If you’ve seen the buzz around the 6th Annual Bainbridge Jazz & Blues Festival happening this weekend in downtown Bainbridge, you may have already admired the vibrant artwork promoting the event. What you might not know—unless you looked closely at the bottom left corner of the official festival poster—is that the artwork was created by a familiar local name: Rebecca Cole.
Mrs. Cole, the art teacher at Bainbridge High School, was selected to design the official artwork for this year’s festival, and her illustration has quickly become a standout symbol of the event. The piece features a soulful, blues-playing bull seated with a guitar, blending bold color, movement, and personality—perfectly capturing the spirit of jazz, blues, and downtown Bainbridge.
The festival artwork is more than just a promotional image; it’s a celebration of local talent. Mrs. Cole’s signature style and creative storytelling shine through, reflecting both her artistic skill and her deep connection to the Bainbridge community. Her work is now displayed across marketing materials for one of the city’s most anticipated annual events, putting a Bainbridge High School educator’s creativity on full display for residents and visitors alike.
For students at Bainbridge High School, seeing their teacher’s artwork featured so prominently serves as a powerful reminder that creativity can open doors far beyond the classroom. For the community, it’s another example of the incredible talent found right here at home.
So as you enjoy the music, the atmosphere, and the energy of the Jazz & Blues Festival this weekend, take a moment to appreciate the artwork that helped bring it all to life—and the Bainbridge Bearcat artist behind it.