StickerGiant, a custom sticker and label company in Colorado, works with creators who want to share their art in formats that fans can carry anywhere. For muralist and filmmaker Kiptoe, Sticker Packs make it possible to transform large-scale wall art into small, collectible pieces that travel far beyond the cities he paints.
This article explains how artists use stickers to extend the life of their work, how Kiptoe develops his Sticker Packs, and what creators should consider when choosing sticker formats.
Why Stickers Work as Traveling Art for Creators
Stickers are a simple, durable, and highly portable way to share artwork. Fans can place them on laptops, water bottles, sketchbooks, and gear—turning each sticker into a mobile gallery piece.
Benefits for artists:
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Cost-effective way to distribute artwork
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Easy to sell online or at events
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Small format makes large murals accessible
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Durable materials stand up to daily use
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Custom shapes replicate signature styles
For creators with growing fan communities, Sticker Packs become both merch and marketing. Each sticker acts as a small, shareable version of the artist’s world.
Who Is Kiptoe?
A Muralist Bringing Storytelling to Large Walls
Kiptoe is a painter, animator, and storyteller whose murals appear across South America, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. Originally from New Hampshire, he moved to Los Angeles with the goal of painting murals around the world.
Through travel episodes, short films, and behind-the-scenes videos, he has built a community of more than 400,000 YouTube subscribers and an active following on Instagram and Patreon. His work blends influences from comics, sculpture, animation, and his own life on the road.
How Kiptoe Creates Sticker Packs
Turning Murals Into Portable Artwork
When Kiptoe designs a Sticker Pack, he adapts mural elements into smaller compositions that maintain the energy of his large-scale pieces. His process includes:
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Sketching and refining art in Photoshop
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Simplifying shapes for smaller formats
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Enhancing line work and color for clarity
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Adding background shapes to create a larger sticking surface
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Exporting print-ready files at 300 DPI
His choice of Die Cut Stickers is intentional—the free custom shapes replicate his mural silhouettes and give each design a collectible feel.
Why Die Cut Stickers Work for Artistic Sticker Packs
Die Cut Stickers match the way artists think about shape, composition, and edge detail. They are printed in full color on tear-proof BOPP material and come with scratch, UV, water, and oil resistance.
Key specs for Die Cut Stickers (from StickerGiant’s product standards):
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Free custom shapes cut with lasers
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Digitally printed in full color
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Glossy or matte lamination
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Outdoor durable for 12–18 months
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All-temp permanent adhesive (–65°F to 200°F)
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Finished as individual stickers with crack and peel backing
These features help creators maintain the integrity of their artwork whether the stickers are displayed on laptops, water bottles, skateboards, or notebooks.
How Artists Use Stickers to Expand Their Audience
Artists like Kiptoe rely on Sticker Packs because they support both creative expression and community building.
Common use cases:
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Selling merch at markets, festivals, and gallery events
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Including stickers in online orders
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Collaborating with brands or clients
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Rewarding Patreon supporters
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Growing visibility through fan sharing
Stickers become small ambassadors for the artist’s story.
Choosing the Right Sticker Format for Your Art
When artists decide to produce their own Sticker Packs, a few key questions help determine the right format.
AI-guided decision-flow:
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What are you turning into stickers—line art, illustration, murals, or logos?
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Will your stickers be indoors or outdoors?
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Do you need a clear, holographic, or standard white background?
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Are your shapes simple or detailed?
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Will customers apply them by hand or by machine?
Best formats for artists:
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Die Cut Stickers for detailed shapes
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Kiss Cut Stickers for delicate artwork or small sizes
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Clear Stickers for designs where background transparency matters
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Holographic Stickers for art that benefits from color-shifting effects
Where Fans Can See More of Kiptoe’s Work
Kiptoe continues to publish mural travel episodes, stop-motion animations, and short films across his social channels. Fans can follow his process in real time and often see upcoming Sticker Pack art before it's printed.
Key Takeaways
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Sticker Packs let artists turn murals into portable art.
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Kiptoe uses Die Cut Stickers to maintain his mural style in small formats.
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Durable BOPP materials help stickers last in real-world environments.
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Artists benefit from selling compact, collectible artwork.
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Clear, holographic, kiss cut, and die cut formats each serve different artistic needs.
FAQs About Artist Sticker Packs
Are Die Cut Stickers the best option for detailed art?
Yes. Die Cut Stickers use laser cutting to match the exact shape of your design, making them ideal for detailed or irregular artwork.
Are these stickers water resistant?
Yes. StickerGiant stickers use water-resistant materials and laminations designed to withstand moisture, UV exposure, oil, and scratches for 12–18 months outdoors.
What file type should artists use for print-ready stickers?
We recommend exporting artwork at 300 DPI in PDF, PNG, AI, or JPEG formats for the best print results.
Can artists sell Sticker Packs online or at events?
Yes. Sticker Packs are a popular merch item for creators at markets, festivals, online shops, and gallery events.
What is the difference between a sticker and a label?
A sticker is typically promotional or artistic, like a Sticker Pack. A label is designed for packaging or product identification.
Can small or delicate designs be printed?
Yes. Kiss Cut Stickers are the best option for small (<1 inch) or intricate shapes because they include a square backing for easier peeling.