Our Story
About the EvanRuby brand
Welcome to EvanRuby, where imagination meets style in every stitch! We're the crew behind those cool graphic tees that make getting dressed for school (or daycare) cool.
Picture this: It's 2020, and we're just a humble eCommerce store named Sancarol LLC, dreaming big dreams of creating a legacy, one tee at a time. Then, BAM! Enter COVID-19. Suddenly, our grand plans hit a speed bump and vanished quicker than you can say "wash your hands." But hey, we're resilient. We've seen more plot twists than a Netflix original series. So, we rolled with the punches, dodged a few virtual tumbleweeds, and emerged on the other side with a new name in 2022– EvanRuby.
Now, armed with a fresh moniker and enough coffee to power a small nation, we're back in action. We are busy at work, crafting designs that spark joy and spread positivity faster than a rumor in a middle school hallway. So, here's to regrouping, refocusing, and recharging. And just know that if life gives us lemons, we'll make lemonade-flavored tees. Stick around, friend. The adventure's just getting started.
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About the GrandsÂ
Ruby Jean Nash-Harris (1928-2016), Evan Ruby and Emiles Great-Grandmother, was the second oldest of 10, born in High Coal, West Virginia. Diagnosed with Polio at age three (3), doctors predicted she'd never walk again or have children. "Miss Ruby", unwavering in her spiritual beliefs (in God), persevered; walked again, married, raised a family, and served her community-at-large as a public school elementary teacher.Â
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Altha Mae Lowery (1928-2015), Evan Ruby and Emiles Great-Grandmother, was the fourth of 11 children, born in Ofahoma, Mississippi. Her heritage was Choctaw Indian (Choctaw: Chahta) are a Native American people originally based in the Southeastern Woodlands, in what is now Alabama and Mississippi). She played trombone as part of an all-girl band, "The Swinging Rays of Rhythm", while attending Piney Woods School. Altha Mae loved to study the word of GOD and as a prayer warrior she remained faithful in her walk with GOD her entire life.
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About the Artist
Carolyn McGlown, Evan Ruby and Emiles Grandmother, is the creative force behind EvanRuby's original artwork. Born and raised in Detroit, MI., Carolyn's journey as an artist began in her childhood, where she was encouraged by her mother to let her imagination run wild – even if it meant turning the house walls into her canvas.
Imagine being transferred to a six grade art class while in third grade, something she always remembers. "My mom didn't seem to mind when I drew crayon masterpieces on our houses walls" she recants. "However, drawing awesome artwork pictures on school assignment papers instead of words (on spelling tests) often landed me in the principal's office and ultimately in an advanced grade art class…"
After graduating from Cass Technical High School, Carolyn pursued her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the prestigious Center for Creative Studies, College of Art and Design. Her talent caught the eye of big names like Disney, Hallmark Greeting Cards, and Skidmore Design Studios. However, the road to success wasn't without its hurdles. Disney didn't extend a job offer, and Hallmark's recruiter made it clear they "didn't hire" people who looked like her.
Even during a six-week internship at a local advertising agency, Carolyn faced discrimination firsthand, confined to the mat room for the entire period. These experiences shed light on the systemic racism and lack of diversity in the art industry, highlighting the barriers faced by talented artists of color in the 70's. Despite the setbacks, Carolyn's determination never wavered. She found stability working at the US Postal Service, using her income to pave her way through college, support her family, and keep her artistic flame burning. Now, as a retiree, Carolyn has reclaimed her passion, with the help of her daughter Taylor, as the exclusive artist and owner of EvanRuby, bringing her unique vision to life with every stroke of the brush.
Carolyn's mission is to craft artwork that ignites dialogue, fosters creativity, and unites communities in supporting today’s youth. She firmly believes that art serves as a catalyst for personal and societal growth, drawing from our collective history to propel us towards a brighter future.
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