Thirteen with ties to Buffalo State create artwork for new Bills stadium

Earlier this spring, artists were chosen via a competitive process to create artwork for the new Buffalo Bills stadium. This project brings together more than 45 artists and art teams, and thousands of community members to create a permanent, site-specific art collection throughout the new venue.

The selection process included three separate open calls specifically for local artists, covering ceiling artwork, wall-based art, and murals. In total, 433 applications were received.

Shasti O'Leary Soudant, assistant professor of art and design, and Jalen Wright, assistant director of academic standards and coordinator for academic intervention were both selected for the project, as well as the following Buffalo State alumni:

• Kari Achatz
• Julia Bottoms
• Andrew Fries
• Bree Gilliam
• Tom Kegler
• Bethany Krull
• Charles Tingley
• The Solo Roths: Matthew Sagurney and Robert Lynch
• Susan Ferrari Rowley
• Ann PerrySmith

The completed collection will feature artwork in 40 locations throughout Highmark Stadium, including sculptural ceiling installations, large-scale murals, and wall-based works of various sizes. These thematic, public-facing pieces will become part of the stadium's permanent collection. The work will be unveiled when the stadium opens for the 2026 Buffalo Bills season.

Photo by Jesse Steffan-Colucci.