International Street artists transform Joplin into a 3D art gallery for the Route 66 Centennial

Joplin – Meet the Artists of the World Street Painting Festival 2025

The World Street Painting Festival is set to transform Schifferdecker Park in Joplin, Missouri, as part of the Route 66 Centennial celebrations. A talented group of international artists will create stunning 3D street paintings, turning the park into an open-air gallery. These artists will bring Route 66 to life in innovative ways, offering an interactive experience for all who visit!

Here are the artists who will be showcasing their creativity at the 2025 World Street Painting Festival:

  1. Jean Marc Navello – France (FRA)

  2. Melina Berg – Germany (DEU)

  3. Tracy Lee Stum – United States (USA)

  4. Canaco Matsumoto – Japan (JPN)

  5. Jan Riggins – United States (USA)

  6. Leon Keer – Netherlands (NLD)

  7. Roberto Carlos T Rodriguez – Mexico (MEX)

  8. Fabio Fedele – Italy (ITA)

  9. Kerim Musanovic – Bosnia and Herzegovina (BIH)

  10. Ruben Poncia – Netherlands (NLD)

These incredible artists will bring their vision of Route 66 to life through immersive 3D street art, creating a one-of-a-kind experience for all to enjoy. Come see how Schifferdecker Park is transformed into a vibrant canvas filled with optical illusions and interactive art!

Which Route 66 landmark would you love to see in a 3D painting?

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