Carnaval Miami Poster Artist Inspires Students at Mater Kiwanis Academy

Students create their own vibrant posters and explore their artistic talents during a special workshop led by the 2026 Carnaval Miami Poster Artist.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Students at Mater Kiwanis Academy in Miami participated in a special workshop called "You Are the Poster Artist" led by Maria Fernanda Vogel, the official Carnaval Miami Poster Artist for 2026. The event, organized in collaboration with the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, allowed the students to learn about creating balanced and impactful artwork while being encouraged to explore their own ideas and artistic voices. The students enthusiastically created their own posters, filling the classroom with color, excitement, and pride in their creations. Miss Carnaval Miami 2026, Fabiana Petruzzi, also joined the students to encourage them to pursue their dreams and believe in their potential.

Why it matters

The workshop provided an opportunity for students to feel seen, inspired, and empowered to imagine a future full of possibilities through the power of art and creativity. Events like this highlight how art and culture can inspire the next generation and encourage students to believe in their unique talents and voices.

The details

Throughout the workshop, students learned the fundamentals of creating balanced and impactful artwork while being encouraged to explore their own ideas and artistic voices. With guidance from Vogel, the children enthusiastically created their own posters, filling the classroom with color, excitement, and pride in their creations. The event also welcomed Miss Carnaval Miami 2026, Fabiana Petruzzi, who joined the students and shared in the excitement of the creative activity, encouraging them to pursue their dreams and believe in their potential.

  • The workshop 'You Are the Poster Artist' took place on March 9, 2026.

The players

Maria Fernanda Vogel

The official Carnaval Miami Poster Artist for 2026 who led the workshop.

Fabiana Petruzzi

Miss Carnaval Miami 2026 who joined the students and encouraged them to pursue their dreams.

Thomas Falcón

President of the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, which organized the workshop in collaboration with Mater Kiwanis Academy.

Eileen Hernandez

Principal of Mater Kiwanis Academy, which hosted the workshop.

Kiwanis Club of Little Havana

The organization that collaborated with Mater Kiwanis Academy to organize the workshop.

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What they’re saying

“My hope is that the students who attend feel honored, seen, and inspired to imagine a future where anything is possible for them. Through this workshop, I want them to understand that their creativity and their voices matter.”

— Maria Fernanda Vogel, Carnaval Miami Poster Artist 2026 (doralfamilyjournal.com)

“It is truly special to see the joy and creativity of these students as they explore their artistic talents. Moments like this remind us why our organization is committed to investing in young people and creating opportunities that inspire them to dream big and believe in their potential.”

— Thomas Falcón, President of the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana (doralfamilyjournal.com)

“We are honored to welcome the Carnaval Miami Poster Artist to our school. Opportunities like this allow our students to experience the power of art, creativity, and self-expression while reminding them that their talents can open doors to incredible possibilities.”

— Eileen Hernandez, Principal of Mater Kiwanis Academy (doralfamilyjournal.com)

What’s next

The Kiwanis Club of Little Havana and Mater Kiwanis Academy plan to continue collaborating on similar workshops and events that inspire and empower students through art, creativity, and community engagement.

The takeaway

This workshop demonstrates how art and culture can be powerful tools to nurture the creativity, confidence, and dreams of young students. By providing meaningful experiences that allow students to explore their artistic talents, organizations like the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana are investing in the next generation and helping them believe in their potential.