I discovered Re several months ago and purchased some of his goodies. I really liked his artistic, whimsical style. I knew nothing about him (didn’t even know that he was a boy, actually. I started to ask around (like I often do when a designer is new-to-me) and was dumbfounded to learn Re was a FIFTEEN year old boy! Such talent at such a young age, I can’t wait to see what the future holds for him! Let’s take a closer look at “So Cool!” that is included in The Digi Files this month:
This is just ONE of EIGHT collections you get this month when you are a member of The Digi Files and Digi Game. You get all eight collections and a downloadable book with ideas for using the supplies and tricks and techniques for only $7.50 per month. You also get access to exclusive collaborations every four months you are a member (starting on when you sign up). When you become an annual member you get 12 months for the price of 11!
Here are some layouts created using The Hidden Heart’s contribution:
Layout by Karen. Supplies: So Cool! by The Hidden Heart; Template by Tiffany Tillman.
Layout by Heddy. Supplies: So Cool! by The Hidden Heart.
Layout by Jacki. Supplies: So Cool! by The Hidden Heart; Fonts: Giggles by Fontologie; Rub This!, xoxo Karen by Fonts for Peas.
Layout by Kimberly. Supplies: So Cool! by The Hidden Heart; All Roads Lead Home (scallop) by PxlCafe; Fonts: DJB I Love Me Some Celeste, Impact, Hero.
Layout by Jenn. Supplies: So Cool! by The Hidden Heart; Fonts: Waterfalls and Howie’s Stamps.
You can see more layouts created with this kit on our “Team Inspiration” page.
Hi! I’m Renan Kneipp (aka rekneipp) and I live in Brazil (near Rio de Janeiro), so is very hot here! LOL I wanna go to somewhere cold! hehe I have 1 sister, her name’s Ju Kneipp (she’s a designer too). I love her! 
I’m a boy. This is something difficult to find in scrapworld… I’m 15 years old (until Feb.28). I LOVE animals, chocolate, travel, movies, photography and more! I like to talk. That’s why my bio is huge! hehe
STORE
BLOG
So, I put everything I love in this page… or almost! hehe I love music, movies, travel, photography, paint, and much more! I made this page when I was designing as Re Kneipp Designs and I used my collab kit with Studio Tangie to create this page!
That’s a looooooooong story! hehe I have been designing for a little more than 2 years. I guess… =/ And I’m scrapping for almost 3 years! (OMG! I’m doing this for a long time!) Well, my sister, Ju Kneipp, has a friend, Kel (my friend too. LOL), that was starting on digiscrap, and she was invited to be Kel’s partner on a new blog called Boutique Freebies (or something like that), that turned to be Boutique Cute Dolls. They created a lot of freebies and stuff. I had seen everything they were doing and I fell in love with scrapbook and I decided to get in! I started creating some pages and posting at DigiscrappersBrasil, but a few months later I decided to post in other galleries, like MSA, DST, and others. In Feb ’09, I created my first freebie on my personal blog and then I tried a lot of designer calls, or designer challenges (to become a designer of the challenging shop) but I received a lot of NOs! But I didn’t give up! My sister and her friend, Kel, saw my wish to be a designer and invited me to become a designer of Boutique Cute Dolls. I accepted the invite, of course! hehe I created a kit and an alpha and then I decided to leave Boutique Cute Dolls and follow the “solo” career… as Re Kneipp Designs. Then, I tried a designer call of Sunshine Studio Scraps and I received an YES! So, I stayed at SUN for 6 months, I guess, and then I started selling at DigiscrappersBrasil, for 6 months or 1 year, I don’t know… After those months as a DSB designer, I was invited to be a ScrapbookGraphics designer! OMG! That was AWESOME ! After a few months I was uninspired and took a break. A few months later, I sent Amy (A5D owner) an email asking her a spot at After Five and she said YES! And now, i’m designing there (as The Hidden Heart) and I’m loving it! Everyone is awesome at A5D!
Everything! A music, a movie, my friends, my family, my dreams (I create a lot of my kits based on my dreams… or nightmares… LOL), and more… What inspires me to create is life!
