Calling artists of all ages! Visit Windmill Island Gardens next month on Saturday, July 11
from 9:30 am – 1:00 pm for the fourth annual Chalk the Walk event! Artists of all ages are invited to
spend the day creating artwork and decorating the park’s walkways with chalk creations, and can even
enjoy some free frozen treats! As part of the event, visitors can watch professional artist Hallie LeBlanc
of Abundance Mobile Art Studio create 6 large, vibrantly colored chalk pieces drawn live, all day long!
Visitors can bring their own chalk with them from home, or purchase some for just $1 during the event
while supplies last. All chalk drawings will remain on display as long as weather permits.
Abundance Mobile Art Studio consists of artist, Hallie LeBlanc, a Grand Rapids based traveling artist
ready for any creative idea. From live wedding paintings to murals to chalk art and even art classes, she
loves creating art and seeing client’s visions come to life!
“Chalk the Walk is one of my favorite events of the year.” Says LeBlanc. “I love to interact with people
and children, showing them how I create my art, inviting them to make their own, and even just
enjoying this beautiful garden together!”
For those artists craving a sweet treat in the summer heat, our friends from the Holland Police
Department will be here with the Polar Patrol handing out free ice cream for everyone during the event
from 11:00am – 1:00pm!
Regular admission rates of $13 for adults and $6 for ages 3-15 apply during Chalk the Walk with children
under 3 and Holland residents entering the park free with proof of residency. For more details on Chalk
the Walk and other upcoming events at Windmill Island Gardens, visit www.windmillisland.com.
Windmill Island Gardens is open daily from 9:30am – 6:00pm (last admission sold at 5:00pm) through
October.
