In 1995 a group of artists (Lori Escalera, Lucy Blake-Elahi and Francois Bardol) came together with the idea of beautifying an ugly little section of the Ballona Creek bike path at Overland Avenue in Culver City (next to the library). Their vision encompassed involving local students to paint "postcards" to tell the history of the creek. Over the years this lovely mural has suffered the ravages of neglect, vandalism and graffiti (as you can see in the photo above).
On Sunday, April 19th, 2009, all the damage will begin to be reversed. And you can be part of this important project.
On Sunday you can assist with the drawing and prepping. Monday (20th) through Wednesday (22nd) you can help out with the actual painting.
Everyone is welcome to participate. You don't have to be an artist... just enthusiastic and willing. Bring your children, bring your grandparents!
For more information about the event and the story of the original mural, Lori has put together a great little movie and slide show. All can be found at http://www.thestreetpainter.com/CommunityArt/UPCOMING%21.html.
For more information about the event and the story of the original mural, Lori has put together a great little movie and slide show. All can be found at http://www.thestreetpainter.com/CommunityArt/UPCOMING%21.html.
See you there!
(photo copyright roslyn m wilkins)
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