“Mountain Moon Sun + Salt” by Matt Monsoon

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Station bench in front of colorful artwork depicting a city skyline and mountains beneath a blue sky.

Station: SLCC–Taylorsville #2

Artwork's title: “Mountain Moon Sun + Salt”

Artist: Matt Monsoon

Medium: Mixed media on wood panel

SLCC-Taylorsville station artwork viewed through an MVX bus window.Description of the art piece: Inspired by Utah's iconic landscapes, "Mountain Moon Sun + Salt" celebrates the natural elements that define the region. Through bold color, layered imagery and flowing forms, the artwork brings together mountains, the sun, the moon and the Great Salt Lake to create a vibrant composition that reflects the beauty, energy and character of the Wasatch Front.

Artist's bio: Matt Monsoon is a Salt Lake City-based artist known for his murals, public sculptures and mixed media artwork found throughout Utah and the Intermountain West.

Matt Monsoon PortraitHis expressive style combines vibrant color, flowing lines and subtle details to create artwork that celebrates community, imagination and a sense of place.

Matt has completed more than 25 large-scale public murals and numerous public art commissions, including works for libraries, transit stations, schools and civic spaces across Utah. His work has received national recognition, including a Bronze Medal in the 2023 National Mural Awards for "The Migrant and the Moon" in Midvale. Find additional details about him and his work online.