BEHIND THE BOX
This project started with nostalgia. Inspired by gritty street culture, this edition taps into thee world of the scuffed, graffiti splattered walls, and weathered textures.
I grew up in a conservative family where anything gritty or punk felt off limits. Creating this project became a small act of freedom. Proof that I'm free to express myself freely without fear of expectations. This box was one of my first attempts at reconnecting with something I thought I had once lost long ago.
Starting with a grungy and skater focused moodboard, I jumped right into illustrating. Unlike any other piece, I let it take me along for its ride as I built upon it, iteration after iteration, keeping scuffed and unpolished textures in mind.