Born To Breathe

Showcase Gallery

"Burring After Party"

Submitted by Jennifer

This art piece is a creative approach at unveiling the very nature of big tobacco strategies. Tobacco and vaping products are all dressed up for a party with the promise of candy/fruity flavors, yet inside lurks harmful chemicals and lifelong addiction.

"The Change"

Submitted by Fiona

An inspiring art piece that reveals the impacts that commercial tobacco addiction is having on mental health. The details of the internal mind talk of someone who grows increasingly addicted to vapes really stand out and is reflected well in the before and after in the eyes of the portrait.

"They Target Your Kids"

Submitted by Lillian

An eye opening art piece that emphasizes how commercial tobacco companies are targeting youth.

"CUUL"

Submitted by S.T.O.R.M Youth Coalition

A satirical approach of making a vaping commercial that spoofs the real effects of these harmful products. The ensemble did a great collaboration including a real local police officer.

"Choose the Right Direction "

Submitted by Aleea & Faith

Exposing the impact of peer pressure in this well thought out, scripted, staged video and how vaping can get in the way of bigger dreams.

"Nicotine Salad"

Submitted by Armondo

Through humor and creativity this video highlights the disconnect between the image that is portrayed with vaping and flavor marketing and the reality of it. Which is filled with dangerous chemicals that will cause harm to the human body.

"Reasons Why"

Submitted by Helena

Big tobacco is not only affecting humans directly but indirectly by destroying the beauty of our environment.

"Youth"

Submitted by Emma

Big Tobacco advertising targets youth through trendy imagery and celebrities. This video really emphasizes the colorful packaging intended to attract younger audiences.

"Vaping and Flavors"

Submitted by Lourdes

Addressing the facts, including the physical impacts that vaping has on the brain and heart. Offers information for the smoker's helpline and potential dangers with the Covid pandemic.

"Anti-Smoking"

Submitted by Kai

Facts about how tobacco use affects health, youth and the environment.

"Reasons to Not Start Smoking Tobacco "

Submitted by Malakai

Encourages peers to stay way from commercial tobacco.

"Smoking is Bad for Your Teeth "

Submitted by Andrew

Brings awareness to the health effects of tobacco use.