Coffee with Michael Swearngin

Coffee with Michael Swearngin. I first met Michael at a gas station, literally at the gas pump. He made a commit about some graphics he saw in my car which lead to a lengthy conversation about design, art and changes in those worlds. I looked up his work on-line and was impressed, even attended one […]

Coffee with Dino – Kimberley Boege

Coffee with Kimberley Boege. The dynamic and energetic Kimberley Boege. Kimberley is a juggler of sorts with more interests and various skills than many can dream of. She is a bundle of energy, has a warm personality, a big smile and by the way, great hair. I find her fascinating. Kimberley is a wonderful conversationalist, […]

Coffee with Dino – Christine Johnson

Coffee with Christine Johnson. Have you ever had a moment where you spend a little time with someone and quickly feel that they could easily be one of your best friends? That was my experience with Christine. Her persona is so comforting, casual, honest and fun. These personality traits show in her photographic work. Christine […]

Coffee with Dino – Tony Auston

Coffee with Tony Auston. Recently an old friend, and someone I admire, was in town and of course we made time for a cup of coffee and a visit. Tony and I first met many, many years ago in graphic design school at Chico State. We spent more hours than I can recall together in […]

Coffee with Dino – Crista Cloutier

Coffee with Crista Cloutier. Crista and I met some years ago at an event she was hosting. We soon became friends, maybe for our shared affection of pancakes. Crista is a fascinating  lady with a soothing tone to her voice, a big smile and great laugh. Crista is an artist, photographer, writer, storyteller, curator, and […]

Coffee with Dino – Frank Ybarra

Coffee with Frank Ybarra, Frank is an artist and storyteller. His paintings are usually a reflection of his life and interests; family, friends, heritage, youthful memories, food, music and his Arizona upbringing. Frank is a soft-spoken man with a cool demeanor, which is a bit of a contrast to his bright, colorful, fun and lively […]

Coffee with Dino – Marvin Forte

Coffee with Marvin Forte, Marvin is as well versed, on a variety of subjects, as anyone you may meet. It’s always a pleasurable and interesting conversation to sit with Marvin. It’s evident that Marvin is one of these people that care, about the world and the state of graphic design. He is just a well-rounded […]

Coffee with Dino – John Randall Nelson

Coffee with John Randall Nelson. John is one smooth individual, they way he walks, talks, dresses and generally carries himself. He has this aura of confidence combined with an inquisitive nature that makes him incredibly easy to converse with. It’s rather refreshing. At first glance, John is the quintessential artist. You would never know he […]

Coffee With Dino – Jacques Barbey

Coffee with Jacques Barbey. There is nothing typical about this young bohemian man, not his photographic work or his views of the world. Jacques is one of those people you find yourself jealous of after a few minutes of conversation because of his intelligence and creative spirit. His energy and thought process is inspiring, I […]

Coffee with Dino – Scott Baxter

Coffee with Scott Baxter. “It’s not about the photo, it’s the story behind creating it”-SB. And by golly does this guy have stories; from landowners to ranch hands, from little kids to CEO’s of major companies. Scott is a commercial photographer as well as a renowned fine art photographer. His photos speak volumes, he loves […]