LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Presses at Welch Printing in Louisville were in high gear Monday as the first Kentucky Derby Festival posters rolled out. 

Artist Kacy Jackson created the 2022 poster entitled “Together” and he says his mission is to inspire and impact others through his art. “Together” is the 42nd poster in the Festival’s series, which launched i 1981.

In a statement, Jackson said, “I wanted this year’s poster design to represent the unity that stems from Derby Festival events,” said Kacy Jackson. “The geometrical shapes and multicolored scheme overlaying the city of Louisville represents the diversity of people brought together by the Festival and the harmony it creates in our community.” 

Louisville artist Kacy Jackson looks at his creation. His artwork is featured on the 2022 Kentucky Derby Festival poster. (Spectrum News 1/Amber Smth)

Jackson, a Louisville native, is the founder of The Art of Kacy. His paintings and murals can be seen in almost every Louisville community.

“The vibrancy and spirit of Kacy’s image reflects what the Derby Festival hopes to bring back to the community this spring,” said Matt Gibson, KDF President & CEO. “This will be a special year as we look forward to celebrating our favorite traditions together again.”

You can pre-order the Limited Edition or Official Derby Festival poster beginning Monday, Feb. 7. The Limited Edition of 500 signed and numbered posters are $50 and the official poster is $30. Both can be pre-ordered and will be shipped after the public release on March 16. You can pre-order here.

All the KDF merchandise and art will be shown to the public at “Festival Unveiled” on March 16 at the Mellwood Arts Center. Tickets are $45 for general admission and $65 for VIP. Tickets can be bought online at KDF.org.