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ArtWalk This Weekend posted on Wednesday, 23 April 2008

Now in its 24th year, San Diego’s highly anticipated ArtWalk festival is returning to downtown San Diego’s Little Italy neighborhood this weekend - April 26 and 27, 2008 from noon to 6 p.m. on both days.

By John Lincoln

ArtWalk features fine art from more than 400 California, Arizona and Mexico-based artists including painting, sculpture, glasswork and photography. And this year’s festival involves more live performances than ever before, presenting music and dance from a variety of San Diego’s bands and dance groups.

“ArtWalk has become a Spring ritual in San Diego. It’s a wonderful opportunity to re-connect with your favorite artists from previous years, and see how their work has evolved, said Sandi Cottrell, managing director for ArtWalk. “There will be many new artists in our palette this year, and we have been very excited about the variety and caliber of the work. So if your empty walls are calling out to you, ArtWalk is the place to be to discover how affordable it is to own original art!”

The free festival attracts more than 100,000 visitors each year, and gives people an opportunity to spend the day enjoying the sights, sounds and tastes of Little Italy and the event’s festive atmosphere while contributing over $1,000,000 into the local arts economy.

Just minutes from the well-known Gaslamp District and conveniently located within walking distance from the train and trolley stations, the event is easily accessible for both locals and visitors alike.

ArtWalk takes place over 14 city blocks with artists showcasing their artwork on East-West streets from Beech Street to Fir Street, with India and Kettner Boulevard as the main thoroughfares through the event.

Still wondering what to expect? Here are photos from last years ArtWalk:

Posted by John Lincoln