Show Off Your Skills at the Chalk on the Water at Lake Anne Festival!

Chalk on the Water at Lake Anne is a two-day (June 9 and 10) street art festival on Lake Anne Plaza in Reston. Participants of all skill levels will create amaze-balls chalk drawings right on the plaza!

The 5th annual Chalk on the Water at Lake Anne is a Public Art Reston event open to professional artists, amateur artists, families, and kids of all ages. This popular (often sold-out) event attracts a diverse and passionate audience. Participants are invited from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 9 and 10 to show off their creativity and work their chalk magic on Lake Anne Plaza, in the heart of Reston’s most historic area. Last year, the event saw a turnout larger than any year previous, completely selling out of spaces and chalks, so Public Arts Reston is encouraging peeps to register in advance! [caption id="attachment_8472" align="aligncenter" width="695"]

Street Artist Michael Kirby's work in 2014, courtesy northernvirginiamag.com[/caption]

Categories and Participation Sign-Up

Online registration is open until 5 p.m. on June 8. On-site registration for Chalk on the Water at Lake Anne (this is a gamble for such a popular event) starts at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 9. Cash or credit card only. Professional Artists: Skilled artists with experience who have received compensation for artwork. Cost: ($20) Includes a box of 48 chalk pastels and a goodie bag. Each space measures 4′ x 8′. Amateurs: Teens and adults with art experience. Cost: ($15) Includes box of 24 chalk pastels and a goodie bag. Each square measures 4′ x 4′. Families and Kids: Ages 1–12, and the child(ren) must be the lead artist(s). Cost: ($10) Includes a box of 12 chalk pastels and a goodie bag. Each square measures 3′ x 3′. NOTE: A limited number of larger squares and custom sponsor squares are available. Please contact Public Art Reston at [email protected] for details. [caption id="attachment_8474" align="aligncenter" width="1024"]

Courtesy, Modern Reston[/caption]

Helpful Info

Rules, regulations, suggested supplies, and artistry tips can all be found here. It's important to note that the festival will go on, rain or shine, and there will be no refunds for inclement weather. If it is raining, make sure to bring a protective cover for your work of art!

Judging for Chalk on the Water at Lake Anne will be on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. for Families and Kids and 3:30 p.m. for Amateurs and Professionals. Awards will be announced around 5:30 p.m. on the plaza. Prizes will be awarded as cash and/or gift card value.

Professional Artists: Skilled artists with experience who have received compensation for artwork.

1st Place: $500
2nd Place: $175
3rd Place: $100

Amateurs: Teens and adults with art experience.

1st Place: $250
2nd Place: $150
3rd Place: $75

Families and Kids: Ages 1–12

1st Place: $100
2nd Place: $50
3rd Place: $25

Will you be chalking it up at the Chalk on the Water at Lake Anne Festival? Let us know all about it in the comments!

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