Fair Poster

Event poster for our 2023 Firemen's Fair.

Each year, we release an exclusive poster design created by an artist in the local community. These vibrant works of art showcase the creative talent in Thibodaux and make for unforgettable souvenirs.

Limited Edition $50

This years poster is a 18x24 painting from Ms. Michelle Eroche of Thibodaux. Each print is individually numbered by the artist. This year's edition will be a circulation of ONLY 50 prints.

Artist Statement:
It was an honor to be chosen as the Poster Artist for this year’s Firemen’s Fair. Following in the footsteps of previous artists from the area, my goal was to bring something unique to this year’s artwork which reflects the special character of the event, along with my own artistic style.

As I reflected on the two main words -Firemen and Fair- I remembered riding on rides and playing games as a young child. It was the carrousel horses and Ferris wheel which I gravitated to as soon as entering the fairgrounds. As an adult, I think back to how much of my fair allowance I’d spend on winning a little stuffed toy…a little stuffed toy I could’ve gotten at the store for much less. But it was the challenge and reward of winning the game that was especially exciting.

This year’s artwork harkens back to fairs and carnivals of the past, bringing in retro elements with the carnival stripes, simplistic banner (a fire hose) and silhouetted fair rides. Staying simple was the goal, with the focal points being the event name and Daisy the Dalmation. Who doesn’t love a dog? The yellow tent is meant to welcome the viewer into the event, with the possibilities of adventure left to the imagination. And if the tent doesn’t do it for you, then Daisy is waiting for a big hug.
It's my hope this year’s artwork promotes the event, but also invites you into the fun that awaits.

Thank you, to the fair officials for allowing me to be a part of this year’s festivities.

Standard Edition

Various $20

Standard editions are unsold prints from all the previous year's fair. Each year is a limited run and are only available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST! It is not too late to start your collection.

About This Year's Artist

Michelle Eroche received formal training in oil and acrylic painting, and photography at LSU and Nicholls State. She characterizes her usual style as modern surrealism, using impasto techniques and sculpture painting.

Her art can be seen at various venues and has been accepted into regional and national juried shows including, but not limited to, the New Orleans Art Association's National Show, The Maine Pastel Society's National Show, and The Brush With Burden National Show. She has received many awards for her work.

Michelle is very active in art organizations and has served in leadership capacities. She is currently the president of the New Orleans Art Association, past secretary of The Bayou Regional Arts Council, past president of The Terrebonne Fine Arts Guild.

In addition to pursuing a career as a professional artist, she is a consultant with Premier Advisors and Consultants, where she is licensed in LA Commercial Real Estate. She is happily married to Bill Eroche, and together they have three wonderful children: Joanna, Samantha, and Jack.