Eric Vermilyea
Art Director & Graphic Designer
How did you get into the industry?
I got into the industry wanting to make skateboard graphics like the ones I grew up with. I went to college and found Graphic design. I worked in small agencies and large corporations, and currently freelancing throughout the US.
What inspires you?
Learning. I like to go down a lot of rabbit holes, whether it's music, art, food and design, I want to dive in to understand how it works and spin it.
What is your hometown?
Minneapolis
Favorite restaurant?
La Belle Vie- RIP
What do you like to do on the weekends?
Skateboarding, Snowboarding, Arting.
What is your favorite band or type of music?
I love me some Wilco.
What's the best piece of advice you've ever been given?
If work fails, it is your fault. Take all the blame. When work succeeds, give all credit to your team. Because they did it.
What book, movie read/seen recently you would recommend and why?
The movie "Ascenseur Pour L’echafaud" that Miles Davis improvised the sound track while watching the movie.
Are you a traveler or a homebody? Why?
I love traveling, but all my favorite things are at home.
