Derrick Tan

Statement

I’m a wrench monkey that loves to take things apart and reconfigure them to become better. I believe that the devil is in the details. I hunt for that elusive, perfect design that is continuously evolving as we are. Combining curiosity, understanding users and maximizing my hand skills allows me to elevate my design and take it further.

  • Contact Derrick Tan

    Linked In
    derrick-tan.com
    Résumé / CV

    Experience

    Bradshaw International
    Product intern
    January 2012 - May 2012
    Rancho Cucamonga, CA

    Toyota and Saatchi&Saatchi Art Center Design Storm
    Selected as a design consultant and strategist
    October 2012 -
    Torrance, CA

    PENSOLE Footwear Design Academy
    Selected to participate as a Footwear Designer
    May 2012 - June 2012
    Portland, OR

  • Gallery/Exhibit



    Student Gallery
    Gravel: 2-piece motocross boot
    Aquaculture Game: Educates people about sustainability
    Link: Archery system for upper limb amputees
    Cypher: Shoes designed for Bboys

    Awards

    IDEA Bronze Medalist
    IDSA
    In recognition of Link: Universal archery bow
    December 2012

    Scholarships
    Art Center College of Design Scholarship 2010-2012

    Provost's List
    Spring 2012
    Fall 2012

    Publications

    YEARBOOK
    Link: Archery system for upper limb amputees
    IDSA 2012 YEARBOOK
    2012

    366DaysOfKicks
    BBOY/BGIRL
    Day 229/366 – Derrick Tan
    August 16, 2012

    366DaysOfKicks
    Student at Pensole Footwear Design Academy
    Day138/366 – Derrick Tan
    May 17, 2012

    Core Strengths

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