Dusty Nomad is the artist moniker of Sandro Young, an illustrator/designer/human based in Jacksonville, Florida. A self-described "late-bloomer," Sandro began designing as Dusty Nomad at the age of 27 with no formal training or education. Sandro grew up in Minnesota, and cites Charles Schultz as his primary artistic influence (and cartoon characters like Schultz's Snoopy as responsible for his interest in art). Those early influences are evident in Sandro's own colorful characters, which he says are inspired by "a combination between being a dad and never really growing up myself." And indeed, his designs are like a ticket back to childhood - brimming with the perfect mixture of nostalgia, wonder, vibrant tones, and genuine wide-eyed enthusiasm. Since starting as Dusty Nomad, Sandro has created fun and funky designs to brands like Patagonia, The North Face, Marmot, Crocs, Roark, Surfrider Foundation, and a long list of smaller operations (he also has some great pieces available for sale on his own online shop!). In addition to his incredible work, Sandro is also a husband and dad (to kids and dogs alike).