Arts & Entertainment

Alameda Chalk Art Mural Makes Guinness Book Of World Records

The mural covers an astounding 18,500 square feet.

ALAMEDA, CA — An Alameda chalk artist set a world record for the size of his drawing, the Bay Area News Group reports.

Called "Earth Blessings from the Creative Spirit," the mural took about 45 hours for Mark Lewis Wagner to complete.

The artwork is certified by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest piece of ground chalk art by a single artist, covering 18,500 square feet.

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Unfortunately, the artwork is behind a locked gate at the former naval base. If you have a drone, check it out at 250 West Hornet Ave.

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