Dries Smets was born in Mechelen in 1988 and is now living in Kapelle-op-den-Bos. Already when he was a little child he has always been creative.
After 3 years in metallurgy and 3 years in graphic design he is still looking further to develop his cre- ativity! Dries paints mostly large paintings in bright colours with a colourful combination of imagination combined with abstraction. Also he refurbishes furniture by reupholstering them, painting them...
What has been your inspiration for the EASTPAK Artist Studio Bag(s)?
The transpiration that took time that place.
Which city do you live in – can you tell us what it’s best kept secret is?
Brussels - No, otherwise it isn’t a secret anymore!
When was the last time you did something for the first time? Friday the 4th of November 2011, this assignment.
Can you name three major things on your ‘bucketlist’ – three things you want to realize before you ‘kick the bucket’…
To create a huge painting or object
- To make a world trip
- To found my own business
The proceeds from the sales of your bag will go entirely to Designers against AIDS What are your views on safe sex? Do you personally think it’s still important?
Safe sex is very important even if it is less fun and not comfortable, especially the first few times!
