Introducing our artist for 2026, the incredible Sophie Bass! The brains behind our gorgeous lineup poster and lush new illustrations 🎨

"Hi! I’m Sophie, a London based Illustrator of mixed British and Trinidadian heritage. I make art exploring music, mythology, symbolism and social justice.

I have three main areas of work - in the music world designing record covers, in the publishing world illustrating children’s books and in the artivism world producing political pieces and community projects.

I work by hand, employing traditional techniques with gouache and pen to create contemporary images characterised by strong figures, vivid colours and an energetic style!

I created my Shambala artwork by combining hand drawn illustrations and painted textures in a collage style, I hope it conveys the warmth and electricity of this special festival."

Discover more of Sophie's work (and shop her prints!) here: sophiebassillustration.bigcart… x

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