Fall has arrived and its time to say goodbye to the outdoor art fairs for a while. I will admit that I am sorry to see these events to come to an end. I attended the last big art festival in my area a few weeks ago and it was great. Art festivals, in my way of thinking, are another way to share art with the public.
Outdoor art fairs are an enjoyable and easy way for many people to come together to enjoy art. There are plenty of art events held inside during the fall and winter months. I don’t believe the number in attendance is anywhere close to the number that attend outdoor events. When an art event is held outside, it seems more friendly and down to earth. A few years ago, a local museum held a “support the arts” event in the center of town during the lunch hour. It was not the most ideal day to have an outside event. I believe it was February and although we did not have snow it was lightly raining and chilly. Attendance was good.
I was amazed at the number of people who participated in this event. Of course, it was free and there were a few performing artists as well as speakers. It is hard to say whether this short event was popular because it was so unusual to experience the arts outdoors in the cold weather months or whether everyone was just eager for more “community” art.
I am hoping for a similar event this year-- if for no other reason than to have all art lovers, curiosity seekers and others to come together and experience art.
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