Photographer: John Barkiple
Ashikat Kitchen: CLC Craft Food
Middle Eastern pastries and desserts are of a different breed than the beloved sugar bombs that Western diners have come to enjoy—texture often takes precedent over sweetness. Hassan’s menu is based on bringing both worlds together to create something original. … read more
Softwire Synthesis: CLC DIY Engineer
Given the complicated appearance and high cost of modular synthesizers, many people who are interested in synths have to fantasize or sit in confusion in front of the knobs, wires and switches. Iden’s DIY Fest booth aims to subvert these barriers, offering demonstrations and trials of some of his synthesizers, giving curious minds some informed guidance. … read more
Hoofless: CLC Performer
The intimacy of acoustic instruments, Jean’s arresting vocals and the almost sacred quality of Hoofless’ music allow audiences to become enveloped in the sound and performance rather than merely to observe casually. … read more
Neuer Geist: CLC Artisan
Brighton and Derek Ballard both bring their artistic abilities to the table and join creative forces to create pieces like prints and patches, as well as menus and other graphic design gems, tailored for local businesses. … read more
Argentina’s Best Empanadas: CLC Craft Food
Based off of a little bit of encouragement, Valdemoros founded Argentina’s Best Empanadas, a cozy little spot just off 200 East in downtown Salt Lake—which just so happens to be celebrating its first anniversary this year. … read more
Laura Frisk Art: CLC Artisan
By depicting sweet creatures, whether it’s a fox, dragon or even a smiling ginger root, there’s certainly something anyone can connect with in Frisk’s shop. … read more
Copperhive Vintage: CLC Vintage Vendor
Jacqueline describes their aesthetic as “a kind of romance between mid-century, kitsch and oddities.” Copperhive got its start organically: When the Whitmores found that their personal collection was growing too large to contain. … read more
Rest 30 Records Video Game Division: CLC DIY Engineers
As one of the members of Joshua Payne Orchestra, David wanted to recreate the experience of playing with the band through Salt Lake’s forgotten places. … read more
Intra-Venus & the Cosmonauts: CLC Performers
Intra-Venus & the Cosmonauts twist together their influences to create quite the unique concoction of new wave and early, game-changing punk. … read more
Jef Doogie: CLC Performer
Jef Doogie is excited to be sharing the passion he has for his chosen trade and equally excited to witness that same passion exude from everyone else who will be participating. “Not only do I get the chance to share my craft, [but] it also gives me the opportunity to connect with and observe other folks doing what they love,” he says. … read more