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Hey there! I’m Curtis Townsend— a.k.a Curtis Brandsit, an artist and merch designer based in Seattle, WA.

I live and breathe art, apparel, and the craft of turning ideas into tangible brands you can wear, share, or collect. From custom headwear and screen-printed tees to limited drops and one-off collabs, this space is where my work and process come together.

Whether you’re an artist, brand, or everyday creative, my goal is to show what’s possible when design meets entrepreneurship—and help you create merch that actually connects with people

the purpose of this site

I want to make one thing abundantly clear: I’m no guru!

I certainly don’t have all the answers.

The purpose of this site is to share my journey and the lessons I’ve learned from nearly a decade in the trenches as a small business owner / solopreneur.

Over the past decade I’ve worked at the intersection of:

  • 🎨 Art & Design → From sketchbook to screenprint.

  • 👕 Merch & Apparel → Wearable stories that move people.

  • 🚀 Creative Entrepreneurship → Lessons from building brands and projects from scratch.

Here’s what I’ve learned along the way:

1. Merch is art you can hold in your hands. It’s a way to share your vision with the world—one hoodie, hat, or sticker at a time.

2. Ownership matters. Building your own creative projects is the best way to control your work and your future.

3. Now is the time. There’s never been a better moment to turn your art into something people can rep, collect, and treasure

How to Get Started

1. Get to Know Me

Check out my story and portfolio to see the art, apparel, and projects I’ve brought to life.

2. Join My Community

Sign up for my weekly newsletter Paper Planes—every Tuesday I share behind-the-scenes insights, design experiments, and merch inspiration.

Follow along on Instagram for daily design drops, sketches, and tips from the merch trenches.

3. Start a Project

Want to bring your  brand life?

Hit Start a Project and tell me what you’re working on. I’ll get back to you within 2–3 business days to set up a discovery call. From there, we’ll figure out how to make your vision real—whether it’s custom apparel, brand strategy, or merch design.

(Note: I’m usually booked 1–3 months in advance for strategy and design work, but I’m always open to talking about your project.)

✨ This site is equal parts art gallery, merch shop, and creative lab.
If you love design, apparel, and the idea of building your own brand—you’re in the right place.