About the Artist

Matthew Hoffman is a public artist and designer best known as the custodian of You Are Beautiful, a global movement that began in 2002 and has since grown to over 10 million stickers and more than 100 permanent installations worldwide. His approachable, text-based works transform public spaces into places of positivity and connection, blending playful accessibility with refined craftsmanship.

Beyond You Are Beautiful, Hoffman creates text-based sculptures, murals, and installations that are as inviting as they are iconic. His large-scale works are fabricated in durable, sustainable materials such as recycled plastics and metal, designed to withstand the outdoors while encouraging interaction. Each piece transforms everyday environments into places of reflection and joy, often developed in collaboration with members of the community.

Based in Chicago, he runs a small but mighty studio that fabricates many works in-house while also coordinating with third-party fabricators and installers for larger commissions. His approachable, collaborative style has made him a trusted partner for cities, schools, corporations, and neighborhood groups alike. His projects span public spaces inside and out, extending the same spirit of connection into cultural institutions, corporate settings, and private homes.

Through his work, Hoffman aims to create moments of kindness and connection in the public realm, whether that is a climbable sculpture in a park, a sticker passed between friends, or a phrase that stops someone in their tracks.

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