My name is Michael Comfort. I was born in Costa Rica, where my missionary parents were studying Spanish. My three brothers and I spent most of our adventurous childhood in Bolivia. Part of it was in the jungle town of Caranavi, and the other part in the city of La Paz (13,000 ft). Since I was 12, I’ve lived mostly in Newberg and Dundee, Oregon (I left and came back several times).
I am an 8th generation Quaker, and follower of Jesus.
I’ve been a graphic designer for over 20 years. My day job is at Allegra Print & Imaging, (formerly Vineyard Graphics, and before that, Barclay Press). I have been in the same building since 1995. I recently finished up 8-and-a-half years as a packaging designer for MeadowLand
Corporation, designing grass seed bags and buckets. I am thankful I can support my family doing what I love.
Speaking of what I love…
- Deanne, my wife for over 23 years
- My kids: Alison, Aaron and Austin
Other things I enjoy:
- Mountain biking—especially the twice-a-year bike rides in Central Oregon.
- Macs
- Maps
- Photography
- Crossword puzzles
- Yard work
- Travel
- Blazers basketball
Fears:
- Glossophobia There’s a reason I prefer visual communication!
- I used to have Phalacrophobia, but I don’t anymore.
I’ve got more personal thoughts about “comfort zones” here.
I currently have this “Phalacrophobia” you speak of. I love the logo. Phenominal work.
An update to this Bio…
While some in our family were laughing about the fears I listed, Alison’s bright comment was that “glossophobia” actually fits “the fear of going bald” better!
Your first home in Bolivia was at Hacienda Copajira, and then near the community of Amacari on the shore of Lake Titicaca at a remote part of a peninsula which borders Peru.
Oh, That’s right! I left those out of my bio, probably because I have no memories of those places (except for the pictures i’ve seen:). My earliest memories are from Caranavi, so I forget to mention the ones before that.
Nice site Mike. I’m going to add your name and Vineyard email address to my contact list. We’re always looking for good graphic resources. Talk with you later. ~sal
Thanks!
It’s great to be in touch with you again Shelly!