KATIE LEIMBACH
KATIE LEIMBACH is a graphic design whiz kid. She created our 2017 kayak race poster and is partnering with the Big Andrew - King of the Salmon team on a new logo, 2018 race map and other creative assets. Check out more of Katie's work on her website, www.katieleimbach.com, or follow her on Instagram: @kat_leim.
WHERE ARE YOU BASED?
I am based out of Portland, OR
PREFERRED FORM OF EXPRESSION?
I am a graphic designer with a passion for illustration! I also love painting and drawing.
WHAT’S YOUR INVOLVEMENT WITH THE BIG ANDREW?
This is my second year being a part of The Big Andrew team as their graphic designer for the Pacific NW chapter. Last year I designed the poster and this year I created the logo and will be creating the poster and merch.
WHAT’S SOMETHING YOU CREATED RECENTLY THAT YOU’RE PROUD OF?
Well, of course I am proud of the work I have created for The Big Andrew but I am also proud of an illustration I created for a new Podcast called The Portland 50.
BIGGEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION?
I draw a lot of inspiration from artists that use a lot of color! One artist I love in particular is Ashley Mary. I never shy away from things that are bold and bright. I have worked at radio stations the past 3 years so I also draw a lot of inspiration from music and album art.
BIGGEST LIFE ASPIRATION?
My biggest life aspirations are to be happy and to always be creating and learning. Career wise, I'd love to see myself as a lead designer or art director someday.
HAVE ANY PETS?
I have a golden retriever named Cooper. He lives with my parents but I still consider him mine :)
FAVORITE TRAVEL DESTINATION?
My favorite place I have ever been is the Cinque Terre in Italy. All of the colorful houses and beautiful nature were so inspiring. I still draw color inspiration from that trip for a lot of my work.
HOW DO YOU LIKE YOUR EGGS?
I like my eggs scrambled with lots of cheese and veggies.
FAVORITE MOVIE/WHY?
One of my favorite movies is Almost Famous because I love Kate Hudson's style through out and it has a great soundtrack.
COLIN BELL
Colin Bell is The Big Andrew's very first Artist in Residence. Colin worked with the organization filming a documentary on our most recent events, the 4th Annual Car Classic and the 10th Annual Surf Contest. Read our interview with the talented videographer below!
WHERE ARE YOU BASED?
Currently based in Boston, MA.
WHAT’S YOUR INVOLVEMENT WITH THE BIG ANDREW?
Paul & Ian brought me on to visually capture The Big Andrew 2017 & put together a short doc on the foundation as a whole.
WHAT’S SOMETHING YOU CREATED RECENTLY THAT YOU’RE PROUD OF?
Though I haven't quite finished a cut I'm happy to share, I recently had the opportunity to travel to Lanzhou, China and work on a documentary discussing the importance of electricity in a remote village of northwest China. I'm pretty stoked to finished that up.
BIGGEST ARTISTIC INSPIRATION?
To find a project or focus that truly excites me in every way & forces me to move beyond what is comfortable.
HAVE ANY PETS?
No pets unfortunately :(
FAVORITE TRAVEL DESTINATION?
Fjords in Norway
HOW DO YOU LIKE YOUR EGGS?
I'm easy, anything tasty. I guess if I had to choose, though, I'd probably go with fried.
FAVORITE MOVIE/WHY?
Too hard. Let's chat & I'll give you my list.
WHERE CAN WE FIND YOUR WORK (WEBSITE/INSTAGRAM/ETC)?
I try to update my site (colinjosephbell.com) as much as possible, but my social media is the best spot to see what I'm up to. Instagram is the best spot for sure. All my handles are @colinjosephbell.