Elk Grove Mural Festival

Chair of the Arts and Creative Economy Commission passionately endorsed the festival, saying murals add economic vibrancy and put Elk Grove on the map as an arts city.

A local mom of a young artist said the festival is an exciting investment in community and youth creativity.

The Talking Walls co-founder said murals transform how young people see their community and that the team has worked hard to honor all stakeholder input.

The other Talking Walls co-founder said they want the festival to make Elk Grove proud and to enhance the community.

A Sacramento muralist praised Talking Walls' treatment of artists and walls, and voiced support.

An Old Town School Street resident supports the murals but is concerned the abstract designs and vibrant colors don't reflect Old Town's historic character.

A Historic Preservation Committee member and 40-year Old Town merchant supports the festival but asked that some murals carry cultural and historic significance, especially on historic buildings.