Show Notes:

[0:00-2:33] - Intro

[2:34 - 7:40] How to pronounce ‘Oregon’ and Steve’s upbringing in Portland.

[7:41- 9:52] Steve’s early inspirations and first exposure to art through his family.

[9:52- 14:17] Learning design fundamentals in school and discovering graphic design in college.

[14:18 - 17:33] Steve’s first design job as an illustrator and standing out in class.

[17:34 - 21:00] for the love of drawing.

[21:01 - 26:50] University of Oregon and developing a unique style at the Daily Emerald.

[26:51 - 30:17] Deciding on commercial art and getting notable exposure for designing.

[30:18 - 34:15] Starting a design career in advertising and advice to young artists

[34:16 - 37:10] Turning a local radio station into a design opportunity.

[37:11 - 46:33] Being picked up by Nike and working as a creative director.

[46:34: 53:59] Starting Sandstrom Partners and discovering a design niche

[54:00 - 1:03:40] Problem solving and favorite challenging projects

[1:05:55 - 1:07:22] Outro