Register to Paint Joe Scarpa's Big Book
Authors Of Our Own Destiny by Joe Scarpa
"The Big Book" when first installed in 2009
Register for Your Turn to Paint the Big Book
One of the first paintings in the Big Book, January 2010
Beloved Landmark ReDedication
When Artist Joe Scarpa created Authors Of Our Own Destiny, he did so with the intention that artists would use this canvas to show their work - and that the art would engage the community in conversation. Over the more than 15 years the Big Book has been here, it has done just that.
A new sign up system will help artists know when the book is available to paint and allow each work time to be viewed and appreciated by the public. Follow the QR code or visit Sacramento City Council District 1 Representative Lisa Kaplan's Webpage for more information.
New Procedure for Painting the Big Book
Go to distric1@cityofsacramento.org or scan the QR code to register