“the community is like a tree transitioning and growing every day, and the hands of our labor and love surrounds the hearts of those we truly cherish. the inspiration behind it was the beauty of the willow tree and hands of those who have helped me grow.” –dani, the artist behind this graphic.

this graphic was inspired by how much community support plays a role as we transition—being held up by the people who understand, empathize, and love us unconditionally as we design ourselves is an essential comfort when in metamorphosis.

this baby-soft unisex tee features a retro red ringer style (also available on a plain white tee), and the tree graphic wraps around the side so the heart goes right over your own.

artist: dani thomas (want more? check out her instagram under @ninjaprincessslayer )

this tee is part of the dfrntpigeon (pronounced “different pigeon”) fall transitions collection of 2018.

•  printed in portland, oregon

printed by new avenues INK, a portland-based screen-printing company providing paid job training and employment for at-risk and homeless youth.