital Art
- Sculpture & Woodcarving, Ceramics
Art Entry Rules
- All participating artists need to register before Friday, July 17 at midnight
- Limit 3 entries per artist
All Two-Dimensional Art
- All 2-D artwork will be hung on display grids and must include 2 D-ring picture hangers and multifilament picture wire (diagrams 1 and 2) securely attached to the frame (NOT hung with monofilament wires, string, or hooks)
- All artwork on paper must be matted and covered with glass
- Artwork must not exceed 30x40 inches (including the frame)
- Entries must not exceed 25 pounds
- Any entry that does not have the correct wire hanger (diagram 3) will be disqualified to enter the show and the entry fee will be forfeited
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Diagram 3: Incorrect Hangers
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All Three-Dimensional and Conceptual Art
Awards: Local artists in the community will select the art for awards. Entries in the Youth and Adult Divisions may be awarded first, second, and third place ribbons with small cash awards in each category. Honorable mention awards may also be given. Special awards are "Best of Show," "Mayor's Choice," "Chamber of Commerce's Choice," "Friends of the Library's Choice," and "Timpanogos Arts Foundation’s Choice".
Artist Reception and Awards Ceremony: An artist reception and awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, July 23rd at 6:00 p.m. at Robinson Park (100 E. Main St.).
Art Release: Art release will be Saturday, July 25 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. All artwork not picked up during that time will be taken to the Art Center on 53 W. Main St., American Fork and be charged a $10 storage fee. Artwork left at the Art Center after 30 days will become the property of the Timpanogos Arts Foundation.
For questions about the 2026 Steel Days Art Show, please email the Steel Days Committee at [email protected] or the American Fork Visual Arts Program at [email protected].
- All 3-D and Conceptual Artwork should be self-standing or ready to hang
- All artwork must be stable
- Artwork must not exceed 36x72x36 inches
Awards: Local artists in the community will select the art for awards. Entries in the Youth and Adult Divisions may be awarded first, second, and third place ribbons with small cash awards in each category. Honorable mention awards may also be given. Special awards are "Best of Show," "Mayor's Choice," "Chamber of Commerce's Choice," "Friends of the Library's Choice," and "Timpanogos Arts Foundation’s Choice".
Artist Reception and Awards Ceremony: An artist reception and awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, July 23rd at 6:00 p.m. at Robinson Park (100 E. Main St.).
Art Release: Art release will be Saturday, July 25 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. All artwork not picked up during that time will be taken to the Art Center on 53 W. Main St., American Fork and be charged a $10 storage fee. Artwork left at the Art Center after 30 days will become the property of the Timpanogos Arts Foundation.
For questions about the 2026 Steel Days Art Show, please email the Steel Days Committee at [email protected] or the American Fork Visual Arts Program at [email protected].