Via Colori in Columbus - A Street Painting Festival

Via Colori in Columbus is an awesome Street Painting Festival to celebrate an artistic journey.

This event is even more unique because these artists, both amateur and professional, donate their time to support the work of Children's Hospital.

If you have never seen street painting, you're in for a real treat! They make the streets come alive with their art and talent. Visions of beautiful things that look so real, you wouldn't know it wasn't!

The featured artist is Hani Hara from Columbus. He is an active volunteer in the art community. His work is widely exhibited throughout Central Ohio. He serves as a board member at the Ohio Art League. He has worked with many children and introduced arts to them through a program called "Short Roy."

Photo credit to Frank Neumann, Via Colori(r).

As in the days of the Renaissance where paintings of religious icons were painted at cathedrals, this is a modern day practice of that in the form of street painting.

Don't miss this two day event, which is free, that helps raise awareness and funds for Children's Hospital.

You'll find gourmet food, children's activities, entertainment and a Saturday Night Street party.

Dates: September 19th, 2009

Location: In and around Gay Street and Pearl Alley

For additional information, you can visit the official Website for Via Colori in Columbus for more information.

Please enjoy these photos from The Via Colori Festival in Columbus, Ohio.

Photo credits to Frank Neumann, Via Colori(r).