Jim Rimmer Scholarship Awards 2024

Scott Clum is a designer and artist known for his innovative work in branding, motion graphics, and digital media. His career spans several decades, during which he has been a professional snowboarder and lifelong skateboarder being bred deep within these cultures. Clum has pioneered unique approaches to visual storytelling and conceptual art. Clum’s work often blends digital techniques with natural textures and organic themes, creating a distinctive aesthetic that resonates with both traditional and modern audiences.He has collaborated with various high-profile clients across industries, shaping brand identities and producing impactful visual content. His portfolio showcases a diverse range of projects, from print media and packaging to video installations and experiential design, reflecting his versatile skill set and creative vision. Clum’s work emphasizes both beauty and functionality, and he continues to explore new creative directions in the evolving world of art and design.

scottclum.com

Posters designed by Scott will be available at the event.

Date: November 21, 2024

Location: The Sound Room @ La Salle College (2665 Renfrew Street, Vancouver)

Time: 6:30 pm -9 pm

The Jim Rimmer Scholarships have been awarded since 2009 to student projects (or one currently in progress) for a community program, a non-profit organization, or an environmental or social cause. Students who are currently enrolled, or have graduated within the last year from a design program in BC are eligible. Scholarships are awarded on the strength of the solution, how effectively it communicates a message, benefits a community, affects action and promotes change.

Admission:

DesCan Member - Student: FREE

DesCan Member: $10

General Admission - Student: $25

General Admission: $35

Jim Rimmer, F.DesCan was a pivotal influence in Canadian letterpress and private press. Many of his typefaces, such as Albertan are ubiquitous in print and digital graphic design worldwide (and used in all the scholarship promotional materials!). His stature as an icon was recognized in 2007 when he was awarded Fellowship by DesCan.

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