How do I contact Tinker Hatfield?

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Where did Tinker Hatfield work before Nike?

After graduation, Hatfield practiced architecture in Eugene until 1981 when he joined up with Nike to design offices, apparel showrooms, and Nike retail outlets. His product design career was launched in 1985 when Hatfield began designing Nike products, becoming Creative Director of Product Design in 1989.

Where is Tinker Hatfield from?

Hillsboro, OR
Tinker Hatfield/Place of birth

Is Tinker Hatfield related to Phil Knight?

Tobie Hatfield remembers his first conversation with Phil Knight (co-founder of Nike). “I want you to take risks, but don’t take stupid risks,” Knight said, according to Hatfield, brother of Nike designer Tinker Hatfield – that’s right, they’re brothers!

Who designed the Air Jordan 36?

Tate Kuerbis
All colorways of the Aj36 retail for $185 USD. Watch our interview with Tate Kuerbis, the designer of the Air Jordan 36, here.

Why did Rob Strasser leave Nike?

Strasser left Nike in 1987 after leading it out of a slump by introducing the Air Jordan shoe line, which boasted endorsements by former Chicago Bulls star Michael Jordan.

What sneakers did Peter Moore design?

The Nike “Air Jordan 1” is one of the most iconic designs in the history of both streetwear and basketball, and is a key part of the origin of the Air Jordan brand for Nike. Designed by Peter Moore, the sneaker has remained an instant classic since its commercial release in 1985.

Who invented Jordan shoes?

Tinker Linn Hatfield
Tinker Hatfield

Tinker Linn Hatfield
Education University of Oregon (B.Arch., 1977)
Alma mater University of Oregon
Occupation designer; architectural designer
Known for Air Jordan, Air Max

Who is Tinker Hatfield?

The 2008 Ellis F. Lawrence Medal recognizes a truly innovative and creative designer, Tinker Hatfield. An architecture graduate of the Class of 1977, Hatfield has expanded the lessons of his education into his pioneering role as a product designer for Nike. Hatfield will receive the school’s highest honor at the commencement ceremony in June.

What Air Jordans did Tinker Hatfield design?

Air Jordans. Tinker Hatfield was the lead designer of Air Jordans III through XV, XX, and XX3. Additionally, Hatfield co-designed Air Jordans 2010 and XXX.

How old is Linn Hatfield?

Tinker Linn Hatfield, Jr., (born April 30, 1952, Hillsboro, Oregon) is an American designer of numerous Nike athletic shoe models, including the Air Jordan 3 through Air Jordan 15, the twentieth anniversary Air Jordan XX, the Air Jordan XXIII, the 2010 (XXV), the 2015 Air Jordan XX9 (XXIX),…

Who is Mark Hatfield?

He is Nike’s Vice President for Design and Special Projects. For his many innovative designs and numerous creations over more than three decades, Hatfield is considered a legend of design. Hatfield joined Nike in 1981, and in 1985 started working on shoe design.