The Burbank Arts Festival is going on today and tomorrow (April 14 & 15th) from 10am-5pm on San Fernando Blvd. The street between Magnolia and Olive is full of artists, craftsmen, and their work. My favorite thing about these festivals is getting to talk with the artists about themselves and their work.
Jay Canterbury, pictured to the right with his photography, is here from Florida. He has been traveling around California setting up in various festivals and locations.
Jay's work is beautifully abstract, and yet he focuses on common items; a stop sign, a water tower, the side of a boat. His skillful eye captures fascinating compositions, which I consider quite painterly. Sometimes he has greatly enlarged a small portion of a larger picture to bring attention to its intrinsic splendor. Stop by to see him and take home a piece of his work.
Jay Canterbury, pictured to the right with his photography, is here from Florida. He has been traveling around California setting up in various festivals and locations.
Jay's work is beautifully abstract, and yet he focuses on common items; a stop sign, a water tower, the side of a boat. His skillful eye captures fascinating compositions, which I consider quite painterly. Sometimes he has greatly enlarged a small portion of a larger picture to bring attention to its intrinsic splendor. Stop by to see him and take home a piece of his work.
Among the many artists set up with their work available for sale, are the chalk artists creating temporary masterpieces for your pleasure and amazement. Pictured above is Burbank's own Randall Williams, an award winning artist, and quite a personable character. He is always willing to talk to everyone. It is a wonder that he is able to finish his amazing work!
I attended the festival early on Saturday while Burbank on Parade was taking place elsewhere, so the crowds were small and the eight chalk artists were just getting started as you can see a few in the pics below. Fortunately for everyone the weather is perfect after several days of rain. Beautiful downtown Burbank is the place to be!
I attended the festival early on Saturday while Burbank on Parade was taking place elsewhere, so the crowds were small and the eight chalk artists were just getting started as you can see a few in the pics below. Fortunately for everyone the weather is perfect after several days of rain. Beautiful downtown Burbank is the place to be!
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