Take a step into a creative imaginary world. "Magic on the sidewalk". Each spring artists, youth, families gather for this event, the Joy foundations Chalkart Festival held in Bountiful Utah.
One family sent this message to the organizers.
"We come to the art festival each year to watch the excitement in our children's eyes. Seeing them as their imaginations open to worlds unknown and to possibilities for their future. I'll never forget the the first time we came and one of our kids said, I stand here on this street and feel like I am in a storybook. I didn't know there were places like this."
Artists from around the western United States participate in the wonderful program. sharing their talents an abilities. But you don't have to be a professional to participate. Anyone with the time and energy (and willing to put your knees and back into it) can participate in this exciting event. You can contact the Joy Foundation for information on how you can express yourself. It's interesting that individuals would spend so much time to put their talents down on a piece of concrete that will ultimately be washed away with the first rain storm that come along. Of course you don't have to draw something with chalk to enjoy this event.
The Joy foundation is running a kickstarter Campaign and would appreciate any support you can give.
You can also show your support by purchasing an event tee shirt. all proceeds go directly to the Joy foundation which is a 501c3 organization. heres the link for the Tee shirt Magic on the sidewalk
One artist put this into perspective for us.
"I come to the chalk art festival to create a momentary expression. It doesn't bother me that my art may only last for the weekend or maybe less if we have rain. What is important is that I have given a momentary glimps into my emotion and the way I see the world, and perhaps inspired someone else along the way."
So come one come all, let your imaginations run wild even if its just for a few short hours.
Bravehaven
