Local Artist Designs 2026 Balloon Fiesta Poster | Santa Fe News

The 2026 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta poster drops—featuring local artist Travis Bruce Black’s vibrant roadrunner design, celebrating New Mexico’s iconic sky and Southwest colors. Hailing from Michigan but now a fixture in the state’s art scene since 2005, Black co-founded Bright Rain Gallery and paints full-time with watercolors and mixed media. His piece, “Chirp Four-O Nine Manifiesta,” honors the Fiesta’s 47-year tradition and captures the soul of the land. Signed and unsigned prints are available at the gift shop or online—perfect for fans wanting to carry the Fiesta spirit home. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/02495e4659c6beca