You can Talk the Talk, but can you Chalk the Chalk?

Chau Le, Editor|September 21, 2016

The Luna Park Chalk Art Festival celebrated its 9th anniversary on Saturday, September 17th. This annual festival hosted a variety of artists, vendors, and musicians for a day of fun at Backesto Park.

Many artists were veterans who had displayed their work at the festivals in years past, while others were fresh faces on the chalk art scene. Groups like San Jose Taiko and Trader Joe’s were among those who made repeat appearances this year.

Trader Joe's employees work on their chalk art mural (Jackie Vi/Lincoln Lion Tales)
Trader Joe’s employees work on their chalk art mural (Jackie Vi/for Lincoln Lion Tales)
Lotus art by San Jose Taiko (Jackie Vi/Lincoln Lion Tales)
Lotus art by San Jose Taiko (Jackie Vi/for Lincoln Lion Tales)

This year, over 150 pieces of art were featured, and a select few creators were highlighted as Inspiring Artists. Stunning multi-color works lined the sidewalk, and festival-goers were able to walk through this huge display, interacting with the artists themselves.

Artwork by Christina Medina (Jackie Vi/Lincoln Lion Tales)
Artwork by Christina Medina (Jackie Vi/for Lincoln Lion Tales)
A portrait of Jack Skellington created by Johnny Niblock (Jackie Vi/Lincoln Lion Tales)
A portrait of Jack Skellington created by Johnny Niblock (Jackie Vi/for Lincoln Lion Tales)
Artist Cheryl Renshaw begins coloring her project (Jackie Vi/Lincoln Lion Tales)
Artist Cheryl Renshaw begins coloring her project (Jackie Vi/for Lincoln Lion Tales)
A piece by 2016 Inspiring Artist Lacey Bryant (Jackie Vi/Lincoln Lion Tales)
A piece by 2016 Inspiring Artist Lacey Bryant (Jackie Vi/for Lincoln Lion Tales)

Even Lincoln’s very own National Art Honor Society participated in this event, creating a piece for KKUP 91.5, a local radio station.

Lincoln's NAHS students near completion on their chalk mural (Jackie Vi/Lincoln Lion Tales)
Lincoln’s NAHS students near completion on their chalk mural (Jackie Vi/for Lincoln Lion Tales)

For more information on this event, check out the official website for the Luna Park Chalk Festival, and make sure to mark your calendars for next year’s festival, which will take place on Saturday, September 16, 2017!