Up to my elbows in sidewalk art
The Chalk Walk
Walking downtown today was an art lover’s dream. Main Street was full of artists on their sides, stomachs and elbows with pastels in their hands. They were creating a masterpiece on a concrete canvas at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art Chalk Walk.
I love art and have a history working with artists and talking with artists. As I was walking down the street, I noticed a lot of true talent and heard a lot of interesting stories. I saw pictures that look like it was professionally painted, not on a sidewalk. I haven’t seen a Chalk Walk of this enormity before and it was so cool. I hope it doesn’t rain *knock on desk* for a few days so the 200-something drawings will stay put.
The almost finished drawing of my icon, Marilyn Monroe in chalk.
The drawings are based off several themes decided by the museum and Chalk Walk committees. Among the themes decided was “Significant Women of the 20th Century.” There were several artists creating Marilyn Monroe in chalk on the ground. Whether they were pop art or more formal, my icon was created with dilligence. Other themes were based on depth of perception, Apollo 13 and Robison Park.
I think Larry Davis said it best when he told me this kind of event is perfect for artists who would like to showcase their work and be apart of the community.
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