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One of the most colorful stretches of metro Phoenix is a tiny portion of Oak Street. Between 14th and 15th streets, the narrow thoroughfare is covered in murals of every color and style.
While the street is drivable, it shuts down once a year for the Oak Street Alley Mural Festival, a free neighborhood celebration.
On March 15, folks of all ages crowded the alley for a day of live mural painting, live music, DJs, vendors and fun. Participating artists included Baconcat, Antonio Rascon, Liv Barney, April Howland, Tszabo, Done4, Dyer, Enuf, Yukue, Cogs and Vyal. Musical performances were provided by Royal Echo, Thee MadCaps, Rad Staey, Soley Duncan, Instagon, Mato Wayuhi, Ekoe, Just Chris and Mike Cause.
Here’s a look back at the event.
It was a beautiful day for an outdoor event.
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Music filled the air at the festival.
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We love the colors in this mural by Paige Reesor.
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Artists created new work throughout the day.
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Checking out a mural by bacpac.
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A mural featuring a very good boy (or girl).
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We love the attention to detail.
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Live music and tunes by DJs provided the soundtrack to the day.
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A wonderful “Wizard of Oz”-themed work.
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Every week will be shark week on this stretch of wall.
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Artists came prepared with a rainbow of spray paint colors.
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Well-behaved pooches were welcome at the event.
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The Dreaded Barber was on hand to give fresh cuts.
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This Lucretia Torva mural is a longtime presence in the alley.
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Trippy, man.
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Oak Street Alley Mural Festival merch was available for purchase.
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The festival was a good place to catch up with friends and neighbors.
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A work in progress.
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Watching the artists work is one of the best parts of the festival.
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Taking a ride down the alley.
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Checking out the goods.
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Beginning a work at the festival.
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Shh … artist at work.
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The Oak Street Alley Mural Festival is a beloved neighborhood tradition.
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