Pittsburgh Artist Creates 32 Custom NFL Draft Stage Pieces

Kim Fox crafts multimedia works representing each team for the players' hallway

Apr. 15, 2026 at 11:38pm

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Pittsburgh artist Kim Fox has been commissioned by the NFL to create 32 unique multimedia pieces, one for each NFL team, to be featured in the players' hallway during the upcoming NFL draft in the city. Fox's detailed work involves hammering and assembling materials like wood, maps, and tin to capture the essence of each franchise.

Why it matters

The NFL draft is one of the league's marquee annual events, drawing massive viewership and media attention. Incorporating custom local artwork into the player experience helps create a sense of place and community for the draft, which is being hosted in Pittsburgh for the first time.

The details

Fox's pieces involve a wood substrate, a map of the city for each team's location, and intricate tin detailing. She has a process of creating numbered patterns, cutting the tin, and carefully assembling and tacking down the materials. The NFL approached Fox in January to collaborate on the project, and she has been working diligently to complete the 32 unique creations, each taking an estimated 10-15 hours.

  • The NFL draft will take place in Pittsburgh in late April 2026.
  • Fox was approached by the NFL in January 2026 to work on the project.
  • Fox has completed 12 of the 32 pieces so far, with many others at least halfway finished.

The players

Kim Fox

A Pittsburgh-based artist who has been commissioned by the NFL to create 32 unique multimedia pieces, one for each NFL team, to be featured in the players' hallway during the upcoming NFL draft in Pittsburgh.

National Football League (NFL)

The professional American football league that has hired Kim Fox to create custom artwork for the 2026 NFL draft in Pittsburgh.

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What they’re saying

“I don't know that I even really understand it yet. It feels amazing, and it feels really special and, like, a huge deal, but honestly, it's happened so fast.”

— Kim Fox, Artist

“They had a bunch of references to the patchwork tin that I do, and so that's really what I knew they were after.”

— Kim Fox, Artist

What’s next

The completed 32 custom pieces will be unveiled and installed in the players' hallway during the 2026 NFL draft in Pittsburgh in late April.

The takeaway

The NFL's decision to commission a local Pittsburgh artist to create unique, handcrafted artwork for the draft stage highlights the league's efforts to incorporate more community-focused elements and regional flair into its marquee offseason event. This collaboration showcases the artistic talent in Pittsburgh and the city's pride in hosting the draft.