Collection: Kempain Originals: Men's T-Shirts

Meet Jordan Kempain

Jordan Kempain is the founder of Kempain Family Outfitters and has been designing and illustrating professionally since 2009. He began his career at a marketing agency, executing complex visual strategies and managing digital and print assets for corporate and non-profit clients in Connecticut, New York City, and Washington, D.C.. A graduate of the University of Hartford’s Art School, Jordan earned his BA in visual communication design with a minor in illustration.

Beyond the digital canvas, Jordan is an active outdoorsman—participating in hunting, fishing, archery, and skiing—passions that inform every stroke of his pen. He lives in Putnam, Connecticut, with his wife, Sarah, and their son, Stephen. His illustration work is also featured in children’s books, including Naughty, Cira and Mike and the Magic Marble.

The Originals: Authentic Art for the Wild

Kempain Family Outfitters was born from a desire to create a brand where art and the wild converge. Every piece in our collection is made-to-order, featuring hand-illustrated designs inspired by the thrill of adventure and the beauty of nature.

• No Shortcuts: We maintain a strict policy against mass production, clip art, or off-the-shelf AI-generated graphics.
• The Maker’s Mark: From the first sketch to the final product, each design is infused with the "mark of the maker," reflecting the adventurous spirit of those who wear them.
• Buy Less, Buy Better: As a small, family-run business, we prioritize quality and heart, moving away from "fast fashion" toward heritage-quality gear.