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2015 ArtWalk Ventura Hits Town This Weekend

By Dave and Patricia Zumbrun

Real Estate Agent with The "Z" Team 4 RE, Inc.

July 16, 2015 05:04 AM

2015 ArtWalk Ventura hits town this weekend. If you like art in any way, shape or form, you need to come to Downtown Ventura on July 18th and 19th. You'll see the latest and greatest works of art from some of the most talented artists in our Ventura community and beyond.

What: 2015 ArtWalk Ventura
Where: Downtown Ventura
When: July 18 12pm to 8pm & July 19 12pm to 5pm
Contact: ArtWalk Ventura (805) 302-1660

2015 ArtWalk Ventura

The 2015 ArtWalk Ventura is one of the most popular events of its kind in the area. This year marks its 22nd anniversary. Thousands of people come from miles around just to be a part of ArtWalk. And it's run completely by volunteers.

Galleries, shops and art centers have opened their doors for the 2015 ArtWalk Ventura. Additionally, several PODS (Portable On Demand Storage) have been transformed into pop-up shops and galleries to showcase local artists. This year's Artist of Distinction is Michele Chapin. An arts activist for the last 30 years, Michele is a teacher as well as a sculptor. Stop by "The Avenue" to chat with this wonderful local talent.

The Bowl Hop is a treasured ArtWalk tradition. Local artists make and donate beautifully handcrafted bowls. Purchase one for $25. Then, take it with you to any participating restaurant this weekend (July 18 & 19). You will then be able to sample some of the best cuisine Ventura has to offer. All proceeds benefit the Project Understanding Food Pantry. Bowls are available for pre-sale at the Potter's Guild or at the 2015 ArtWalk Ventura. But, be aware. Bowls are limited. They run out quickly. Pre-sale is your best bet to grab one.

I'm sure you have heard that America finally lifted their embargo against Cuba earlier this year. To celebrate, artists have been creating a Havana to Ventura mural at 50 W Main St. Several artists have put hundreds of hours into working on this. They will finish things up over the 2015 ArtWalk Ventura weekend. Come watch them work.

For a complete guide to the 2015 ArtWalk Ventura events, please visit the ArtWalk's website here. Have you ever been to an ArtWalk in Ventura before? What is your favorite part? Please let us know in the comments below.