Art Infusion celebrates art in the great outside with guest artists creating murals, a chalk art competition, tours, exhibits and more. Come down to the river walk, see the beautiful drawings, and chat with artists. Chalk artists of all skill levels, kids ages 10 and up, and adults are all invited to join the chalk drawing competition.

Pre-register online or at the Janesville CVB office (20 S Main St, Ste 11), 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday through September 6. Registration will be available at the office, Saturday, September 7 from 9 AM to 4 PM and Sunday, September 8, 9 AM to 12 Noon. Art will be judged on Sunday, September 8 at 2 PM, and drawing award announcements will be made at 3:30 PM at Firehouse Park.

Featured Mural Artists

CJ Hungerman, Chicago, IL

Wall mural: Associated Collectors at 113 W Milwaukee St (south wall, back of building)

CJ has created many public art projects in Chicago. His most notable piece is a 500 square foot original artwork he conceived and created for the new Chinatown Library. In 2021, CJ created the We Rise Mural located high on the back of Olde Towne Mall and 2023 he created Fowl Wall at 113 W Milwaukee St.

Matthew Mederer (aka CoolDiscoRich), Chicago, IL

Wall mural: Midwest Indoor Storage at 314 W Milwaukee St (north wall)

A self-taught artist, Matthew has been pushing boundaries and promoting original ideas through his artwork for over 20 years. His depth and breadth of styles, ranging from graffiti to realism, has helped him realize an original body of work. His signature style combines, Realism, and optical illusions. He has worked with big brands such as Vans and Cisco. His art has been featured on the hit television show, NBC's Chicago PD. Lu Calzada of The Chicago Sun-Times said of his mural "Prima" his work "aims to inspire new beginnings."

Featured Chalk Artists

Sharon Gaver, Janesville, WI

Sharon says that she loves art! She has a background that includes a career in art education and has chalked alongside featured muralist Leigh Alfredson during past Art Infusion events. Sharon was an art teacher for the School District of Janesville for more than 30 years and has also taught art via private lessons. Sharon continues to make the world a beautiful place with her art and we are grateful for that. She was a featured artist for the 2023 Art Infusion and we are happy to welcome her back the event this year!

The Speece Family, Madison, WI

Sophia age 21, Cecilia 19, Bella 17, Clare 16, Monica 14, Genevieve 12 and Beverly (Mom)

We are celebrating 10 years of the Speece family competing in the Art Infusion Chalk Art Competition! This talented family began participating when Grandma (Judy) suggested it in 2014. At that time Master Chalk Artist, Leigh Alfredson gave the family some pointers and the rest is history. Mom (Beverly) and the girls developed amazing skills over the years. They are an incredible team! They continue to participate together each year and have gone on to compete in other regional chalk art competitions.

Chalk Art Competition

2024 Theme: Live Your Art! Cash prizes! $15 per person to compete. Spectators and competitors invited!

ONLINE REGISTRATION HERE >>>>

In-person registration is available at the Janesville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau office in Olde Towne Mall at 20 S Main St, Ste 11 in downtown Janesville during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, Saturday, September 7 from 9 AM to 4 PM, and Sunday, September 8 from 9 AM to 12 Noon.

Schedule of Events

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Raven's Wish - Interactive Art

Friday, 10 AM to 4 PM & Saturday,10 AM to 3 PM

Raven's Wish Gallery, 101 W Milwaukee St. Free.

Library Art Exhibit

9 AM to 5 PM, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S Main St. Free.

Rock County Historical Society Art Tours in the Lincoln-Tallman Museum

10:30 AM, 12:30 PM & 2:30 PM

426 N Jackson St

$20 per person, limited to 10 per tour. Tickets at https://rchs.us/events/

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Chalk Art Competition

9 AM Saturday to 2 PM Sunday

Firehouse Park, 113 N Main St & BMO Bank, 100 N Main St

Theme: Live Your Art!

Spectators and competitors invited.

Self-Guided Tours of Janesville Art League Art Gallery

12 Noon to 4 PM

Janesville Woman's Club, 108 S Jackson St. Free.

Rock Painting for Fun

Saturday, 2 PM to 4 PM with Sandi Walton

Sunday, 1 PM to 3 PM with Maddie Heise

Olde Towne Mall

20 S Main St, Janesville

Learn about rock painting, then paint your own. While supplies last. For all ages. Supplies included. Free.

SATURDAY ONLY

Janesville Farmers Market

8 AM to 1 PM

Janesville Town Square, 69 S River St

A Wisconsin producer only market with local produce, flowers, and artisan products. Visit for free.

Downtown Sidewalk Sale

Beginning at 10 AM

Retail shops around downtown will be open during their regular business hours and have clearance items out in front of their shops.

Free Walking Tour - Highlights of Downtown Murals

11 AM, 2 PM & 4 PM

Meet in front of Olde Towne Mall at 20 S Main St. Limited to 8 people. Tours with Roaming Rich last 45 minutes. Pre-registration required at roamaroundtours.com.

No Limits LDA Dance Performance

2 PM, Cope Ryan Pavilion, Janesville Town Square, 65 S River St

No Limits LDA is a 501 c3 organization with programming based on Rhythm Works Integrative Dance Certification. It is a program for individuals with Autism, Down Syndrome, Sensory Processing Disorder, Intellectual Disabilities, and other learning differences and physical challenges. nolimitslda.com

Free.

Rock County Historical Society 19th Century Art & Wine

4 PM, 426 N Jackson St

Discover the passions of early Rock County residents. $30 includes a drafthouse coupon. Tickets at rchs.us/events

SUNDAY ONLY

Summer Sundays in Downtown Janesville

11 AM to 2 PM

Join Rock Retail Collective for Summer Sundays in Downtown Janesville. Explore a variety of delightful local shops and see what makes the community so special.

Makers Market & Creator Space

12 Noon to 4 PM

Olde Towne Mall, 20 S Main St

Artist demonstrations, hand-made and original works and child-friendly activities.

Chalk Art Competition Awards

3:30 PM, Makers Market

Olde Towne Mall, 20 S Main St