Festival International de Louisiane is proud to announce local artist Dirk Guidry as the 2022 Official Visual Artist. Each year, our organization commissions an artist to create a piece to encompass the city-wide cultural celebration and set the tone. 

ABOUT DIRK GUIDRY

Dirk Guidry was raised in the small bayou town of Galliano, Louisiana. He relocated to Lafayette in 2005 to attend the Fine Arts Program at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he would earn a bachelor's degree. Guidry’s studies helped further his skills and develop a unique style that has led to his success. Aside from his well-known large scale abstract works, he utilizes his talents by also painting portraits, landscapes, live events, and murals.

Dirk Guidry's studio is located in downtown Lafayette at Basin Arts, where he is the co-creator and manager of the BARE Walls program, and currently serves on the Louisiana State Arts Council. His diverse works are on display in various locations throughout Louisiana and are held in private collections nationwide. You can also find his murals around Lafayette.

Dirk has completed the artwork for the 36th annual Festival International de Louisiane, presented by LUS Fiber. "Our team is so happy with the vibrant piece of artwork created for 2022." said Marketing Director, Carly Viator. "It's obvious Dirk understands the magic of Festival International and our community is very lucky to have him in Lafayette."

Be the first to see the 2022 Official Artwork by Dirk Guidry, plus buy your pin and poster, at Festival International's release party on February 20th. There will be a fish fry, live music and the 2022 music lineup will also be revealed. More info about the release party is available at www.festivalinternational.org and via Facebook.

Read more about the Official 2022 Visual Artist at www.dirkguidry.com