From February 9–28, 2025, Mad Snacks was on exhibition in That Gallery, tucked inside the Visual Arts Building at the University of Wyoming. This show pulled back the curtain on the creative process, inviting viewers into the messy, thrilling evolution of an idea. At its core, Mad Snacks is about just that: the wild and unpredictable nature of creativity.

Mad Snacks is an original eating and drinking card game I developed and designed during my junior year at UW. It began as a final project for an advanced typography class where we were encouraged to push boundaries, including experimenting with AI. I used ChatGPT to help spark the initial concept. I knew I wanted to design something playful, so I built it around my three favorite college snacks: Pop-Tarts, Red Vines, and peanut butter. What started as a quirky eating game quickly evolved into something bigger, an immersive, interactive experience that blends your favorite drink, snacks, and fun in unexpected ways.

In addition to the game design I built a website to accompany the game. To learn more visit PlayMadSnacks.com.