Adam Turman – State Fair Commemorative Art Writing/Essay/Journal Almost 2 million people attend the Minnesota State Fair annually, or between 100,000 and 250,000 each day of the Fair. Write about your experience at a state fair or another large event. How did it feel to be surrounded by so many people? Was it “sensory overload”?

Activity Since 2004, the Minnesota State Fair Foundation has commissioned a local artist to create an annual commemorative poster. In 2015, screen printer Adam Turman created a whimsical and colorful landscape featuring the Fair’s most beloved and iconic landmarks. Create a poster to advertise an event or activity that you’re involved in. How can you visually represent the event while also providing relevant information and encouraging people to attend?