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Narrative Material
About us:
Narrative Material is a multifaceted collaborative product development firm exclusively serving independent artists and cultural retailers worldwide.
In collaboration with our creative partners, we develop soft goods and accessories for both the body and the home. We offer low to no MOQ and efficient turnaround times.
About our Founder:
Katy Murphy is the owner and founder of Narrative Material. Hailing from Texas, Katy’s passion for the arts led her to pursue studies at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Currently based in Chicago, she is deeply dedicated to supporting the arts and collaborating with cultural institutions and non-profit retailers.
Through her company, Narrative Material, Katy’s mission is to curate, create, and promote artistic endeavors, producing compelling products that further tell the stories of both artists and artworks. Her unwavering commitment to the arts is evident in her desire to work closely with our MSA community, fostering growth and strength in the organization.
With a keen eye for creativity and a heart for the arts, Katy Murphy continues to significantly impact the artistic landscape, celebrating the power of storytelling and artistic expression through her work at Narrative Material.
Follow us as we pay homage to the world's greats, contemporary geniuses, and buzz-worthy new artists in partnership with your favorite cultural retailers.
Unemployed Philosophers Guild
The Unemployed Philosophers Guild traces its origins back to 1990, when two creative and determined brothers from New York, Stephan and David, found themselves grappling with the challenges of making a living. That initial success led to local stores expressing a keen interest in their products, and prompting requests for an expanded product line. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of our journey from selling on the streets to our present day “Ivory Tower.”
Today, thirty-five years after the the two brothers started making pins and earrings in their mother’s kitchen, the Unemployed Philosophers Guild stands proudly as a group of artists, writers, philosophers, and unconventional thinkers, forging ahead with creativity and resilience. Today, the Guild is comprised of eleven creative people who bring their unique passions and energies to creating gifts for your stores!
The Unemployed Philosophers Guild traces its origins back to 1990, when two creative and determined brothers from New York, Stephan and David, found themselves grappling with the challenges of making a living. That initial success led to local stores expressing a keen interest in their products, and prompting requests for an expanded product line. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of our journey from selling on the streets to our present day “Ivory Tower.”
Today, thirty-five years after the the two brothers started making pins and earrings in their mother’s kitchen, the Unemployed Philosophers Guild stands proudly as a group of artists, writers, philosophers, and unconventional thinkers, forging ahead with creativity and resilience. Today, the Guild is comprised of eleven creative people who bring their unique passions and energies to creating gifts for your stores!