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Bakersfieldceleb Jorge Guillen
Posted on January 15th, 2010 1 comment
Jorge Guillen has put in over 4 months of work into his downtown art project and Bakersfieldcelebs finally caught up with him. At first glance, it looks like an electrical box with some art on it, but in reality it is a work of art. Jorge told us it has a combination of Mayan and Egyptian Hieroglyphics and that many of the symbols & images represent the surrounding area of 19th and H Street. One side of the box shows the Nile River and directly to the west is The Nile Theater and another side gives the Padre Hotel a shout out, Jorge told us. There are too many symbols and meanings to mention, but the box is worth a look the next time you are in the area. The whole project is funded by both the State and County, and the Kern County Arts Council. It is also supported by the BPD and The Downtown Anti Graffiti Project. These boxes are all over downtown and there are many different artists painting them. When we asked if anyone ever vandalizes them, Jorge said “Not very often, I feel the people of downtown give them respect, and that’s good“. Before these boxes were covered with art they were covered with flyers and graffiti and were a real eye sore. Jorge told us his project is near completion but he will always check up on it for any touch ups. For Jorge it’s a passion, and it shows in his work.
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Central Park At Mill Creek Opening Celebration
Posted on May 27th, 2009 No comments
Central Park At Mill Creek Opening Celebration this Saturday, May 30th. Free trolley tours, food/bake sales, craft and art show, live entertainment, food, and more. Come celebrate this weekend downtown at Bakersfield’s newest park at 19th & R Streets. More information please call 661.326.FUNN
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Pain Is Beauty Block Party
Posted on May 17th, 2009 No comments
103 degree temperature didn’t stop people from coming out to the Pain Is Beauty’s customer appreciation block party in downtown Bakersfield. There were all types of activities, vendors, food, and live performances. The master mind behind the whole event was the Pain Is Beauty’s owner and it was a big success. Check out the photos…
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First Friday Downtown Bakersfield
Posted on April 3rd, 2009 No comments
Plenty of Local Celebs in downtown Bakersfield for First Friday including Ann Darling pictured above with some of her artwork. First Friday’s celebrate the progress of downtown and the transformation of it into a vibrant and inviting place. This event always promises lots of family fun, with artwork, food, carriage rides, vendors, and live entertainment. Mark your calendars for the next First Friday of the month! Check out the photos.
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