Walter Knabe’s Poster Design Unveiled by Super Bowl Host Committee

Wednesday night was an exciting evening as the Super Bowl Host Committee unveiled the official Super Bowl XLVI welcome poster at the Indianapolis Conrad which was designed by Walter Knabe.  Knabe was chosen to design the poster over several other Indiana artists by The Cultural and Arts Programs committee of the Host Committee.  Knabe’s studio is located at Indiana Design Center and he is internationally known for his fine art, fabrics and wall coverings and his client list includes Michael Jordan, Richard Gere and Madonna.

“We are proud to announce local artist Walter Knabe as the artist of the Host Committee’s
commemorative poster,” said Allison Melangton, President and Chief Executive Officer of the
2012 Super Bowl Host Committee. “The poster highlights our impressive local talent and honors
the commitment and excitement of the city as a host.”

True to Knabe’s dynamic artistic style, the poster includes Lady Victory from the Soldiers and Sailors Monument alongside Lucas Oil Stadium, the Host Committee logo and an official NFL football.  Knabe is no stranger to creating commemorative pieces.  In 2010, he was the first Indiana artist selected as the Official “500 Artist” for the Indianapolis 500 which included several manifestations of his 2010 painting that is now part of the IMS’ permanent art collection.

Congratulations, Walter!