There was a slight chill in the air as the artists bustled about, gathering their things, intensely preparing for a long day full of chalk dust and sun.  

Large squares filled with grids and sketches lined the street, ready for an artist to transform the space into a magical little world of vibrant color.

As one walked down the row of the multitude of beautifully creative individuals, one couldn’t help but stand in awe and amazement of the beauty of these creations.

Laying on the asphalt and feeling right at home in their medium.  Pastel and chalk dust smeared on the cheeks and skin.  No one noticing or even caring.  It was all about the moment, the art, the masterpiece in making.

The appreciation and respect that each individual had for not only their own space and art but for their neighbors as well was a beautiful sight.  

This past Saturday and Sunday, October 11th and 12th, 2008, Via Arte was at the Marketplace once more.  This time celebrating their 10th anniversary.  If you missed it, you missed a spectacular sight.  The colors were amazing.  I didn’t know that chalk could be that deep, that vibrant.  It was amazing to watch as each artist paid close attention to the smallest of details.  I’m sad that we were not able to go back on Sunday afternoon to see the finished pieces but I know that they were out of this world.  

Here are a few photos that we were able to get early Saturday morning.  Thank you to all who blessed us with your talents and thank you to those that allowed us to take your photo and post them here on our blog.  :)  We truly enjoyed your art and wish you the best of luck in your futures as artists.  Feel free to download these web photos to your computers.  If you would like higher resolution photos, please email me and I would be happy to send you a printable copy.  (Click on the photos for a larger view)

Thanks for taking the time to visit!  Have a GREAT and BLESSED day!

~Marsha