FOLD Kids Book Fest: Festival Poster 2026

Here is your first look at the festival poster designed by our 2026 Illustrator-in-Residence, Ruth Ohi!

The 2026 FOLD Kids Book Fest Digital Poster featuring a diverse group of kids, teens and an adult flying on books while snow, leaves and flowers fall from the sky. Illustrated by Ruth Ohi.
Illustrated by Ruth Ohi

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Meet the Illustrator-in-Residence

Ruth Ohi is an illustrator of over 60 children’s books, 23 of which she is also the author. Her books have been published in many countries and shortlisted for numerous awards. She was inducted into the Brampton Arts Walk of Fame this year and is now the 2026 Illustrator-in-Residence at FOLD Kids Book Fest. Her illustration can be found all over festival materials like the poster!

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