Today we’d like to introduce you to Joe VanDyke.
NerdPins is the creation of Joe VanDyke, a Florida man living in downtown Los Angeles. Joe has an extensive background in arts and music, having spent all of his 20’s playing and touring in punk and hardcore bands, and organizing large group artshows around Fl. NerdPins is not limited to one specific style, but an umbrella that allows Joe to make and pursue anything he feels like creating. All of the pins and products are designed by him, some paying homage to music/movies/art that he is a fanboy of, others being original ideas and images of his own. Nothing is off-limits for NerdPins, whether it be thought-provoking and provocative, or simple and amusing.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
It has been a pretty smooth road so far, heading into my 4th year of business.
Some struggles along the way include staying motivated, vending every weekend even if I don’t feel like it, and sticking to a consistent work schedule.
Alright – so let’s talk business. Tell us about Nerdpins – what should we know?
I design pins, prints, and apparel based on things I’m interested in, think are cool, or funny. I’m known for a wide array of different pop culture subjects.
I’m most proud of creating a consistent business that I am 100% in control of and keeps me creating new things on a regular basis.
What sets me apart from others is my positive nature and work ethic. I show up on time and in a good mood.
Any shoutouts? Who else deserves credit in this story – who has played a meaningful role?
My friend and fellow artist Preston Nettles, we create pins together under a side brand called Divided Youth.
He is one of the most creative and unique people I know, and we got into this together before he moved back to Florida.
Pricing:
- The pins retail for $10 each.
- I give a free mystery pin for any 2 pins purchased at Nerdpins.net.
- I help other businesses make pins, they start at 100 pins for $300, and take 3 weeks to arrive once ordered.
Contact Info:
- Website: Nerdpins.net
- Email: Nerdpins1@Gmail.com
- Instagram: @Nerdpins
- Facebook: @Nerdpins
- Twitter: @Nerdpins
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