Hop in with AIGA Philadelphia and Pipeline Philadlephia as we welcome Ben Jenkins for the final stop of the “6 Days of Thunder” Tour. This Spring, Ben will drive up the East Coast, hitting 6 AIGA chapters in 6 days, concluding with a workshop and lecture here in Philly on Saturday, April 25th.

Follow Ben on tour @onefastbuffalo and #OFB6daysofthunder

About Ben

Native Texan Ben Jenkins is an American designer of graphics, brands, and products. Founder of OneFastBuffalo, INDIG, Warstic Bat Co., Onefastco, Treadsmith, Western Son, and other brands. He studied New Media Arts & Technology, Design, Film, Philosophy, and Current Social Issues of the American Indian while attending The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC). While attending SAIC the seed idea for Onefastbuffalo was born.

About his Lecture & Workshop

It might entail some common sense, but streamlining your life isn't easy. It's also never too late to learn. The reward is more time with people and things you love, and more space for creative bliss. Over the past several years, Ben has shared his mantra “Live Slow. Make Fast.” nationwide with those lucky enough to see him at lectures and conferences like Creative South 2014 and the Circles Conference. In his lecture, learn how this core belief has OneFastBuffalo thriving, making things they love and delighting clients through surprising collaborations. Re-think what’s important, and the value of an Airstream trailer. This lecture is free to the public courtesy of AIGA Philly & Pipeline Philadelphia. Fresh coffee and pastries will be provided.

In his "Designtrepreneur" workshop, Ben will illustrate a roadmap to build your ideas into successful brands. This is a class for designers looking for a more self-sustaining style of work that yields freedom and independence. Whether you are switching gears, kicking a new set of tires, or up for inspection, this workshop is filled with tips, tricks, and insights for creatives all levels. Gain the permission to be the client!

Learn the routes — Identify the best path to get your ideas to market.
Avoid Detours — Learn best practices to keep the creative engine running clean everyday.
Read the Signs — Understand how and when to negotiate equity in your client’s ideas.
Service your Creative Engine — Develop a guide to work/life balance. Build a better business, build a better life.
Spot Unexpected Sites — Discover uncanny ways to build better value for clients and customers.

This class is for designers, artists, makers, aspiring entrepreneurs, anyone who is stuck in the garage, and those can't seem to get into second gear. Leave with a roadmap to personal fulfillment, and some homework (Sorry).

Prices

Workshop price includes boxed lunch and a limited edition notebook

Lecture Only — Free
Lecture + Workshop (Non-member) — $40
Lecture + Workshop (Member) — $20
Lecture + Workshop (Non-member student) — $20
Lecture + Workshop (Member student) — $10
Lecture + Workshop (Pipeline Member) — $20