More Than Just a Hammer
I am a self-taught graphic designer with an abiding love of the outdoors. I have a degree in Materials Science & Engineering from MIT and have worked as a high-temperature metallurgist in the petrochemical engineering and construction industry, a master ski-lift technician and sign maker for the Steamboat Ski Resort, as well as ten years as a freelance designer based in Madison, WI. The diversity of my experience has allowed me to bring unique perspectives to bear on a wide variety of projects, from integrated wayfinding/placemaking solutions and 3D urban modeling, to ski resort maps, logo and branding work, as well as a wide variety of primarily vector based illustration. I have recently returned to Colorado and look forward to expanding my client base in the mountains.
What People Are Saying
“If I am ever in need of creative help, Dan is the first person I always reach out to.”
"Dan has been working with us as a freelancer for several years, and can always be counted on to be a reliable, dedicated designer, bringing creative, well thought out design to every project he works on. Dan’s personality was the perfect fit for our small creative team, and he went out of his way to be a positive and supportive member. Dan even helped mentor the junior members of our team, being encouraging as well as a valuable resource. If I am ever in need of creative help, Dan is the first person I always reach out to."
— Eric Roell, Creative Manager, WPS Health Solutions
“Dan’s knowledge of not just way-finding programs, but also how people use trails, helped us get signs in the right spots the first time. He developed a sign program that fit our character and budget. Dan guided us through selecting what information to show and how to show it in a clear, universally understandable way. We had a number of time challenges during our project, and Dan was able to accommodate each deadline.”
— Janet Hruby, PE, PTOE, Former City Engineer, City of Steamboat Springs, CO
“Dan Lemmer provided Steamboat with a unique skill set: first, the ability to develop a comprehensive, resort-wide signing strategy and second, the technical and artistic skills to pull it off. We really miss him!”