Art and community came together on Saturday, September 6th, at the Adams Park Street Art Festival in a vibrant display of creativity and unity. The event not only celebrated the artistic talent of the region but also honored the enduring legacy of Sam “Uncle Bud” Dunlap, a long-time community leader who passed away several years ago. His vision for the Southside of Colorado Springs continues to inspire and unite people, and the festival raised funds for a mural that will ensure his legacy lives on for future generations.
Behind the scenes, artist Juan Morales was hard at work, painting a massive canvas as part of a live art demonstration. Though the work was impressive, Morales explained that the canvas would eventually be handed over to Concrete Couch, a local nonprofit organization, to be auctioned off. The proceeds from this auction will help fund the restoration and expansion of the K-Land Community Heroes Mural, located behind John Adams Elementary School.
The mural, which already features scenes that highlight the contributions of community leaders, will be updated to reflect the influence of Dunlap and those who have followed in his footsteps. Dee Smith, a member of the K-Land Community Association, spoke about the project: “We’re going to redo that mural and add to it, capturing the spirit of the work that Sam ‘Uncle Bud’ Dunlap started.”…