Montana Parent Magazine - Aug 2020
"With this multimedia platform, Bryan created a new category of book." -Julie Kleine
Photographed with permission from Outside Bozeman Magazine
Inside Bozeman | Summer Books
DISCOVER MONTANA TREASURES | Now available at Bangtail Bikes
Most coloring books are merely filled with cartoons, but Discover Montana Treasures: Bozeman & Beyond (Sintr, $15) is not most coloring books. The older the kids are, the more they will get out of it. That being said, even my four-year-old was inspired by the outdoor-recreation-themed imagery, as well as my spirited readings of the poems that accompany artist Bryan Schaeffer’s enticing illustrations. There is quite a bit of information packed into this little book, from hiking-great essentials to trail info to Montana history and tall tales. As an added perk, this is a “smart” coloring book with QR codes on each page that can be scanned with a device camera to learn more about the artist and illustrations.
-Ian Roderer
About the Artist
Using Illustration to Get Families Outdoors
Article from Bryan's interview with Outside Bozeman about using illustration and animation to promote healthy active families and outdoor stewardship.
Thank you to Outside Bozeman Magazine for the article in the latest Spring edition!
Read the article “Sintering Imagination” in the Inside Bozeman section.
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Listen to Cascade Hiker Podcast
From Cascade Hiker
Bryan Schaeffer has been busy bringing outdoor scenes to life with his new venture; Drawn to Animate. His slogan is - Rendering memories with real people and places in our collective big backyard.
I was honored when Bryan animated my daughter, which I used the picture for this episode! Check out his hard work and find out what he's up to in our discussion.
If you have kids who want a color page of this picture, please send me an email rudy@cascadehikerpodcast.com
About the Author
Drawn to Animate
Bryan was born and raised in Montana and growing up was always curious about what may be lurking around the next switchback, mountain pass or pitch. As an adult he continues to explore Southwest Montana's wild places with his family and friends. He graduated from Pacific Lutheran University in Washington state with a BFA degree in graphic design.
Bryan owns the award-winning creative studio SINTR®, based in Bozeman where he lives with his wife and three daughters. Along with his family and an-eager-to-adventure golden doodle, he enjoys recreating on Montana's public lands.
He is the creator of Best of the Northwest, and The Last Best Trails published in May 2023.
Bryan as line art