Dinner on Main 2026: Celebrating Our Live Art Award Winners
Four artists, one community-inspired theme, and a celebration of creativity in downtown St. George.
On September 17, 2026, four artists brought their creative talents to Main Street as part of the Dinner on Main Live Art Experience, coordinated by ART Provides.
Inspired by the theme “Gathering Together,” each artist created an original work while guests enjoyed an evening of community, conversation, and entertainment in downtown St. George.
From Main Street to City Hall
Following Dinner on Main, the completed artwork was exhibited at the St. George City Hall Atrium, September 21 through October 1, extending the experience beyond the event itself.
The four paintings were displayed on easels at the building's entrance, offering visitors an opportunity to appreciate the different artistic interpretations of the shared theme.
The four original works created during Dinner on Main 2026, displayed at St. George City Hall.
Celebrating Our Participating Artists
Each of the four participating artists brought a unique perspective to the theme “Gathering Together,” creating original artwork in front of the Dinner on Main audience.
We extend our sincere thanks to all four artists for sharing their time, talent, and creative process with our community. Their participation made this live art experience possible.
Explore the four completed works below.
Original works by Elizabeth Gunter and Jerome Quenneville, created during the Dinner on Main 2026 Live Art Experience and exhibited at St. George City Hall.
Original works by Rorie Tafoya and Brooke Zitting, created during the Dinner on Main 2026 Live Art Experience and exhibited at St. George City Hall.
Celebrating Our Award Winners
The exhibition concluded with recognition of two artists during a St. George City Council meeting.
Mayor's Award: Rorie Tafoya
Juror's Choice: Elizabeth Gunter
Both artists were honored for their contributions to the live art experience and their interpretations of the event's theme.
Dinner on Main 2026 award recognition at St. George City Council. Photo courtesy of the City of St. George.
Congratulations to Our 2026 Award Winners!
Mayor's Award: Rorie Tafoya
Juror's Choice: Elizabeth Gunter
Both artists were recognized for their contributions to the live art experience and their interpretations of the evening's theme.
We congratulate Rorie and Elizabeth, along with all four participating artists, for sharing their talents and helping transform a community gathering into an opportunity for artistic expression.
Art Beyond Gallery Walls
Dinner on Main reflects ART Provides' commitment to bringing art into everyday community spaces. By inviting artists to create in public, we offer opportunities for people to experience the creative process, engage in conversation, and connect through art.
A special thank you to the City of St. George, Mayor Jimmie Hughes, and the dedicated city staff, event organizers, and behind-the-scenes teams who helped make Dinner on Main possible. From coordinating the live art experience to showcasing the completed works at City Hall and recognizing our award winners, your support helped bring art and community together in a meaningful way.
We also extend our appreciation to all four participating artists for sharing their time, talent, and creativity, and to everyone who stopped to watch, connect, and celebrate the arts with us.
We look forward to continuing to create opportunities for art and community to come together throughout Southern Utah.