Our Mission
We believe in the power of simple messages. A single sticker can shift someone’s day, spark connection, and remind us all of our worth. Our mission is to share kindness, compassion, and community through creativity.
How It Started
What began in 2002 with 100 small stickers in Chicago has grown into a global movement. Over the years, millions of people have carried this message into their own lives, classrooms, and communities, proving that a simple idea can reach around the world.
Public Art for Everyone
Beyond stickers, we create sculptures, murals, and interactive art that bring this message into public spaces. From schools and parks to offices and city streets, our installations are reminders that art and kindness belong to everyone.
The Studio & Community
From our Chicago studio and gallery, we design, build, and share projects with the world. The studio is where ideas take shape and kindness becomes something you can hold, hang, or experience in person. Visitors are always welcome, and every order sent from here carries the same spirit of connection.
Who started You Are Beautiful?
The project was founded by Matthew Hoffman, an artist who believes that creativity should be approachable, shared, and rooted in positivity. What started as a personal project has become a community-driven effort that thrives because of people like you.