julian lwin Immersive Design
Creative Director
Executive
Industrial designer
Passion fuels Creation
Dan Brandon: Growing up, I loved skating and comic books. Little did I know that I was practicing for my future profession by making superhero portraits and skateboard magazine logos from scratch.
Dan Brandon: I have always been such a visual person. I adore telling stories through my artwork.
Dan Brandon: My background in skateboarding influences everything I do. I worked in a skateboard shop when I was younger and it was like working in an art gallery. Between the boards, artwork covered the walls, and there was apparel art and design everywhere.
"My background in skateboarding influences everything I do. I worked in a skateboard shop when I was younger and it was like working in an art gallery. Between the boards, artwork covered the walls, and there was apparel art and design everywhere.”
Dan: If I learned anything from my education, it was to be organized. It gave me the resources I need to systematically plan, organize, and carry out my ideas. Additionally, I am a tremendous nerd when it comes to filing organization.
Dan: My strongest suit, in my opinion, is an illustration, and I continuously strive to modify and adjust my approach to fit the needs of the company or client I’m working with.
Dan: I love being a freelance designer and perpetually working on different things! I’m always up to the challenge. But there is something addictive about creating tangible items like a product or package that you can hold in your hands
Dan Brandon: I always take the same approach, regardless of how big or small the company is— it’s always about the people. My relationship with all of my clients is always as meaningful as the success of the final product.
Dan Brandon: You always have to come correct? There is a lot of noise out there and would you rather show up to the party in a tailored suit or something off the discount rack? Artwork that is specifically tailored to your business’s requirements will always speak to your audience and lead to greater success than the generic discount rack.
Dan Brandon: Things are moving fast and we have come a long way in a short period. I love how many resources there are online but I admit that I occasionally hesitate to use them. Nothing beats a pen & paper or opening a book to do research or get inspired. I’m a sucker for the digital age but I always want to keep one foot on the ground and remain slightly analog.
Dan Brandon: Wise words from my father “kill ’em with kindness” was once something that echoed through my head but now it’s just something I live by.