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 KZbin Channel to see how this Canadian artist truly embodies the title of Charles van Sandwyk: Illustrator, Writer, Wanderer.
For more information on the products Charles' uses visit opusartsupplies.com/cvs
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Credits
Featuring
Charles Van Sandwyk
www.cvsfinearts.com/
Special Thanks to
Waisiki Doughty
Produced by
Opus Art Supplies
www.opusartsupplies.com/
Created by
Ryan Mund
www.rymu.ca/

[@suecondon1685]

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

[@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. 🙂

[@1flying0]

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.

[@justlovealways]

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

[@seallustrator]

I'm crying while liking your comment.

[@luantzan6657]

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

[@cynthiamoon1880]

Im so glad i watched this ❤

[@53Peterbilt]

Just Wonderful!! This is true art

[@christineingram55]

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

[@TheCombatartist]

Fabulously warm and comforting.

[@hiddenwings91]

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

[@muhammedmash2999]

Thank you for your working spirit ❤

[@jacintaanderson]

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

[@annierodgers8762]

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

[@andreyarborough]

Thanks for posting this

[@CarolinaBachiega]

beautiful!! thank you for sharing!

[@muhammedmash2999]

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

[@taylorolson4590]

Wow, what a treasure! Beautiful work.

[@maylast8352]

Lovely.

[@douglashubbard6239]

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

[@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

[@shre9]

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

[@madodagcwadi3313]

Rich experience. Absolutely amazing.

[@CLPINOTTI]

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

[@varsilia]

Now that's a book I'd buy

[@Mr.BigBadWolf]

Wow beautiful

[@perusalpainter8791]

Utterly inspiring! ☺️👏👏

[@clariecek9872]

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

[@ItsRadagast]

I love his work! Thank you for sharing!

[@beverleypears7782]

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

[@Freedaaa]

B E A U T I F U L ... That endless time... when you are a child, watching - and watching - and understanding what humanity is, expressed by delicate lines and facial expression and love for the details... Im sinking back into the early sixties. Best wishes! :-)

[@francestanner2575]

Beautiful, inspiring and so very touching. Thank you for sharing.

[@sheilamcclelland543]

Beautiful. His art work and stories transport you to a wonderful magical place

[@pinpon5058]

magical!

[@lorrainegraceugsang8580]

Be true to your message. Your words inspire. May you share more.

[@paulahaynes6131]

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

[@knottynate6876]

This guy is the reincarnation of the great Aurther Rackham! Great works of our time!

[@ruthhamiltonillustratoraut450]

Utterly enchanting :)

[@rcillustrations9075]

Fantastic, enthralling, creativity.

[@DortheaAtwater]

Such a great talent!

[@robin-tainebrownell1491]

Just beautiful!!

[@gonnie8464]

O my I Love the fairy tail feeling and the massage you gave. Beautiful drawings/paintings. Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@JeffLafferty]

Beautiful work!

[@randalllaue4042]

Wonderful!

[@fbpliegorrivero8869]

Excellent!!!!

[@katana2665]

Incredibly inspiring.

[@michelepastele5347]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and work.

[@esramirezart]

Thank you so much for this one!!

[@winniemccuien]

U sir are extraordinary!! Sending love from Austin TX 😘

[@mnx6880]

most wonderful thank your for sharing

[@muhammedmash2999]

Truly lovely x

[@glen9131]

Respect

[@raniatulba2504]

I'm in love with your style, glad that I found this channel.

[@nefariox]

wonderful.

[@raniaelkhazragy5547]

that was inspiring , just beautiful

[@valeriachiappe9182]

Grazie

[@TataTuba]

wow wow wow! Magical!

[@user-xf1we9lm1e]

Mesmerising

[@jeramie795ivy3]

love Your art

[@DubleGrafit]

its awesome

[@stardustonmyheart]

Beautiful

[@hanipark7697]

beautiful...

[@jeannettesalazar6442]

Are you still there? Your book is beautiful.😊❤

[@randalllaue4042]

Nice.

[@lvbailey1]

❣️

[@Jeanninevg]

I truly loved this. I'm too am an illustrator from South Africa. Dankie vir jou kennis en passie Charles. Lovely to watch.

[@Jeanninevg]

It would be an honour to meet you.

[@neggit2063]

The Arthur Rackham influence is palpable.

[@katie4623]

He even lives in a fairylike home!

[@sonicfreak04]

I'd love to see him illustrate the narnia series, or the his dark materials series

[@dkdzyn]

Damn, that's what wonder is made of...

[@11dubs30]

The penmanship is exactly what I'd like to show in my own book, but I do not have that skill right now.

[@l.5832]

I noticed he is left handed and is hanging without smearing the ink. I am left handed too and used to draw a lot but was hesitant to do much with ink and water colour because of fear of smearing.

[@gwhiz1957]

Does anyone know which publication contains the etching of the hedgehog working the press @ 4:36?

[@dnc1234ify]

Where can i find his books?

[@Foolish_huan]

Wow, I heard you speak and was like.. why does this guy have a Fijian accent ? 😂

[@prettyboy304]

Wish you were my father 😌