Art Meets Jam for a walk in the park
CONCORD, CA (Oct. 19, 2024) — Artists Jenny Rosales and Christina Abad work on their canvases in Todos Santos Plaza as part of the third annual Creative Concord Art and Jam Oct. 5 and 6. Rosales is a Concord tattoo artist who is embracing painting and illustration as additional forms of expression. Abad is a painter based in Vallejo who typically works with acrylics, spray paint and epoxy resin.
Despite triple digit temperatures, Creative Concord brought together artists, musicians, and the community to celebrate arts and culture in Todos Santos Plaza. Sixteen artists painted 5’ x 6’ original canvases, accompanied by performances from local musicians such as Chika Di and The Seshen. New interactive booths encouraged attendees to engage directly with art, while highlights like a mosaic installation and a pop-up opera performance added to the vibrancy.
A significant feature this year was the addition of six new murals in downtown Concord, with the mural by JUURI taking center stage. Her artwork, “Onikenbai Dancers,” commemorates the 50th anniversary of Concord’s sister-city relationship with Kitakami, Japan. The mural, located at 2345 Willow Pass Road, celebrates the dynamic Onikenbai dance and symbolizes the deep cultural bond between the two cities. The mural’s unveiling coincided with a visit from a delegation from Kitakami, further cementing the connection.
Creative Concord has continued to build on its success, fostering community spirit and supporting local artists and small businesses. This year’s event focused on deepening engagement, with proceeds from the canvases directly benefiting the artists.
