Street painting – or street art – is an old type of art. In the 16th century artists began to draw on the pavement using chalk. Today, you can see street painting events everywhere. They attract many people who come to enjoy and take part in them. Many of them are free too. So join in and become an artist yourself!
One of the largest events in the United States is the Lake Worth Street Painting Festival. It began in 1994 and now occurs every February with the support of artists and volunteers. It is free for everyone. About 100,000 visitors come to enjoy it. About 600 artists work on the pavement to make the street a huge art gallery!