Hi! I’m JPG — graphic designer by trade, original Masonic necktie designer at heart, troll/memer by night, husband, and dad. My online friends know me by my brand name, @FraternalTies.
FraternalTies®, established in 2009, is primarily an original necktie brand exclusively designed for Freemasons. As a graphic designer, I also specialize in crafting Masonic seals, logos, and other custom creations.
FraternalTies is a very small operation, and my role is not limited to designing the merchandise. I am the product designer, web admin, content creator, copywriter, photographer, and—perhaps the most important role of all—the shipper and handler. I personally inspect, pack, hot-wax seal, and ship our ties and watches.
I’m an engineering dropout and a self-taught graphic designer with a passion (obsession) for comparative religion. I also love shapes, forms, gematria, geometry, Kabbalah, Christianity, Greek metaphysics, and anything from Albert Pike and Manly P. Hall. All of these influences find their way into my designs, especially the FraternalTies® Original Jacquard-Woven Silk Neckties for Freemasons and the 357 21-Jewel Automatic Watch Series.
This doesn’t mean I’m a professional expert (or anything of that nature), but I am a verified WikiHow contributor on topics relating to Freemasonry, symbolism, and conspiracy. Every once in a while, I also give educational talks on certain topics that are near and dear to me. If you’re a Freemason in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) and would like to attend one of my lodge’s regular education nights, let me know.
FraternalTies® products are never mass-produced and are supported by a real Brother you can reach directly by phone, WhatsApp, or social media.
If you enjoy what I share on social media, you can show your support by purchasing our products or by sharing our links with your friends.
Thank you for your support.
— John Paul “JPG” Gomez