Artist Lineup 2026
Visual Artists
We present the artists who will be with us at the festival, participating through live painting and exhibiting their works at their stands.
We also introduce the artists who, although not present at the event, have long supported us by providing artworks for stage backdrops, art objects, and illustrations that enrich the festival atmosphere.
Festival Artwork & Design 2026
Mariana Hoffmann
Mariana Hoffmann is an architect, visual artist, and designer.
She has built her professional career between Buenos Aires, New York, and Barcelona, allowing her to work across graphic and editorial design, as well as the planning and construction of commercial and residential spaces throughout Europe. Alongside her artistic projects, she currently shares her experience by leading creativity workshops in Barcelona through @musas.bcn.
Venue Artwork & Illustration
Garakudakoji
Painter / Performer
(Exhibition and live painting)
Creating various engaging experiences originating from painting, Garakudakoji focuses on excitement by producing numerous playful artworks, such as hidden-object search puzzles and visual word chains (picture shiritori).
The live painting performances visually captivate audiences through unconventional tools like tuna fish and deck brushes. Always performing while wearing a mask, their true identity remains completely unknown.
Awards:
• New Artist Award, "Yakedo suru Gendai Sakka-ten 2018" (Vibrant Contemporary Artists Exhibition)
• Finalist, "Fukuoka Wall Art Award 2021"
• Finalist, "Fukuoka Wall Art Award 2022"
• Excellence Award, "Shuten-doji Illustration Contest", etc.
Art Fairs:
• "Art Fair Asia Fukuoka 2021"
• "Art Fair Asia Fukuoka 2022"
• "Art Fair Asia Fukuoka 2025"
Solo Exhibitions:
• "Gallop on" - Tamagawa Takashimaya, Tokyo
• "Garabration!!!" - Hakata Hankyu
• "Dare mo Shiranai Sekai Chizu" (The World Map Nobody Knows) - One Fukuoka Building, Fukuoka Tenjin Tsutaya Books
• "Haruka" (Faraway) - Fukuoka Mitsukoshi
• "Dai-18 Gakusho" (The 18th Movement) - Canal City Hakata
• "Asobi-e no Ōkoku" (Kingdom of Playful Art) - Tsutaya Books AEON MALL Chikushino
• "Narasu Kiteki wa Fantasia" (The Sounding Whistle is a Fantasia) - TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE MARK IS Fukuoka Momochi, etc.
Live Painting Performances:
• "Poupelle of Chimney Town Exhibition in Fukuoka" - PARCO
• "Fukuoka Motor Show" - Marine Messe Fukuoka
• "Wakkanai Art Festival" - Wakkanai, Hokkaido
• "HAVE A NICE DAY!!" - AEON Akita Chuo Store, etc.
dolly
Painter
(Art exhibition, merchandise sales, and live painting)
Born in Asakura City, Fukuoka Prefecture, dolly is a painter based in Fukuoka and serves as an Asakura Ambassador, promoting the charms of her hometown. Focusing on the theme of women living strongly and beautifully like modern-day warriors, she incorporates various emotions and current events into her work. With a commitment to a decadent, street-style texture, she creates striking pieces designed to instantly captivate viewers.
Mindful of creating photogenic murals and performances loved by many, she has produced over 120 murals in 5 years. Her live painting appearances include projects in Taiwan (2018), Shikanoshima Dog in Fukuoka (2021, 2024), SUMMER SONIC Osaka (2019, 2022), TRIANGLE’19, Fukuoka Motor Show 2019, and Fukuoka Mobility Show (2023, 2025). Her design and collaboration work includes the 17LIVE official compilation album sleeve design (2022), TOYOTA COROLLA FUKUOKA Key⑩MUSIC CD jacket designs, the MUSIC CITY TENJIN 2016 main visual, appearances in artist music videos, and merchandise artwork.
In 2024, she formed the contemporary art team "Trinity Inc." and was selected to paint the large votive ema tablet for the Kyushu-region-scale ema project at Takamiya Hachiman-gugu Shrine, launched to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Takamiya Shopping District Promotion Association, which is now entering its third year.
Her other activities include live performance at Hakozaki Shrine's Hojoya festival and creating photo spots for the Daikoku Festival at Toka Ebisu Shrine.
DJ NaNaGo x Akiyuki Tsuru
DJ / Painter
This year, ART baseKMY presents "Katsuga Enbu" – a SUNSET LIVE ART PERFORMANCE by DJ NaNaGo and Akiyuki Tsuru. Against the backdrop of a setting sun, with the sea and sky constantly changing colors by the moment, this is a live art performance where sound, brushstrokes, and prayer become one. Experience the world of sound created by DJ NaNaGo combined with every single brushstroke by Prayer Artist Akiyuki Tsuru. This is a time not just to see the finished artwork, but to experience the very moment it is born. Music, art, dance, food, and people—come share this one-of-a-kind sunset session in the special setting of Nokonoshima.
MiomayumiArt
Painter
(Body Paint)
Add color to your body in a space where music and dance resonate.
Inspired by the moment, I will paint a one-of-a-kind body art exclusively for you. Enjoy a special piece of art that shines with every movement as you dance.
ART BASE KMY
An art base in Fukuoka where the passion of creators and diverse cultures intersect. A cozy space where you can not only appreciate artworks but also enjoy the atmosphere itself. Everyone is welcome! Looking for inspiration to make your daily life a little more exciting? Feel free to drop by and take a look.
color life Saku
Airbrush Artist
Fake Tattoos (Body Paint)
Turn your skin into a canvas and enjoy body paint freely! From realistic designs that look just like real tattoos to glamorous motifs, enjoy fake tattoos as a fun, effortless accessory tailored to your style. Treat yourself to a special art experience exclusive to this event.
Venue Artwork & Illustration
Eitoku Sugimori
(Ace Cedarwood)
Painter
Professor at the Department of Fashion Studies, Koran Women’s Junior College, and contemporary artist.
Winner of the FUKUOKA WALL ART PROJECT 2023.