Oakland, CA's Jason Munn is the one-man machine behind The Small Stakes independent design studio. Along with some beautifully designed and silkscreen posters for such bands as Nada Surf, Death Cab for Cutie, Wilco and Blonde Redhead (to name but a few), he keeps busy with a range of visual designs including book covers and album packaging. Most recently, he's behind a few t-shirt designs …
by Valery Joseph When Matty Merrill founded his line Distilled, it was with the sole intent of encouraging inspired partnerships. Working with Oakland-based graffiti artist Adam5-100, the duo produced the Adam5-100 jacket. "We made a beautiful coat that not only performs in cold weather, but also addresses Adam's need for an accessible interior pocket—which can hold Adam's stencil rolls and spray cans—or, in the case …
Oakland-based artist Nat Russell’s t-shirts for Mollusk Surf shop showcase his increasingly recognizable style. My favorites include “Sea Kat” featuring his signature pipe-smoking lion motif, the “Kyle” shirt—which has a wavy-bearded man that bears an unintentional resemblance to musician Kyle Field of Little Wings—and “Totally Stoked,” one of three new designs for women available in two colors. All shirts are printed on the highest quality …
