Welcome,
Captain
Prepare for discovery, adventure, and the thrill of exploration. Get ready to boldly go where no one has gone before!
Incoming Signal
Embark on an adventure with Creo to a tropical paradise, where the allure of the unknown beckons. What adventures lie ahead for our courageous Captain?
Embracing Courage and Overcoming Fear!
This mission helps to reveal the hidden riches around us by exploring the fulfillment of dreams and the importance of our past.
Could our quest for fulfillment be closer than we think?
What Next?
What happens after you get the one thing you've been waiting for?
After years of pursuing a dream, the moment finally arrives. But does it bring fulfillment or new uncertainty?
The
Cadet Package
Equipping you with the tools to get started on the journey of self-discovery, The Cadet Package is filled with items that will help you and your family interact more with each other.
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The Creative Process
Curious to learn more about Creative process behind The Stone? Don't miss my breakdown for an in-depth exploration!
The
Support Report
I believe it is our responsibility as a community to create an environment of empathy and support. This is my way of contributing to the solution.
The
Workshop
A presentation outlining various aspects of my non-linear journey and how each reference point—both positive and negative—contributed to where I am today.
About Me
"Having dealt with depression and anxiety, I've transformed those experiences into a children's book series that emphasizes the importance of self-expression and what I call the 3 C's: Communication, Concentration, and Connection. Given the prevalence of mental health issues within our communities, I'm committed to using my skills to equip others with effective means of processing difficult emotions."
- Chad Hopson
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The Cadet Package
Embrace Creativity. (re)Discover yourself.
Introducing the Cadet Package — a creative toolkit crafted to empower children and enable the entire family to recapture valuable moments together. This package includes a sketchbook, journal, and postcards, all aimed at nurturing self-expression and unleashing creativity.To make it even more enticing for children, I've integrated elements from video gaming (vibrant, entertaining, interactive, space-themed) into the Cadet Package. Through tangible components, this package offers a real-world opportunity to observe personal growth without relying on technology.Similar to a video game, these tools serve as checkpoints in my own personal journey, enabling me to "resume from where I left off." They also serve as a wonderful means to revisit positive reference points, particularly during moments of self-doubt.Come join us in reclaiming precious moments and unlocking creativity through the Cadet Package.Limited quantity available!
What's Included?
Hand-drawn Packaging
The Fear Theory 1 & 2
Sketchbook + Journal
(2) Postcards
(1) Acrylic Pins
Coming soon!
Shirt 01 - Never Stop Exploring
Shirt 02 - Create Your Own Path
The Stone - Colouring Book
Creativity is Everything.
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Access Granted!
Welcome, Captain! We're thrilled to have you on board for this journey! Below, you'll find additional missions to explore. Don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on future releases. Oh, and be sure to equip your Sketchbook and Journal!
Here’s what you can look forward to: art activities, how-to videos, behind-the-scenes content, personal journal entries, and much more.
01. How it all Started
The concept for The Fear Theory originated back in 2015. In this piece, I explore how I transformed negativity into creative expression, leading to the creation of Creo.
02. The Creative Process
Curious to learn more about Creative process behind The Stone? Don't miss my breakdown for an in-depth exploration!
03. Create Your Own Planet
Creo needs your help identifying a newly discovered planet in your star system! You will be tasked with using your sketchbook to create several mockups before sending the coordinates to Creo!
04. The Great Discovery
An image is worth a thousand words. I wonder what these could mean?
05. A Little
Sweet-tooth?
Where the stars align with sweetness, a galaxy like no other. This is one star-system you won't want to miss out on!
06. Incoming Transmission
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07. Incoming Transmission
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Your Planetary Discovery
Step 1: Create your planet
Welcome, Cadets!
Creo needs your help to discover a new planet in your star system. Your mission is simple: use your sketchbook to create a series of mockups (rough ideas). Aim for at least three rough concepts to spark your creativity! Don’t worry about perfection—think of your sketchbook as a visual journal where you capture your ideas through sketches. This will document your journey of exploration!A download link for the template is provided below. Print a few copies, and feel free to invite your family to join in on the adventure!Below are examples of planets from other star systems to inspire you!
Step 2: Digital Render
Once you've completed your rough sketches and finalized your design using the template, the next step is to scan your artwork. To ensure the highest quality, scan your creation at a resolution of 300 to 600 dpi. Have a parent assist you with this step. If you don't have access to a scanner, no worries! Simply take a photo of your design, ensuring it's flat and the image is captured from above without any angle.After scanning, send your design to Creo! Email your artwork to Info@Soindifferent.com and await further instructions!Once the transmission is received, Creo will make a quick stop in your star system to check out your planet.You'll also receive your very own digital render! Below are some examples!
Thank you for your assistance with that transmission, Captain! I hope you made good use of your sketchbook. Remember, it's for capturing ideas—perfection isn't the goal.Looking forward to seeing you on our next mission, Captain!
Turn it into a Print!
If you're interested in turing your creation into a print? Purchase a 8.5 x 11 or 13 x 19 print poster! Click the link to learn more!
Interested in a Workshop?
My Mission
I start the workshop with a presentation detailing different aspects of my non-linear journey and how it brought me to my current work. I delve into the origins of The Fear Theory as a project and share my entrepreneurial journey, starting with just an idea and a sketch. My aim with the workshop is to help children and students better understand how to tap into their imagination and creativity, enabling them to express themselves beyond the constraints of words.
