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Thieb Delaporte-Richard – Los Angeles Host City Poster

French-born illustrator and creative director Thieb Delaporte-Richard is known for blending contemporary illustration with cinematic composition, bold color, and dynamic visual storytelling. Now based in Los Angeles, his work reflects the city's creativity, diversity, and vibrant lifestyle while incorporating influences from graphic design, branding, and fine art. His illustrations often emphasize movement, atmosphere, and emotion, creating memorable visual experiences.

For the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Delaporte-Richard created the official Los Angeles Host City Poster, celebrating Southern California through iconic landmarks, dramatic sunsets, palm trees, and the excitement of football. His artwork captures the unique energy of Los Angeles while welcoming the world to one of the tournament's most recognizable host cities.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across over 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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Jadie Arnett – Kansas City Host City Poster

Illustrator and designer Jadie Arnett creates artwork centered around storytelling, community, and shared experiences. Her vibrant illustrations combine expressive characters, bold colors, and thoughtful compositions that celebrate human connection and the places people call home. Through her work, Arnett highlights the importance of collaboration, creativity, and belonging, making her illustrations both visually engaging and emotionally meaningful.

For the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Arnett designed the official Kansas City Host City Poster, titled "Woven Together."Her artwork celebrates Kansas City's rich soccer culture, diverse neighborhoods, welcoming spirit, and strong sense of community. The poster reflects the idea that football brings people together across cultures, backgrounds, and generations.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across over 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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Rubem Robierb – Miami Host City Poster

Brazilian-born contemporary artist Rubem Robierb is an internationally recognized visual artist whose multidisciplinary practice spans painting, sculpture, photography, installations, and public art. Based in Miami, Robierb's work explores themes of hope, transformation, identity, resilience, and human connection. His artwork has been exhibited in galleries, museums, and public spaces around the world, and he is known for creating visually striking pieces that inspire conversation while celebrating optimism and creativity.

For the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Robierb created the official Miami Host City Poster, capturing the city's tropical beauty, vibrant multicultural identity, iconic architecture, and international spirit. His colorful composition reflects Miami's unique energy while celebrating the excitement of welcoming the world's greatest football tournament.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across over 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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Nicholas McClintock – Philadelphia Host City Poster

Illustrator Nicholas McClintock is known for his imaginative storytelling, playful compositions, and richly detailed illustrations that celebrate architecture, history, and community. His distinctive artistic style combines expressive line work, vibrant colors, and carefully crafted scenes that encourage viewers to discover new details throughout each composition. His work has become recognized for blending contemporary illustration with timeless storytelling.

For the FIFA World Cup 2026™, McClintock created the official Philadelphia Host City Poster, celebrating one of America's most historic cities through iconic landmarks, local culture, and the excitement of football. His illustration reflects Philadelphia's proud history while welcoming visitors from around the world to experience the city's unique energy.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across over 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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LeRoid David – San Francisco Bay Area Host City Poster

Artist, illustrator, and creative director LeRoid David is known for colorful contemporary artwork inspired by innovation, culture, and human connection. His work combines graphic illustration with storytelling, often reflecting the creativity and diversity of California. For the official FIFA World Cup 2026™ San Francisco Bay Area Host City Poster, David celebrates the region's iconic landmarks, technology, natural beauty, and global influence through an energetic and visually engaging composition.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across more than 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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Shogo Ota – Seattle Host City Poster

Illustrator Shogo Ota creates artwork that blends Japanese and Pacific Northwest influences into clean, contemporary compositions. His illustrations often celebrate landscapes, movement, and storytelling through bold graphic forms and thoughtful details. For the official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Seattle Host City Poster, Ota captures the city's waterfront, mountains, forests, and passionate soccer culture in a design that reflects Seattle's unique identity and welcoming spirit.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across more than 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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Dave Murray – Toronto Host City Poster

Canadian illustrator and designer Dave Murray is known for his bold graphic style, vibrant color palettes, and dynamic visual storytelling. Drawing inspiration from urban life, architecture, sports, and popular culture, his work captures movement and energy through clean compositions and expressive design. For the official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Toronto Host City Poster, Murray celebrates Canada's largest city by highlighting its skyline, diversity, and passion for football, creating a colorful tribute to Toronto's place on the world stage.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across more than 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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Jamin Zuroski – Vancouver Host City Poster

Canadian artist and designer Jamin Zuroski is known for creating illustrations inspired by the landscapes, wildlife, and cultural heritage of the Pacific Northwest. His work combines clean graphic forms with meaningful symbolism, resulting in artwork that reflects both nature and community.

For the official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Vancouver Host City Poster, Zuroski created a design inspired by the city's mountains, coastline, Indigenous artistic influences, and passion for football. The poster celebrates Vancouver's unique identity while welcoming the world to one of Canada's host cities.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across more than 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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Mario Cortés (Cuemanche) – Mexico City Host City Poster

Illustrator Mario Cortés (Cuemanche) is known internationally for transforming everyday culture into bold visual narratives through contemporary illustration. His distinctive style combines rich colors, symbolic imagery, and carefully crafted compositions that celebrate Mexico's history, people, and creative spirit.

For the official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Mexico City Host City Poster, Cuemanche brings together some of the city's most recognizable landmarks and cultural references into a vibrant artwork that reflects both Mexico City's heritage and its role as one of the world's great football destinations.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across more than 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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Mario Cortés (Cuemanche) – Guadalajara Host City Poster

Mexican illustrator Mario Cortés, known professionally as Cuemanche, is celebrated for creating colorful illustrations that combine modern graphic design with Mexican history, traditions, and community. His work often features detailed visual storytelling filled with cultural references that invite viewers to discover something new each time they look.

As the artist behind the official Guadalajara Host City Poster for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Cuemanche celebrates one of Mexico's most culturally significant cities through a vibrant composition inspired by its architecture, traditions, and passion for football, creating a visual tribute to Guadalajara's place on the world stage.

About Tarik Talk

Brazilian artist and host Tarik Mendes is the creator of Tarik Talk, a podcast and visual series dedicated to exploring the global art world through conversations with artists, curators, dealers, and creative voices across disciplines. With more than 200 episodes spanning 53 seasons, Tarik Talk has been filmed across more than 10 countries, offering an inside look into museums, galleries, studios, and cultural institutions around the world.

Through thoughtful interviews and on-location coverage, Tarik explores the ways art connects people, ideas, and communities. While rooted in contemporary art, the series also expands into conversations with guests from music, acting, journalism, and other creative industries, creating a broader dialogue around culture and creative life.

Follow @tariktalk for episode highlights, guest features, and behind-the-scenes moments, and @tarikmendes for Tarik's latest adventures, travels, and artistic projects.

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