What (DSGN)Cllctv does

DSGN CLLCTV is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered at 4150 Hamilton Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio, operating a multi-purpose creative space that functions simultaneously as a gallery, performance venue, and design studio. Its commercial activity centers on direct-to-consumer sales of original artworks, limited-edition screen prints, books, DVDs, skateboards, apparel, stickers, and patches through a Squarespace-hosted e-commerce storefront, with a curated roster of approximately eleven independent artists including KONQR, Brian Uhl, Justin Green, Girl Mobb, EMPR CTZNS, SPAZ, Tenzing, Chris Gliebe, Andre Hyland, Carol Tyler, and Bigfoot. The organization's mission explicitly targets empowerment of marginalized and at-risk communities through social justice-oriented creative expression, and proceeds from merchandise sales support this programming. Pricing spans a wide range, from $3-$7 stickers up to $2,700 mixed media originals, with most apparel and prints clustered in the $25-$75 band.

The technology layer is minimal: a standard Squarespace storefront with integrated cart and checkout, supplemented by local pickup at the physical Cincinnati venue and international shipping for select larger art pieces. No proprietary software, mobile application, API, or third-party platform integrations are disclosed. Marketing and distribution rely on organic website content (artist profiles, product imagery, mission statements) and physical gallery events as top-of-funnel channels; no paid acquisition, social advertising, or marketplace presence is referenced.

The business model is a one-time unit-pricing, direct-sales model without subscriptions, licensing, or recurring revenue components. The organization is governed as a nonprofit with no shareholders, parent company, or institutional investors disclosed. Operating geography is restricted to the United States with primary Midwest concentration, and no headcount, management team, partnerships, certifications, or funding history is publicly available in the source material.

Name

(DSGN)Cllctv

Legal name

DSGN CLLCTV

Website

https://dsgncllctv.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

DSGN CLLCTV is a Cincinnati-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating a multi-purpose creative venue and Squarespace e-commerce storefront that sells independent artist artwork, prints, apparel, books, and media to consumers and collectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Independent Art Marketplace

NAICS

Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131), Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers (7115), Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812)

akta.pro primary industry

Branded Documentary & Purpose-Driven Content (MPADAEAJ)

Keywords

• Independent art marketplace
• Creative nonprofit space
• Art gallery retail
• Limited edition prints
• Artist merchandise sales

Headquarters

HQ city

Cincinnati

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Art and Merchandise Sales: DSGN CLLCTV generates revenue through the direct sale of artwork, prints, posters, t-shirts, stickers, patches, pins, books, DVDs, skateboards, and other merchandise created by various artists. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, proceeds support the organization's mission of empowering marginalized communities through creative expression.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

DSGN CLLCTV operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform selling artwork, prints, posters, t-shirts, stickers, patches, pins, books, DVDs, skateboards, and other merchandise created by various independent artists. The organization also maintains a physical multi-purpose creative space in Cincinnati that serves as a gallery, performance venue, and design studio. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, proceeds support the mission of empowering marginalized and at-risk communities through creative expression.