Description
In this 3-step process, students will design their own planet using a sketchbook. They will be tasked with completing a series of at least three mockups before moving to the template. Once completed I will collect and transform each template into a digital render available for download. By encouraging the use of a sketchbook, my goal is to help students better understand their thought processes and feel more comfortable exercising their creativity. More importantly, they will learn that they have the power to shape the life they want, with the understanding that making mistakes is an essential part of the journey.Below are examples from past workshops.
Objectives
• Students will be challenged to create their own planet or creature and develop a conflict that requires resolution, possibly as a group task
• Using their imagination, they will come up with creative solutions to their conflicts
• The goal is to educate students about the significance of creativity.
Aim to assist students in becoming comfortable with making mistakes, understanding that it is a part of the process
• Each planet is imperfectly perfect, with different characteristics. The true beauty lies in how each planet complements one another in the class galaxy
March Break Wellness Seminar - Access Alliance Danforth
Students will be provided to with a template which will be later scanned and transformed into the digital render below.
While my goal is to help children reclaim quality experiences without relying on technology, we must be practical. Recognizing that phones are a part of their daily lives, creating a wallpaper allows them to see their designs in a real-world setting. It serves as a reminder that everything begins with an idea and a sketch.
Bringing the point home was creating a larger poster that showcases all their unique designs. Regardless of style or method they have a place in the my universe. It offers them a world they can continue to explore and discover, whether through a sketchbook or a journal.
Holy Rosary Elementary School
Teacher - Testimonial
"I've NEVER seen my kids so engaged, as I did with Chad. His sharing of his personal journey and his calling and work really inspired and left its mark on my kids; many of whom also deal with the same thoughts and feelings. The connection was clear, and everyone seemed to really enjoy our two sessions together. The Grade 8's loved that we were able to have two afternoon sessions with him, as much of our opportunities so far seem to be a one and done. The energy in the room and excitement for work (and to impress Chad with doing their best) was clear. He had quite the effect on many of the young men in my class.Our first day introduced us and had us listening to him, his personal journey and gaining exposure to his work portfolio. The 8's found this fascinating! We made our own planets; most of my kids took this task seriously and dove into it. They really enjoyed his sharing of his working process, work samples, and the technology he used during his creation process. In fact, their only critique was that they wished to have more time with him to investigate such creating tools (e.g., photoshop) with him.Our second day brought with it their planet sharing, story time with Chad and then an even closer look at how he includes additional details into his work. Each student was asked to create an image that would then be transformed into a smaller scale hieroglyph. Not that we needed any more energy in the room, but trivia indeed brought it! This experience is one that many more would enjoy. My Grade 8's absolutely loved his visit and would welcome him back in a heartbeat! I think this is a great and valuable experience for any student, especially those in junior and intermediate grades. It's been two weeks since his visits and yet they are all still talking about him!"– Miss McMahon (Grade 8 Teacher)
Student Testimonials
"Chad gave my class a good experience. He allowed our class to be interactive with his work as well as sharing about his past and current mental health issues. This allowed my class to connect closer to him. Chad Hopson shared his journey of creating his book Fear Theory-the Stone which is one probably many to come in the fear theory series. I would like to thank him for all he's done."
– Annelise
"Chad coming to our school was a very fun and enjoyable experience for us. He made his story for us very entertaining and engaging by sharing his own personal connections with us and getting us involved with his questions and activities. I know people in our class can connect and related with his inspirational story and his personal struggles with mental health. I am very happy."
– Julio
"Sir Hopson was really passionate and engaged about the things he spoke about. The energy and vibe he gave off made the experience more interesting. I like how he shared his life experiences. It showed the authenticity about him. The experiences he shared with us showed how hard work pays off and good things take time to happen. In the future I do hope he visits our school again, as well as many other schools, too. His visit inspired me and hopefully others too in different forms of art."
– Abigael
"When I first heard that we were having an artist come to our school and letting us create our own planets, I didn't seem to be interested in it. That was until Chad began to speak. You can tell that he has a passion for creating books and he wants to put his work all around this world. Chad is a good guy, he gave our class an excellent experience. He had some conversations with my classmates about random things and he even showed us his concept arts for his book "The Fear Theory." Chad shared with us that he had social anxiety and that he couldn't speak in front of his own school. Now, he goes to countless schools sharing his story to many different children."
– Matt
"The experience I had with Chad was great! He told us about his journey overcoming his social anxiety and his other fears, which was inspirational. He also has a very cheerful and uplifting personality. I feel that made class more comfortable around him and allowed us to connect with him more."
– Michaela
"MR CHAD HOPSON, where do I even begin ??? Chad is a very positive person, he's nice, funny, and inspirational, because he overcame his fear of social anxiety. He is so creative about his book and his merch and doodling's. It was fun having Chad here at Holy Rosary. Thank you, Chad for this opportunity."
– Evan
"I didn't get much time with Chad, but from what I know, Chad is an outgoing, cheerful person. When sharing his book Fear Theory: The Stone, I noticed how detailed and beautiful his world is. It's really inspirational to see someone create such beautiful things. Although I'm not an artist, Chad makes me want to strive to do the best I can in the things i do."
– Dave