The Inspiration

This project grew from my personal commitment to using what I already have before buying new things. One summer, I noticed a pile of saved cereal boxes stacking up in my kitchen, and that was the spark. Instead of letting them go to waste, I decided to turn them into art. It was a continuation of a habit I’ve embraced as an artist—finding creative value in the every day and using it to push my boundaries.

The Process

In the beginning, painting directly on cereal boxes wasn’t easy—some boxes would fall apart with too much paint. But then came an “aha” moment: I reinforced each box with scrap canvas and fabric from my stash, ensuring they’d last longer and could hold the layers of paint. With that issue solved, I started the pre-orders, giving each customer a unique version of my popular original paintings on a cereal box.

For these pieces, I worked with bold, primary colors and selected some of my most popular original paintings to recreate on the cereal boxes. Each piece had its own personality, thanks to the unique textures of the boxes and fabrics.

The Message

The heart of this project is a belief that’s guided me since my early days as an artist: you don’t need shiny new things to create something meaningful. I began painting on cereal boxes in my dorm room, and I still live by that lesson. This project was a reminder that anyone can start their creative journey with what they have—whether it’s a cereal box, a phone, or a pair of earphones.

The Impact

The response was overwhelming! My community embraced the message and the art, with many friends and fellow artists ordering pieces. It felt like a celebration of sustainability and creativity. People shared how the project inspired them to be more conscious of their own materials and start creating.