Nelson Atkins Museum of Art – ShuttleCork 2026

A fresh pour of creativity.

Great wine. Great art. A new pairing of color and flair. DMH partnered with the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art once again to give ShuttleCork, its annual fundraiser, a fresh visual identity worthy of the occasion.

For 2026, our creative team mixed expressive typography with playful illustrations of wine bottles, glasses and the museum’s unmistakable shuttlecocks. Vibrant orange and rich plum paired with soft blue, lavender and cream, creating a look that felt both sophisticated and ready to celebrate. Letters danced across invitations and filled wine-glass and bottle silhouettes, making the words themselves part of the artwork.

From save-the-dates and invitations to event programs and email communications, the design brought a cohesive personality to every piece. An artful invitation to gather, raise a glass and support art education at the Nelson-Atkins.