BEREA, Ohio – Sunday’s 29th annual Berea Arts Fest attracted large crowds and showcased an array of talents. The event benefited from pleasant weather and a return to Berea’s downtown business district.
According to Rich Cihlar, festival coordinator, the event is “a fully immersive arts experience.” Live entertainment, food trucks, a living statue and activities for kids augmented booths selling photographs, jewelry, ceramics, metals, floral art, origami, glass, wood crafts, decorative gourds, paintings, digital art, musical instruments and more.
“There’s something to do everywhere for everyone,” noted Cihlar. He emphasized the festival’s focus on fine arts that nonetheless appeal to the varied tastes of a large, diverse audience.
Drew Hocevar, a Broadview Heights resident and glass artist, said, “my goal is to break even and have really nice gifts for my friends.” Hocevar’s enthusiasm-over-profit mindset was shared by many artists at the festival.
David Lackey, a Strongsville resident and proprietor of Lackey Road Guitars, had already sold one instrument by 11 a.m. Although he called his business a “retirement gig,” it allows him to travel to festivals all along the East Coast. Lackey’s pine-bodied instruments are fully functional, though he emphasized the artistic aspects of his designs. According to Lackey, “you don’t need to be a musician to own and appreciate musical instruments.” Area residents can view some of his creations at Thirsty Dog Brewing in the Flats.
Joseph Dull’s glass-and-metal creations were among the most distinctive works on display. The repurposed bicycle wheels, donations from Ohio City Bike Co-op, shone bright in the autumn sun. Visitors marveled at the colorful suncatchers.
Baldwin-Wallace music education majors staffed the instrument "petting zoo.” Hordes of children lined up to test their chops on brass, woodwind and string instruments. “It’s always fun watching,” said John Custer, one of the music majors on hand.
Although shopping provided the major draw, visitors were unable to resist the antics of Wizbang Circus Theatre. Children and adults were mesmerized by the troupe’s eclectic display of wit and talent. The group tours and frequently performs at the Cleveland Public Theater. A second stage featured a variety of musical performances.
Berea Arts Fest Inc., a nonprofit organization, stages the festival. The organization also provides scholarships to students and contributes to civic projects, including an upcoming decorative and functional furniture installation at Mucklo Park.
2019-09-09 05:14:00Z
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