Coconut Grove Arts Festival Unveils 2026 Festival Poster by Acclaimed Digital Artist Kenneth Kudulis

The Coconut Grove Arts Festival (CGAF), presented by First Horizon Bank, unveils its highly anticipated 2026 Festival Poster Friday, January 16, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami. This annual invitation‑only reveal has become one of the signature moments of the festival season, drawing art lovers, collectors, and community leaders eager to experience the artwork that will shape the visual identity of the year ahead. Continuing a longstanding partnership, NBC Channel 6 News will broadcast the unveiling live, giving art enthusiasts across South Florida a front row seat to this highly anticipated moment of the 62nd Annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival. 

The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami proudly welcomed the Coconut Grove Arts Festival and looks forward to an evening devoted to art, culture, and the highly anticipated official poster unveiling. “We believe deeply in the power of the arts and are honored to align with a cherished festival tradition that has inspired generations and continues to flourish after 62 years,” said Rosa Tamajon, Hotel Manager”

Each year, the Coconut Grove Arts Festival commissions a distinguished artist to create the official poster, a tradition that has produced a coveted collector’s item and featured many celebrated names in the art world. Chosen as the 2026 poster artist is Kenneth Kudulis, a nationally recognized artist whose work blends theatrical storytelling, rich color, and intricate digital craftsmanship. “The poster unveiling marks a special moment for our community. It’s the first glimpse of the creative spirit that will define the upcoming festival, and it’s something people truly look forward to. These posters have become cherished collector’s pieces, and we’re thrilled to add Kenneth Kudulis’ work to that legacy,” says Camille Marchese, executive director of the CGAF.

Posters from past years are proudly displayed in homes, offices, and galleries, serving as lasting symbols of the festival’s legacy and commitment to artistic excellence. Kenneth’s work captures that sense of wonder and creativity in a way that immediately resonates with collectors.  He brings a unique background to this honor. With a BFA in Theatre and formal training at the Juilliard School in New York City, he spent years as a professional scenic artist painting for theaters, opera houses, ballets, and fashion ateliers. His work includes contributions to Tony Award winning productions such as Spring Awakening and Next to Normal, as well as the iconic holiday windows at Macy’s and Saks Fifth Avenue.

“My art is inspired by traveling and exploring new places with my wife, Jen, and our French Bulldogs, Scribble and Dot,” said Kudulis. “After years of painting for the stage, I eventually found my voice as a fine artist. Discovering digital art allowed me to create wherever I go. My iPad became my studio, and my Apple Pencil became my paintbrush.” Over the past decade, Kudulis has traveled extensively across the country participating in outdoor art festivals, an experience that deeply informs his work. His digital pieces are built layer by layer, often containing tens of thousands of hand drawn marks. The result is a fantastical world of whimsy, pattern, and movement that challenges viewers to question whether the surface is paint or pixels.

The poster will be available for sale during the festival which will run President’s Day Weekend, February 14, 15 and 16, 2026. For more information about the Coconut Grove Arts Festival, visit cgaf.com.