Quilts in the round

Kaye Evans of Ogden loves quilts, all right. So much so that she hatched an extensive round robin network of quilters-- from artists in Arizona, Californa, Idaho, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming -- who sent her blocks she assembled and bound. The end result, a beguiling array of scenes and colors, is on display in "Tribute to Friendship: Quilting Round Robin," at the Brigham City Museum-Gallery.

When » Through Feb. 4. Museum hours are Tuesday to Friday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Closed Dec. 25 and 26.

Where » 24 N. 300 West, Brigham City

Info » Free. Call 435-723-6769 for more information.

All in one sitting

At first glance, the paintings of Daniel Ochoa look a lot like those of the British artist Francis Bacon, but with a lot more light and fresh air. It's their intricacy of surface, however, that give Ochoa's paintings the promise of a master painter in the making. His new series of paintings, "The Cuarto," is comprised of large-scale portraits and figures of a sitting person. If that sounds dull, don't be fooled. Each contains enough vigorous angles of observation and bracing technique to offer real heft and punch. This is a not to be missed exhibition.

When » Dec. 30-Jan. 26. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where » Julie Nester Gallery, 1280 Iron Horse Drive, Park City

Info » Free. Call 435-649-7855 or visit www.julienestergallery.com

Letting the dogs out

Five years ago, the artists' theme for this Park City benefit was the moose. This year's auction -- a benefit for the Park City Performing Arts Foundation, Friends of Animals and Mountain Trails Foundation -- has gone to the dogs. "The Dogs of Bark City" gathers 36 dog sculptures in three different sizes to auction them off during a gala at St. Regis Resort. Participating artists include Marin Abell, Khelly Agee, Leslie Howa, Mark Huber, Stacy Phillips, Roger Whiting and Kristine Zanno.

When » Dec. 28, 5:30 p.m.

Where » 2300 Deer Valley Drive East, Park City

Info » Tickets are $150, which includes hors d'oeuvres and "celebratory beverages." Call 435-655-8252 for more information, or visit www.dogsofbarkcity.org.

'Residents on Display'

South Jordan's public arts and cultural development board presents a new program showcasing the art work of its residents, aptly titled "Residents on Display." The series, which showcases the works of South Jordan artists for six weeks, is on display at the Gale Center.

When » Through Jan. 12. Gallery hours are Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Where » 10300 S. Beckstead Lane, South Jordan

Info » Free. Call 801-254-3742 for more information.