Simon D’haenens, Lead Designer at DOGSTUDIO/DEPT®, has had a lifelong passion for art, design, and technology dating back to his childhood in Belgium.
Nowadays he’s Chicago-based, utilizing cutting-edge 3D and Web3 platforms to revolutionize the way brands and cultures are perceived and experienced around the world.
With an unwavering belief that design is about bringing joy to people and making them feel something, even the simplest things can inspire work that can't be ignored. Simon combines this imagination and mindfulness to create designs that are not only visually stunning but also highly effective. His ability to tap into his inner thoughts and bring them to life has led to successful collaborations with some of the world's leading brands, including Expo 2020 Dubai, Virgin Galactic, Yuga Labs, Rappi, Marvel, and many more…
A journey towards creativity amidst a distracted world.
As designers, we understand the importance of creating work that stands out in a world filled with distractions. In this talk, we will reveal the secrets to creating unique and attention-grabbing designs at DOGSTUDIO/DEPT®. We will demonstrate how using imagination, craft, and mindfulness can help you tap into your inner thoughts and bring them to life through Web3 in new and exciting ways.