About The Brand

How we started

Contrast Muse originated in 2019 as a somewhat joint venture between two visual artists with the idea of bringing together two contrasting art styles into one unified collection. Unlike our peers in the art world, we didn't want to just create merch of our art, but rather create art unique to the brand and its name.

While the brand's name plays to concepts related to art, it's somewhat deeper than that. Through art, but also largely throughout life we seek some sense of approval or validation in what we are and what we do, which often times drives us in a direction opposite of what we want and need. Contrast Muse signifies going against that "norm" of allowing people to dictate your life even if unintentionally, but instead to be your own person and do whatever makes your happy despite anyone's input. So when we say "Live In Contrast. Be Your Own Muse." we mean just that.

Where we are today

Due to the pandemic and conflicting schedules, Contrast Muse didn't see the full launch as planned in 2020 and was going to come to an end completely. Marcia Oliver, the brand's owner and driving force decided to relaunch all on her own in March of 2021 after growing tired of helping others with their businesses. 

Marcia, is both a visual artist and creative writer, with 13 years of experience designing and customizing clothes. She began her journey first hand painting her original artwork, custom designs, and portraits onto pretty much any and everything from t-shirts and hoodies to jeans and sneakers. From there she moved on to starting a brand with her brother called Major Envy, which is where they ventured into screen printing and mass producing their designs.

Contrast Muse is a cumulation of all of Marcia's years of creating both art and clothing.