Saturday’s high heat and humidity didn’t stop artists and artisans from showing off their creativity during the monthly Meridian Art Walk.

The downtown event, which kicked off in May, continues to feature a host of artists such as painters and jewelry makers.

Tiffany Williams’ table in Dumont Plaza was filled with examples of her anime and pop culture creations. She’s been to each art walk, and enjoys it because it lets others see her art, as well as connects her to other artists.

“Meridian has a lot of really good artists, and a really good art culture, with a variety of styles and interests,” Williams said. “A lot of times, if you are looking at what other people are doing, you may see a new technique, and think ‘hey, that’s really cool – that’s something I didn’t think about doing before’…it’s a way to learn and expand; you also make a lot of connections, which is really beneficial.”

Crissa Sandoval’s booth featured her handmade, one-of-a-kind glass blown creations.

Sandoval moved to Meridian from southern California a year ago, and brought her talent, called lampworking, with her.

“No two are ever the same,” she said, pointing at a variety of bracelets, earrings and other jewelry.

Sandoval uses an oxygen-propane torch to melt the glass, then utilizes different techniques to manipulate it into various shapes. She’s been involved in the craft for the last eight years.

“I got started because I love jewelry, bracelets in particular,” she said.

Sandoval, who has a studio on Poplar Springs Drive in Meridian, said she was drawn to the art walk so she could spread the word about her art. She said she’s the only lampworker in the area.

“People here don’t know what lampwork is,” she said. “I had a following and did festivals in California. I don’t have a following here…yet.”

Across from Sandoval’s booth, Taylor Gonzales displayed several bright paintings of flowers, hearts and nature scenes. One painting, inspired by the Fourth of July, featured red, white and blue flowers.

The 10-year-old said she enjoys painting because “I get to be artistic, make my imagination come to life, and share it with people.”

Gonzales, who moved to Meridian with her family from Colorado two years ago, was joined at the walk by her mother, Theresa, and brother and sister.

“It really brings us together,” Theresa Gonzales said of the event. “But it also gives her something constructive to do to be part of the community…we get to meet a lot of other people and see what they aspire Meridian to be.”