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WALK THE LIGHT ARTS FESTIVAL  |  JULY 30, 2011 


ABOUT

This Festival was a combined indoor/outdoor event that was held in the Historic Downtown Cedar Hill area from 4-10pm on July 30, 2011. There were 33 artists who participated and were placed in and around 20 downtown business establishments. (See the event program below for details.) We were honored to partner with the city of Cedar Hill and the members of their Main Street Development and Preservation Board to put on this event. Altogether with artists, attendees, staff & volunteers there were over 1,000 people in attendance. 

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VIDEOS

- Event Promo - 
- Artist Invite - 
- Event Recap - 

EVENT PROGRAM

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INTERACTIVE ART

Poetry Corner 

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We're proud to get our inspiration for this event's poetry corner from 
Austin Kleon, "a writer who draws". 
»www.austinkleon.com

How you'll make poems:
-Grab a newspaper & marker.
-Find an article you like.
-Black out words you don't need.
»www.newspaperblackout.com
(This station will be at White Rhino Coffee!) 

Inspiration Corner

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Go ahead: be inspired! 
We're providing you a plethora of books, magazines, and leaflets handpicked by our team to give you just the creative jolt you need for your next artistic endeavor! 

Dance Lessons

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We've taken over Stacia's Dance Studio with teachers {JR & Sue Netherland} & {Amy Repak} to bring you an unforgettable night full of swing, salsa, and 2-step dance lessons!
Lesson times: 
4:14, 5:45, 7:15, 8:30
(Might wanna buy some shoes.)

Mess Hall

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Yes, there will be some *slightly* messy outdoor activities: Giant bubble makers and a chalk wall for you to illustrate!
Want to bring your own fancy giant bubble maker? 
Pick one up here: 
»www.bubblething.com


VENUES

HOUSTON ST. OUTFITTERS |
[208 Houston St.]  |  www.hsoutfitters.com

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ARTISTS:
{Dani Jackson & Clint Young} Painting TOMS shoes!
{Traycie Burnet}
Food: Candy Bar! YUM!

CORNER SQUARE QUILTS | [702 Cedar St.]

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ARTISTS:

-There will be 4 live quilting demonstrations and interactive art opportunities at:
4:45, 6:30, 7:45, & 9:00PM

SIM'S GROCERS | [216 Houston St.]

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ARTISTS:
-The Cedar Hill Master Chorale and Wind Orchestra will be featured, along with an opportunity for you to sign up to join.
(Public restrooms for customers)

RUBIO'S PEANUTS-N-BASKETS | 
 [109-A S. Main St.]

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Think of it as a stall at the farmers market! 
See their review on CedarHillEats.com! 
(They'll be giving FREE samples at the event! YUM!)

CHRISTOPHER'S BBQ |  [107 S. Main St.]   | www.christopherbbq.com

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Delicious angus beef BBQ! They'll have the smoker going and an awesome "festival" special! 
(Public restrooms for customers)

REUNION TITLE | [701 Belt Line Rd.]

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ARTISTS:

{Marca Sue Delacera}
»www.marcasue.com


{Theresa Brooks}

SNOCONES ON THE SQUARE |
[109-B S. Main St.]

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Walk the Light has dubbed this the best sno-cone stand in TEXAS!

AUNT AGATHA'S ATTIC | [401 W. Belt Line]

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We love Aunt Agatha's antiques, and know you will too. Take a walk on the vintage side! 

SAM'S PIZZA | [601 Cedar St.]

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Best Italian food in Cedar Hill! 
(Public restrooms for customers)

KEVIN BOWENS PHOTOGRAPHY | 
[610 Cedar St.]  |   www.kevinbowens.com

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Renowned photographer, and studio owner, will be present!

BABE'S CHICKEN | [200 S. Main St.]   www.babeschicken.com

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Family style dining at its finest! (Before you go, be sure you know the words to the Hokey Pokey!)
(Public restrooms for customers)

ARTISAN'S CORNER | [109-C S. Main St.]  

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ARTISTS:

{Tom Terrell}  Bringing you his artisan talent of wood working. 

PIONEER PARK PAVILION

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ARTISTS:
{The Rebecca West}
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{The Background}
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»Find on iTunes

{Levi Corrao}

{Bus Seven}
»www.busseven.com
»Find on iTunes

{Dora}

»Find on YouTube

{Christine Hand}

PHILLIP'S LUMBER | [104 Broad St.]

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ARTISTS:
{Chris Galvin}
»www.bluelinecaricature.com

{J Leigh Photography}
»www.jleighphotoshoot.com

{Ryan Rushing}
»www.canyoudefinelove.com

{Ricky Montena}
AMENITIES: 
{Walk the Light Product Table}
Preview our merch:
»Online Merch Store

{City of Cedar Hill Booth}
You'll be able to get more info about the city, as well as sponsor activities!

{Public Restrooms}
{Free water bottles}

SWANKY CHICKS | [605 Cedar St.]

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ARTISTS:
{Kim Edwards}
»www.kimedwardsmusic.com

{LaSondra Spears}
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{Megan Henry}

»Find on Myspace

{Nancy Rodriguez}

WHITE RHINO COFFEE | [230 W. Belt Line Rd.]  |   »www.whiterhinocoffee.com

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ARTISTS:
{The Walla Recovery}
»www.thewallarecovery.com
»Find on NoiseTrade


{Evrick Henderson}

{Cameron Earnst}

»www.cameronearnst.com

VIRAJI'S SALON |  [411 Cedar St.]

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ARTISTS:
{Demetra & Tae}

$10 Makeover
$10 Facial 
$45 Special: Shampoo, Style, Makeup            »www.dynamicdesignsbydee.com


{William Hall}

»www.williamhallart.com



PROMO

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