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Thanks to the wonderful world of social media I’m sure all of you already know about the Koston 2 shoe launch Nike organised in London a few weeks ago. Well not only did they kindly invite us to the event, which for me meant spending the afternoon drinking beer, skating an indoor bowl and playing mini-golf rather than staring at a computer screen and writing an

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iana Fores is surely gorgeous, but behind the pretty face of this ONeill team rider is an active life, healthy eating habits, and a great passion for surfing and exploring her home island of Kauai, HI. She sat down with SHAPE in Costa Rica as part of a Contiki Tours trip, and we learned she one of the most talented, mature 18-year-olds out there. Let us count the reasons why. She can surf like a pro. “I've been surfing for 10 years, she says.

“My dad took me when I was 10 months old, and he would hold me up with his teeth by biting my suit. I really got into it when I was eight and it became my passion.

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new wars

new waves no limits WHAT’S NEXT?

ben bourgeois in his own words on the future plans for his career

It's Official

SURFING IS A RELIGION Find out the best times and places to surf every day of the week

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T R AV I S PA S T R A N A

picks up a new sport, but it still has an engine.

How have you been prepping for the X Games? I went on the Nitro Circus Live Tour and got to ride with Blake ‘Bilko’ Williams, Clint Moore and Cam Sinclair.

I got a lot of riding in and had a chance to work on all of my regular tricks. Unfortunately, Bilko and I both broke our collarbones towards the end of the tour and I had to undergo surgery four weeks ago.

17 BIKES TESTED BORN TO

RACE

Find out which bike was voted motocross’ best racing motorcycle.

CHASING THE GREEN PLATE

Get to know the supercross racing team under one of motocross’ greatest moto brands, kawasaki.

With two-thirds of the 2012 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series done and dusted, Red Bull KTM’s Ryan Dungey finds himself in the driver’s seat of the 450-class title race. Barring something unforeseen, Dungey’s six-straight overall wins and resulting 80-point lead in champion ship points chase make him all but a shoe-in for his second premier-class crown in the outdoors, but the humble Minnesota native isn’t

kristen baquerizo

Graphic designer, photographer, artist, conceptual thinker, problem solver, creative enthusiast and team builder.

Phone: (661) 972. 1652 Email: kristenbaquerizo@aol.com Website: www.kristenbaquerizo.com

KEY QUALIFICATIONS • • • • •

Demonstrated achiever with a strong desire to accomplish personal and professional goals Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure, and thinking creatively Excellent team player who listens and integrates thoughts, options, and perspectives into action Positive attitude with a strong work ethic 2 + years customer service experience

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Logo Development Publication Design Poster Design Website Design Package Design Branding

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Marketing Typography Identity Design Photo Editing Photography Illustrator

TECHNICAL SKILLS • • • • • • •

MAC/ PC Proficient Photoshop and Illustrator InDesign Flash HTML Dreamweaver Microsoft Works (Excel, Word, etc.)

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE La Jolla Group

Graphic Design & Photography Intern June 2013- September 2013

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Worked with apparel companies such as O’Neill, Rusty, Metal Mulisha, FMF, & The Berrics Assisted with look book and catalog layouts Aided in shipping of products and art work Organized clothing and checked styles Operated Epson Stylus Pro 11880 printer for large scale prints and prepared prints for distribution Edited and clipped studio photos for layouts & print

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OBEY Clothing Co.

Marketing, Photography, and Graphic Design Intern July 2012 - September 2012

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PROPATH INC.

MIS Assistant, Buena Park, CA December 2011 - April 2013

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FIDM (Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising) Associate of Arts Degree, Professional Designation Degree Graphic Design, Branding November 2013-Current Graphic Design, Entertainment January 2011-September 2012

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CSUB (California State University of Bakersfield

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Associate of Arts Degree, General Fine Arts September 2008-September 2010

OTHER ACTIVITIES • • • • • •

Freelance designer and photographer, managing my own business clients and financial earnings Illustrator, painter, and mixed media artist Member of AIGA Los Angeles Member of FIDM Red Dot Design Student Group Volunteer design and photography for non profit organizations and small businesses Maintains a grade point average of 3.0 +

Aided in styling clothing for fashion photo shoots Attended and gave input in fit sessions Assisted in fashion photo shoots Organized clothing and checked styles Updated logs and created technical packages Measured and graded styles Designed look book pages and catalog layouts Created sticker and button packs

Served as a customer service representative, assisting company clients via meetings, phone, and e-mail Assisted manager at job fairs Coordinated and instructed orientations to sign up potential company clients Assisted customers in using computer software such as Word, Excel, and Internet Explorer

CITY SLICKERS RESTAURANT & SALOON Waitress, Expediter, and Hostess 2006 - 2011

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Demonstrated ability to greet patrons, present menus, and make suggestions Experienced in taking orders and communicating to kitchen and bar staff Scheduled dining reservations and arranged parties and special services for diners Showed exceptional skills in staying organized under pressure in a constantly changing environment