Art-o-mat® is an innovative brand that brings art to the masses through their unique art vending machines. Established in 1997 by artist Clark Whittington, Art-o-mat® is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The brand's inspiration came from observing a friend's Pavlovian reaction to the crinkle of cellophane, which sparked the idea to repurpose a banned cigarette machine into an art dispenser.

Initially, Art-o-mat® featured Clark's own black & white photographs mounted on blocks, which were sold for just $1. 00 each. The success of this venture led to the involvement of other local artists and the formation of Artists in Cellophane (AIC), the sponsoring organization of Art-o-mat®.

The mission of AIC is to merge the worlds of art and commerce in an innovative way, making art progressive yet personal and approachable. Today, Art-o-mat® continues to expand, offering a variety of original artwork from a diverse group of artists. With a mission to encourage art consumption, Art-o-mat® aims to make art accessible to all.

Explore their website to find an Art-o-mat® near you and get involved in this exciting art movement