Art Attack Project

Art Attack Project Local artists taking it to the streets! Art Attack is a grassroots event that gets folks out of the studio and into the streets.

By collectively making art in public, you get to meet fellow artists, share your creative process, and celebrate your local arts community. It's free to participate and all artists are welcome. Whether you're painting, drawing, sculpting, or whatever—if you can do your thing outside, we want you there! Founded by Bill Harris and Gabriel Pons in Fredericksburg, Virginia, Art Attack was originally c

onceived as a way to build solidarity amongst practicing artists. They recognized that whether you're just starting out or a seasoned veteran, it's always better to be connected to a broader community of creative minds. By occupying public space in an inclusive and constructive manner, Art Attack benefits not only the participants, but also the community at large. Ever since the original event in 2012, Art Attack has been hosted each September on the historic streets of downtown Fredericksburg. Over the years, other cities have also embraced the concept, adapting it to their local conditions and needs as necessary. Art Attack is flexible in structure and easy to host with minimal grassroots effort. By incorporating "audience participation" activities, it can also be a great event for youth outreach programs and educational institutions. If you're interested in bringing Art Attack to your own community, get in touch with us! We'll set you up with a free starter kit and help promote your event.

10/14/2025
🫡Thank You to all participating artists who made yesterday’s event so successful! This is just a sliver of the action th...
10/05/2025

🫡Thank You to all participating artists who made yesterday’s event so successful! This is just a sliver of the action that broke out downtown, so please continue to post and tag us with your experience. The 2025 Art Attack was organized by , Seth Casana of , Bill Harris of , and Simon Watts of with support from

🙏🏾Art Attack Project would like to thank for their financial support this year in promoting the event. 📣 Shout out as w...
10/04/2025

🙏🏾Art Attack Project would like to thank for their financial support this year in promoting the event. 📣 Shout out as well to - The Fredericksburg Visitor Center as well as the Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation department for their collaboration. ✊

☝️Artists ☝️You’re invited to the Art Attack after party immediately following Saturday’s event. Join us at from 4-6pm ...
10/03/2025

☝️Artists ☝️You’re invited to the Art Attack after party immediately following Saturday’s event. Join us at from 4-6pm for some food & drink with music by 🎸
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☝️These businesses are still seeking an Art Attack Artist. Reach out to them if interested in collaborating on promoting...
10/02/2025

☝️These businesses are still seeking an Art Attack Artist. Reach out to them if interested in collaborating on promoting your participation. *Also let us know that you’re working together so we can announce! Thanks - over and out ✊

☝️Art Attack Recruit: Help us make Saturday’s mission run smoothly: Keep it simple! The primary safety issue we address ...
09/30/2025

☝️Art Attack Recruit: Help us make Saturday’s mission run smoothly: Keep it simple! The primary safety issue we address is ensuring pedestrians can safely pass through all sidewalks and noise levels are kept below the city limits. We discourage tents and other structures that impede the right-of-way. Brush up on the Art Attack guidelines at www.artattackproject.com
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Art Attack Recruits: Here’s the Battleplan for Saturday’s Event. Tips: 1. Check in at PONSHOP to receive your Artist pla...
09/29/2025

Art Attack Recruits: Here’s the Battleplan for Saturday’s Event. Tips: 1. Check in at PONSHOP to receive your Artist placard and items purchased online (stickers/ pins). 2. Use the parking garage next to the (new) Visitor Center so you don’t have to move your car every 2 hours. 3. Join your comrades for the After Party at immediately following the event.
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❤️Love Art Attack? We are seeking volunteers for the 10/4 event to help us with “feet on the ground” tasks including: re...
09/28/2025

❤️Love Art Attack? We are seeking volunteers for the 10/4 event to help us with “feet on the ground” tasks including: registration, photography, and artist assistance. Simply email us at howdy[at]artattackproject.com

Listen to Ted Schubel's interview with Art Attack organizers Bill Harris, Gabriel Pons, and Simon Watts. Art Attack is S...
09/26/2025

Listen to Ted Schubel's interview with Art Attack organizers Bill Harris, Gabriel Pons, and Simon Watts. Art Attack is Saturday October 4 from 10am-4pm in Downtown Fredericksburg.

Art Attack, an annual event started in 2012 by local artists Bill Harris and Gabe Pons, will return to downtown Fredericksburg on October 4. The event features artists creating work live on the streets, offering the public a direct look at the artistic process and showcasing the depth of local talen...

☝️These local businesses would like to have an Art Attack Artist posted up in front of their business. Reach out to them...
09/26/2025

☝️These local businesses would like to have an Art Attack Artist posted up in front of their business. Reach out to them if interested in collaborating on promoting your participation. *Also let us know that you’re collaborating together so we can announce! Thanks - over and out ✊

Our friends at will be at Riverfront Park while we take to the streets next Saturday 10/4! Give them a follow and see a...
09/26/2025

Our friends at will be at Riverfront Park while we take to the streets next Saturday 10/4! Give them a follow and see all the programming for their exciting event!

Attention downtown businesses on Caroline (Amelia-Wolfe) and William Street (Sophia-Princess Anne). Are you interested i...
09/24/2025

Attention downtown businesses on Caroline (Amelia-Wolfe) and William Street (Sophia-Princess Anne). Are you interested in having an artist in front of your shop or restaurant during the Art Attack event? Please complete the “Allied Business” survey (link in Instagram bio) The benefit of coordinating artist and merchant is that in the days leading up to Art Attack, you can cross promote one another on social media and revel in artistic glory on the day of the event!
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