Charles van Sandwyk: Illustrator, Writer, Wanderer

You are invited to peek into the whimsical, magical world of Charles van Sandwyk, sitting down by the fire to be inspired by his love of storytelling!

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We visited this beloved artist and author to discover how illustration, etching, watercolour, and book-binding by hand play into his work. See his process come alive as Charles transports you to his magical home studio in North Vancouver, where elves, fairies, and woodland creatures are conjured up to impart ancient lessons from the tales of old.

Watch our short documentary with Charles above or on the Opus YouTube Channel to see how this Canadian artist truly embodies the title of Charles van Sandwyk: Illustrator, Writer, Wanderer.

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Credits

Featuring
Charles Van Sandwyk

Special Thanks to
Waisiki Doughty

Produced by
Opus Art Supplies

Created by
Ryan Mund

[luantzan]

After 7years of this video first come on YouTube, it still vividly moves me above all the AI made art piece. Love love love it.

[suecondon]

How lovely there are people like this preserving the magic. Beautiful ❤️

[justlovealways]

This video is extremely beautiful and inspiring... it brought tears to my eyes. Thank you so much for sharing this!

[DoctorWonka]

I love the style. It seems like the warm feeling just comes right through into the characters and the material itself. Not sure how to describe it. 🙂

[flying]

I just purchased this book and can't wait for it to arrive in 5 days hopefully. What a rich and wonderful world Charles must live in. Thank you for your genius.

[christineingram]

That’s certainly a book to treasure..The artwork is beautiful

[annierodgers]

Beautiful video showcasing Charles' amazing artistry and storytelling prowess! thank you!

[jacintaanderson]

oh wow, now that is a book that i would love to own and pass down to my children

[taylorolson]

Wow, what a treasure! Beautiful work.

[shre]

They're magicians. Those books are GOLD. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[paulahaynes]

Oh my heart be still. Whilst my mind does surely real. ❤️❤️🍂🍃

[douglashubbard]

you are an amazing artist!! thank you for sharing I am so glad i found this!!!

[clariecek]

this is one the most inspiring videos I have ever watched so well done thank you for this

[hiddenwings]

In my eyes, he's living the dream life.🥲🤍absolutely wonderful. Wow...

[lorrainegraceugsang]

Be true to your message.

Your words inspire. May you share more.

[CLPINOTTI]

So, so beautiful! Magical! Thanks for this pearl. 😍

[ItsRadagast]

I love his work! Thank you for sharing!

[muhammedmash]

You have been a tremendous help to me I have a mind set like yours you have been a very happy oasis thank you

[lemmonsAREyellow]

thank you for sharing - I’m about to embark on a new creative journey - this was extremely inspiring and held a message I will carry with me

[beverleypears]

Thank you so much for this wonderful and inspiring video. I absolutely loved it