Shawn Van Daele
Photographer / Artist
Guelph, Ontario · Member since Mar 2014
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Once upon a time, there was boy named Shawn, who was given a plastic and awe-inspiring magic kit when he was very young.
He grew up in the generation of David Bowie's The Labyrinth , Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal , and Wolfgang Petersen's The NeverEnding Story .
He loved to draw and write, and chronically skipped out on any and all gym classes or anything sports-related in favour of fairytales and Choose-Your-Own-Adventure books.
Not much has changed since then.
He grew up in the generation of David Bowie's The Labyrinth , Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal , and Wolfgang Petersen's The NeverEnding Story .
He loved to draw and write, and chronically skipped out on any and all gym classes or anything sports-related in favour of fairytales and Choose-Your-Own-Adventure books.
Not much has changed since then.
Q&A with Shawn
What is unique that's not in your bio?
I'm the proud father of four insane Boston Terriers!
What's your favorite accomplishment?
The Drawing Hope Project www.DrawingHope.ca - seeing the imaginations of children with health conditions come to life is priceless.
How do you define cool?
Anything below 20ºC.
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
If it feels awesome it probably is.
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
Endless. Inspiration. Always.
What is your favorite trend?
Anything art / photography / surreal related.
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
Lots of coffee, or lots of wine.
How do you reset to be creative?
Read copious articles on www.Medium.com, google "surreal" image search
What inspires or excites you?
The magical and macabre. American Horror Story, Tim Burton, Haunted Houses and really great wine.
Predict something awesome for 2020?
February 20th, someone is going to predict the world will end. Again. (2-20-2020). It won't.
