ARTBLOCK: Culture walking the streets of Casco Viejo

By David Young

There may be no such thing as a free lunch, but there is free culture and entertainment going a begging in Casco Viejo, Thursday March  31 with  the second edition of ARTBLOCK.

Described by the organizers as a “an informal evening of art and culture crawl" where local businesses and the  streets of Casco Viejo host art exhibitions, musical arts and original submissions in all genres  it is a pot pourri of events that provide a soupcon of entertainment for everyone, wherever your interests lie.  {jathumbnail off}

The event presents  100% original creations by artists, many of whom have faced the problem of exhibitors  who demand works substantially similar to what already exists or with known techniques. For  new and developing artists that means limitations to showing their creations.
ARTBLOCK through the national PAC Foundation has been approached by  foreign artists wishing to participate participate, and they have been encouraged   to team up with a local artists, a genuine cultural exchange

In its second year, the venture  has expanded from a tour including stops at four local business to the participation of over 20, so it’s not only a way to share in this year’s theme of of "green" but also a guided tour of where to go in the old city, designated as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage.

The organizers, Kimberly Hall, Mariery Young, Elly van Os, and Krista Quinn  who have joined together to make this innovative project  aim to support local artists in creating new and original works and give them a platform to exhibit and perform.
Along with this ththey will  rovide greater exposure for local businesses that support the arts and Increase interest and exposure to the public for  local artists, musicians and performers and the opportunity  the public to interact with their own local artists.

It will also  promote the city of Panama as a expanding center of international art and culture and support increased economic activity in the area.

Lots of objectives, all deserving your support

It kicks off at Clementines soon after 6. Wear your walking shoes.