By Amy Hillard

The Dublin Area Art League is gearing up for its 2nd annual Art Fair July 17 and 18 on the lawn of Sells Middle School, 150 W. Bridge St.

This year the Dublin Art Fair will feature professional and amateur artists from the Lancaster, Dublin, Worthington, Bexley and Grove City art leagues, as well as 25 independent artists.

“We decided to do the fair a little different and make it all about Central Ohio artists and art leagues,” says Rich Sharick, event chairman.

A range of mediums will be represented, including acrylic, watercolor, photography, metals, wood, ceramics and glass. Because of its success last year, the DAAL has extended the fair to two days.

The Jared Mahone Band, a Columbus groove/rock/jazz group, will perform at 7:30 p.m. July 17. There will also be background and accompaniment music July 18 during the day. Sharick also plans to collaborate with Historic Dublin restaurants to bring a “taste of Bri-Hi” food to the event.

According to Sharick, the art fair is an important event for Dublin residents, artists and the city.

“It’s important because Dublin is known as an arts-friendly/arts-rich town,” he says. “Without the presence of a festival like this, it would leave a void in Dublin.”

The event will include free admission and nearby parking. Hours are 6 to 9 p.m. July 17 and noon to 8 p.m. July 18. For more information, visit www.dublinohioart.com/artfair09.  

Amy Hillard is a contributing writer for Dublin Life.