Naia Montgomery's astronaut bunny Michigan I Voted sticker design

From Space Bunnies to Superman Ice Cream: Michigan's “I Voted” Stickers Bring Creativity to Election Day

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Michigan voters heading to the polls Tuesday, November 3, may find more than candidates and ballot proposals awaiting them. They may also discover creativity in the state's newest “I Voted” stickers. From an astronaut bunny to Superman ice cream and familiar Michigan construction barrels, nine winning designs celebrate the imagination of residents across the state. The artwork adds a playful touch to a longstanding Election Day tradition.

Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson announced the nine winning designs on August 18 following a statewide contest that attracted 2,095 submissions. More than 53,000 votes were cast in the public selection process. The contest invited elementary and middle school students, high school students and residents of all ages to submit original, nonpartisan artwork. Three winning designs were selected from each category.

Among the winners is Detroit student Naia Montgomery, whose space bunny illustration features an astronaut holding an American flag and a colorful voting message. Aleymi Perez Ramos of Romulus created a frog design, while Aryana Lintz of Berrien Springs contributed a sleepy cat. Together, the three young artists earned recognition in the elementary and middle school category. Their work shows how young people can participate in civic life even before they are old enough to vote.

Michigan's high school winners also drew inspiration from the state's distinctive identity. Lenore Coil of Saginaw created a design resembling a Michigan license plate, while Ahmad Bazzi of Dearborn Heights highlighted the state's scenery. Keirsten Sturm-Richmond of Remus honored the Edmund Fitzgerald, the Great Lakes freighter lost in 1975. Each design connects voting with a piece of Michigan culture and history.

The general-entry winners brought humor and everyday Michigan experiences into the competition. Maddie Tallman of Woodhaven created a design featuring the expression “No, yeah,” while Lisa Damesworth of Redford Charter Township celebrated Superman ice cream. Hilarie Williams of Oak Park turned Michigan road construction into election-themed artwork. Their designs reflect the state's character through recognizable images and expressions.

The contest began in 2024 following a recommendation from Michigan's Collegiate Student Advisory Task Force. Its purpose is to encourage civic participation and give residents another opportunity to engage with elections. This year's submissions represented approximately four times the number received during the inaugural competition. Winning stickers were made available for local election clerks to order for the November general election.

Sticker availability may vary by polling location because local clerks determine which designs to order and distribute. Michigan's general election takes place Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Residents can find official voter information, polling locations and ballot details at Michigan.gov/Vote. Whether voters leave with a space bunny, a construction barrel or a traditional sticker, the most important message remains the same: make your voice heard.

Image caption: “Even Space Bunnies Vote!” Detroit student Naia Montgomery created this winning 2026 Michigan I Voted sticker design. Artwork: Naia Montgomery. Source: Michigan Department of State. Reproduction permission: pending verification.