Product overview

DSGN CLLCTV operates as a 501(c)(3) multi-purpose creative space in Cincinnati, Ohio, functioning as both an online art gallery/merchandise shop and a physical venue. The product portfolio centers on selling original artworks and limited edition prints by multiple artists including KONQR, Brian Uhl, Justin Green, Andre Hyland, Girl Mobb, EMPR CTZNS, SPAZ, Bigfoot, Tenzing, Chris Gliebe, and Carol Tyler. The KONQR collection represents a significant portion of offerings, featuring drawings created in Korean and Romanian prisons. Brian Uhl's 'Muse of' series covers diverse themes including Comedy, Dance, Erotic Poetry, History, Hymns, Flutes and Music, and Astronomy. The Justin Green collection includes Garbage Palt Kids (GPK) Alphabet works, Rock Legends posters, and vintage publications. Beyond merchandise, the organization provides community access to creative space for exhibitions, workshops, and performances, with a mission focused on empowering marginalized and at-risk communities through creative expression.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• KONQR Art Collection A collection of original drawings and artworks by artist KONQR, including pieces created in Korean and Romanian prisons, featuring drawings on various mediums including canvas, wood panels, and high voltage signs. Targeted at collectors of independent and socially-engaged art.
• Brian Uhl Art Collection Mixed media art prints and original works by Brian Uhl, including the 'Muse of' series covering subjects like Comedy, Dance, Erotic Poetry, History, Hymns, Flutes and Music, and Astronomy.
• Justin Green Art Collection Screen prints, posters, and merchandise by artist Justin Green, including works from Garbage Pail Kids series, Rock Legends posters, and vintage out-of-print publications.
• Andre Hyland Art Collection Screen-printed merchandise and stickers featuring Andre Hyland's drawings, including t-shirts and publications.
• Girl Mobb Art Collection Screen print collages, aerosol on canvas, and skateboard art by Girl Mobb, featuring works including the Grim Reaper series, Bay Area Landscapes, and ski mask series.
• EMPR CTZNS Art Collection Fine art giclee prints by EMPR CTZNS, including limited edition works like Pharaoh and Mona Lisa Likes to Party.
• SPAZ Art Collection Original art pieces by SPAZ including acrylic and spray paint works on canvas and skateboard, as well as mixed media on reflective signage.
• Bigfoot: Nature Vs. Technology Limited edition 8-color screenprint on ragstock by artist Bigfoot, signed and numbered with an edition of 50.
• Tenzing Art Collection Original works by Tenzing including screen prints, acrylic on wood, and risograph zines.
• Chris Gliebe Art Collection Screen prints by Chris Gliebe including Fall Risk Print (edition of 60) and Unheardof Print, featuring multi-color screen printing.
• Carol Tyler: Anatomy of a New Mom Vintage deadstock screenprinted t-shirt by Carol Tyler, originally published in 1988, printed by Last Gasp on Hanes 100% cotton tee.
• KONQR: Tuff to Kill Book 228-page full color book with text by KONQR, perfect bound with satin laminate cover and vellum dust jacket, 8in x 10in format.
• Konqr: Takeover 5 (Movie) USB flash drive containing Takeover 5 movie in two parts: Part 1 with 1 hour 22 minutes runtime and Part 2 with 58 minutes runtime.
• KONQR: The Takeover Kontinues IV (DVD) DVD documenting KONQR's takeover series, part of the documentary collection.
• Creative Space Rental & Gallery Access Physical venue access to the multi-purpose creative space in Cincinnati functioning as a gallery, performance venue, and design studio for community events, exhibitions, workshops, and collaborative projects.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Printed Matter: Non-profit bookstore and publisher dedicated to artists' books, with both physical retail and online sales. Comparable mission-driven model distributing independent artist publications and merchandise at multiple price points.
• Pioneer Works: Brooklyn-based non-profit creative space functioning as a gallery, performance venue, and design studio with mission-driven programming. Closest comparable hybrid model combining a physical venue, community focus, and artistic production/sales.
• Last Gasp: Publisher and distributor of underground, alternative, and counterculture art including posters, books, and merchandise. Comparable niche focus on alternative art distribution similar to DSGN CLLCTV's KONQR and underground artist offerings.
• Locust Projects: Miami-based non-profit art space supporting experimental art and emerging artists. Comparable model as a non-profit gallery and creative space hosting exhibitions, residencies, and community programming.

Broad incumbents

• Hauser & Wirth: International contemporary art gallery with multiple locations worldwide. Comparable as a gallery model featuring contemporary independent artists, though at much larger scale and broader artist roster than DSGN CLLCTV.
• Artsy: Global online art marketplace and database aggregating galleries, auctions, and artist works. Comparable as an online platform for art discovery and purchase, with broader scope including galleries, fairs, and auctions.
• Saatchi Art: Leading online art marketplace offering original artworks, prints, and limited editions from independent artists globally. Comparable as a platform connecting independent artists with buyers, but operates at significantly larger scale.

Regional players

• Visionaries + Voices: Cincinnati-based non-profit organization supporting artists with disabilities through studio space, exhibitions, and sales. Comparable mission-driven non-profit model in the same Cincinnati market with overlapping community focus on marginalized artists.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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