The Seattle Polish Film Festival has announced the winner of its 2026 Poster Competition — Everett Goodyear, a Vancouver‑based screenwriter and graduate student in Cinema and Media Studies at the University of British Columbia. His bold, cinematic design was selected from 59 submissions, reflecting one of the strongest and most diverse pools of entries the festival has seen in recent years.
Festival organizers expressed gratitude to all participating artists, noting that the quality of this year’s submissions made the selection process both exciting and challenging. They emphasized that they “wish [they] could use all of the amazing designs” and encouraged artists to return with new work next year.
About the Artist
Goodyear’s creative work spans film, writing, and visual media — a multidisciplinary background that clearly informs the dynamic visual language of his winning poster. His academic and artistic practice at UBC centers on cinema and media studies, making his contribution a natural fit for the festival’s mission.
About the Festival
The Seattle Polish Film Festival, one of the longest‑running Polish cultural events in the Pacific Northwest, continues to highlight the depth and range of Polish and Polish‑connected cinema. Screenings will once again take place at SIFF Uptown Cinema, located at 511 Queen Anne Ave N in Seattle.
The festival is part of a broader ecosystem of Polish cultural activity in Seattle — from the Polish Home Association’s century‑long community presence to the many events and organizations featured regularly on Seattle Polish News.
