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A Summarized Love Story
Master Printer. Graphic Designer...
Hi. My name is John Opiola.
John Opiola – Founder, Supertight Print Club
John Opiola’s creative journey began in the late ‘90s, cutting his teeth on computer graphic design as a high schooler in 1998. By his early 20s, he was an armature designer for underground party and event flyers, sharpening his eye for comically psychedelic, impactful visuals.
The leap into screen printing came in the winter of 2010—starting humbly in his kitchen. In 2011, he committed fully, aiming to elevate his trunk-sold clothing brand, KRLXNST (pronounced KRL-X -NASTY). To build real skill, he planted himself inside a local print shop, learning the process from the ground up.
By 2015, John had earned Master Printer status and led production floors at several high-volume shops across Illinois. But his vision stretched further.
Around 2017, he carved out his own private art studio in the basement of a funeral home—printing personal art during off-hours. Word got out. The eerie location sparked curiosity, and soon the basement shop was buzzing with print requests from businesses, parties and streetwear brands. KRLXNST took a back seat as the demand for custom work exploded.
In 2018, he began operating under the name Crow and Bier, officially stepping into full-time garment printing and design consulting from his DIY studio.
By May 2022, John outgrew the funeral home and needed more space for activities. Out of respect for the original name and location—and with a clearer vision for what’s next—John rebranded as Supertight Print Club: A one-man print powerhouse built on quality, craftsmanship, top-tier gear, and a no-bullshit drive to be one of the sickest shops in the Midwest.
Supertight isn’t just a commercial print shop—it’s the result of decades of grind, lessons earned the hard way, and an obsession with art and traditional screen printing.
Today, it’s a launchpad for collabs with all kinds of creatives who are unapologetic to make awesome shit.
"We’re not just here to crank orders to pay bills. Im trying to do something and be heavily regarded in the print community organically. My shop is a safehouse for artists who know the real magic happens when you push limits and build bold ideas together. Supertight has evolved into a brand people are proud to rep...And I’m not slowing down. Get this beast is off the leash...lets see what happens."
xo
johnny