Friday, July 1, 2011

Sidewalk Chalk art

On July 30th, the Syracuse NewTimes is hosting a street painting festival. Anyone can enter and I think that I might give it a try. I have not drawn on the sidewalk with chalk since I was a little kid. I think this is a bit of a challenge even for a painter - to try a new medium in front of a crowd. I don't think my landlord would like it if I practiced in our driveway so I'll be starting fresh at the event.

This got me thinking about the professional chalk artists who make the giant forced perspective images. I can't imagine someone spending so much time to create something that might not last as long as it took to create. I know that mine will not come close to theirs but it will be fun anyway.

Here are a few that I like. Beyond creating a beautifuul design these piecces are site specific and really fit into their surroundings.



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4 comments:

  1. AliJuly 3, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    Wow, That is quite impressive. Russ, you bring up a good point in that the art is temporary.

    I wonder how these drawings compare against other forms of art.

    Lastly, I think these artists follow the simplicity rule that was preached to us. Simple method, complex drawing.

    Thanks,

    Ali

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  2. KateJuly 4, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Russ, I've never really thought about the time that goes into creating these murals vs. the time that they exist. It's a great visual art!

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  3. ChrisJuly 5, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Wow, Russ! These images are crazy. I'm really impressed by the effort and creativity that must go into making sidewalk chart art.

    I would love to see what you created if you decided to enter!

    Chris Roth

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  4. John BugyiJuly 13, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    Wow their art work is amazing! So real, and giving the illusion that it is part of the sidewalk. I would like to check out that even tin Syracuse. If you do decide to enter let us know, would love to support a classmate and see your work if I can go.

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