East 176th Street Fair Encourages Artists’ Creativity
By Robert WirsingPosted on
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Community Access, NYC Health and NYC Mural Arts Project hosted the 176th Street Fair on Thursday, May 31 at the East 176th Street Pedestrian Corridor between Jerome and Davidson avenues. Passersby had the opportunity to help artists paint a mural slated to be installed in the same location in June. Photos by Edward Watkins
Naila Brown proudly displayed her Bronx strength.
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Young artists Jazelle Anderson (c) and Naila Brown helped create a vibrant nature mural.
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Phil Engler carefully painted the tree mural’s bark.
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Artists of all ages and skill levels utilized various stencils for the mural project.
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Artists Phil Engler (l) and Nafis welcomed everyone to help paint the community’s mural.