Merch Winter Drop 001 - "I want to be an artist" Adult Shirt

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At Kaleidoscope Collective, we believe that everyone can be an artist. Whether you're making, supporting, or just showing up to cheer someone on…we’ve got space for you. These tees are designed to reflect our values: openness, joy, color, and unwavering support for local art and the people who create it. Support Local.

"I want to be an artist" Adult Tee

Consider this your new favorite statement tee—the one that feels equal parts nostalgic, empowering, and a little bit rebellious in the best way. Inspired by childhood daydreams, sticker-plastered sketchbooks, and the joyful reminder that it’s never too late to chase what lights you up, this shirt celebrates every adult who’s still growing, learning, and creating.

At Kaleidoscope Collective, we believe that becoming an artist isn’t about age—it’s about curiosity, courage, and showing up for your craft (whatever that looks like). This tee is for the painters, the doodlers, the musicians, the makers, the supporters—and for anyone who’s finally ready to say out loud: I’m an artist, too.

Printed on a soft, cream-colored base, the design keeps things bright and warm with its retro flower graphic and bold affirmation: “I want to be an artist when I grow up.” It’s equal parts playful throwback and modern creative energy—perfect for studio days, coffee runs, gallery nights, or anywhere inspiration strikes.

Comfortable, versatile, and built to become that lived-in, always-reaches-for-it favorite, this tee feels like a reminder you didn’t know you needed: you can grow up and still choose to dream.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
• Retro-inspired print with feel-good, nostalgic energy
• Soft cream base—easy to style, easy to love
• A daily reminder that creativity has no age limit
• Perfect for makers, art-lovers, and late-blooming dream-chasers
• Designed to celebrate courage, color, and community

Wear it as a declaration, a nod to your inner child, or a promise to keep creating—no matter how grown-up life gets.

Designed by local artist Shaye Anderson (@westhandco) and screen-printed in Little Rock, Arkansas by our friends at Electric Ghost, this tee is more than just clothing—it’s a statement of community, creativity, and unapologetic love for art.