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Mythic Mercantile

Every Piece Has a Legend

We didn't start a clothing brand. We started a mythology — one tee at a time.

Jason Frank — Founder, Mythic Mercantile
The Origin

Built from Nothing. Made for the Ones Who Know.

Mythic Mercantile started with a simple conviction: the things you put on your body should carry weight. Not just fabric — meaning. Every symbol, every name, every design in our catalog is drawn from the deep well of human mythology, folklore, and the stories we tell ourselves when the world gets hard.

Founded by Jason Frank — Art Director, Graphic Designer, and mixed-media fine artist — the brand grew out of three decades of creative practice and a 2020 life pivot that brought authentic expression to the center of everything. Shaped by mentors, built in community, and connected to the MoonMarks 501(c)(3) artist development mission.

No warehouse. No overstock. No waste. Every piece is made the moment you order it, printed direct-to-garment by fair trade partners who care as much about the craft as we do.

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The Maker

Jason Frank — 20+ Years Evolving Graphic Art

Jason is an experienced Art Director and Graphic Designer with over two decades of service in the industry. His expertise lies in cultivating aesthetic solutions in branding and marketing for both local and global enterprises. His creative flair and style have earned him recognition from regional and national Ad Federation's ADDY Awards, accumulating over 50 ADDYs in his market from 2003 to 2008.

Over time, Jason transformed his artistic expression into non-representational, mixed-media abstract paintings. In 2020, he experienced a significant life change and embraced the homemaker paradigm to raise his newborn. During this time, he discovered the joy of authentic expression through art-making — connecting with inspiring art tribes and mentors online, and doubling down on workshops to fill any gaps in his formal training. Mentors include Nicholas Wilton, Lewis Noble, Louise Fletcher, Pamela Coughey, Judy Woods, and Alice Sheridan.

Currently residing in California's San Joaquin Valley, Jason's vision is to connect with regional curators for emerging art, participate in exhibitions, and serve collectors who appreciate rare, curious aesthetics. He aims to position himself as an authority in his field while remaining humble and compassionate, earning trust and new opportunities along the way.

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"Shaped by three decades of Graphic Design, Art Direction, and Transformation — my journey into fine art has become an entry point to developing an authentic voice and visual language."

— Jason Frank, Founder

The People

The Mythic Mercantile Team

Jason Frank

Founder & Creative Director

Art Director and Graphic Designer with 20+ years in branding and marketing. Over 50 ADDY Awards (2003–2008). In 2020, Jason embraced a life change and discovered authentic expression through fine art — building a practice in non-representational, mixed-media abstract painting. Shaped by mentors including Nicholas Wilton, Lewis Noble, and Louise Fletcher. Based in Fresno, CA.

Jeffrey Conway

Co-Founder

A core part of the Mythic Mercantile team, bringing creative vision and collaborative energy to the brand's development and community-building efforts.

Laura Bolton-Starr

Artist & Collaborator

Laura's photography from Bali became the foundation of the Mythic Mercantile launch collection — Buddha collages layered with textures and moments that bridged different places through shared presence.

Luke Schafer

Team Member

Part of the creative collective behind Mythic Mercantile, contributing to the brand's vision of art-driven apparel and community-supported creative development.

The Process

Made in Real-Time. Zero Waste.

01

You Order

The moment your order is placed, the process begins. Nothing exists in a warehouse waiting. Your piece is made for you, and only you.

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We Print

Direct-to-garment printing means your design is applied with water-based inks directly onto the fabric — no screens, no setup waste, no minimums. Vivid color, soft hand feel, built to last.

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Fair Trade Fulfilled

Our fulfillment partners are certified fair trade operations. Every person who touches your order is paid fairly and works in safe conditions. That's not a footnote — it's the foundation.

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Ships to You

Your order ships in 3–5 business days. Tracked, packaged with intention, and ready to become part of your story.

DTG printing process
What We Stand For

The Values Behind Every Piece

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Made to Order

We produce nothing until you ask for it. No overstock. No landfill. Every piece is made with purpose, for a specific person, at a specific moment.

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Fair Trade Always

Every fulfillment partner we work with is certified fair trade. Ethical labor isn't a marketing claim for us — it's a non-negotiable condition of doing business.

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Zero Waste Printing

DTG printing uses water-based inks and produces no screen waste, no setup waste, and no excess inventory. The most sustainable garment is the one that was needed.

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Meaning Over Volume

We'd rather make fewer things that matter than flood the market with noise. Every design in our catalog earns its place.

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Storytelling First

Every piece in our catalog has a legend behind it — a myth, a symbol, a story worth wearing. We're not selling shirts. We're selling artifacts.

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Built for the Tribe

This brand exists for the builders, the wanderers, the ones who've crossed their threshold. If you're here, you already know what this is about.

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Made to Order

Fair Trade

Certified Partners

3–5 Days

Ships in

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Overstock. Ever.

Community

Powered by MoonMarks

Mythic Mercantile is an apparel initiative connected to MoonMarks — a 501(c)(3) artist development agency. Portions of every purchase directly support working artists, workshops, mentorship, and creative community development.

Creative Services

Work With Jason

Whether you're looking for a personal commission, a custom work for your space, or something deeply meaningful — Jason brings an amazing energy to every collaboration. The goal is always to enhance your space with something that carries genuine feeling.

Services include original commissions, branding and identity work, creative consultation, and 1-on-1 art mentorship sessions (15 and 30-minute intros available).

Art that tells your story.

Original Commissions

Custom mixed-media abstract paintings for residential and commercial spaces.

Branding & Identity

20+ years of award-winning design expertise applied to your brand.

Creative Consultation

Art-Life-Balance coaching and creative development for practicing artists.

Art Mentorship

1-on-1 sessions for artists at any stage. 15 and 30-minute intros available.

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Find Your Legend

Every piece in the shop has a story. Browse the collection and find the one that's yours.