Computer: Notebook
I use Windows 7, but I’ll buy a Mac next year… Thank God! haha
4 GB RAM
500GB HD + EHD
15″ monitor
Program: Photoshop CS5 + plugins (like Alien Skin, Filter Forge…)
Corel Painter 11
Camera: I have a Nikon D3000. Isn’t mine, but I use it! LOL
Anything Else: Bamboo Tablet
EHD (but I don’t use it…)
I have a lot of tips to you give to you! But I’ll give only 2 this time! hehe
1st) The use of shadows! One of the most important things in a page, for me, is the use of shadows. You can use styles or create your owns. But don’t forget to use shadows! hehe To get a good shadow effect on my elements, I like to use a shadows style, then, I create a separate layer with the shadow, and then I improve it going to Edit>Transform>Warp… I use this trick to ribbons and other elements to get a 3D effect. hehe
2nd) If I use a commercial use product in my kits, I try to change it to get more original… I try to give my style in it. I don’t like designers that only change the colors or something…
I like it because it’s a happy kit with a lot of cute animals that I love! I love the colors, elements, papers,… everything! hehe What makes it special is that I made almost everything in it… except the real elements.
It’s popular because of the colors, the dolls, the theme… What inspired it was the season, winter and the peppermint cocoa! LOL Laurie Ann chose the colors… but everything, including the colors, was inspired in the winter! What makes this product special is that we put all our talent and passion in it… and I think this is being recognized. Thank you all for getting this kit!!!! <3
Here are some of my favorite products by The Hidden Heart by Re Kneipp:
Here are some more inspirational layouts using The Hidden Heart by Re Kneipp’s products. All of the layouts are linked to the originals with credits.
Head over to The Hidden Heart’s store and receive 20% off with coupon code tHH_Gimme20off. (exp 05-21-12)
Go have a look in The Hidden Heart’s store! We will randomly select a winner from the comments to win $10.00 in product from his store! (Comments must be posted before midnight EST to qualify)!
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I am loving the daily digi a great place to find out about digital scrapbooking.
Wow, Re! Just, wow! Your products are beautiful! Thanks for the chance.
Wow Re!! Can you believe I did not know you were behind The Hidden Heart! Am I silly or what?? LOL.
I love your style!! You ROCK boy!!
xx
Val
Happy Birthday, Re! Or should I say Feliz Cumpleanos?
) Love all your art work! Your details and color combos are so amazing!
It was really interesting to read about Re and his journey of how he got to be where he is today. I’m glad he has been enjoying success in the digital designing world. Good luck, Re!
I really loved reading about Re, and I love his style. I cant believe this awesomely talented designer is only 15 for one more day of course..awesome Re Rawks, thanks for the chance to win!
I’d love to win
Thanks for the chance!!!
Impressive!! I really like Box of Wishes!
Re has some fabulous products in his store! I’m in love with his My Adventure Book and For You kits. Thanks so much for the chance to win a GC to his shop to get some yumminess!
congrats re! love your stuff
super parabens Re!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow, I knew Re was a boy, but I had no idea he was that young! He’s so very talented! Thanks for a chance to win
Love the whimsy! So glad to see you featured on the daily digi, Renan!
Really really love his style! I have know about Re for awhile now, just have not been keeping up with scrapping world for a bit so did not know he was using hidden heart as his business name now, love it! Wtg Re you really have an amazing talent!
awesome kits! happy birthday a little early.
I love Re’s cool style! I especially like “Looking for Paradise” – the animals in it are so cute!
Fifteen?!? I’m seriously wowed. Love his fun, whimsical and very original style. Looking forward to watching you evolve as a designer, Re.
Wow! Only 15! What a terrific style he already has!
Thanks so much for the chance!
Happy Birthday Re! Very fun kits – love the style!
Re’s designs are so full of fun – they make me smile when I use them. An early “Happy Birthday” to you, Re!
Very Cheerful kits, love them! Thanks for the chance to win:)
Great feature… love his style!
I love the youthfulness of Re’s kits…so perfect for my 15 yo dd! Thanks for the chance to win and for introducing me to the Hidden Heart! I see lots of uses for “So Cool”!
Wow – blown away by Re’s talent! Hip Hop Winter made me laugh – the penguin is very cute
Happy Birthday Re!
Totally amazing, a guy, 15, designing!! Who knew? Wow he has so much in front of him to be a part of the digital world. That’s awesome. Thanks.
Love Re’s kits – they’re so cheerful – fun – and colorful. And only 15 – wow!
Happy Early Birthday!
I am really impressed by this young man! I love his contribution to the digi files– it’s so colorful and whimsical. It’s so amazing to think that Re is growing in the digi scrap world and we get to watch it happen through his work. Re’s story reminds me that people who work with passion and excitement eventually get the recognition and success they deserve. I am excited to see what the future brings for him and excited to be able to watch his talent blossom.
Happy Birthday!!! I love Re’s work and it is so inspiring to see young people embrace their talents! Good luck to you and thanks for the chance!
I didn’t know he was 15, I thought he was already 16. Last month his sister Ju and he were in my city and we met. They are really nice guys.
What fun to have a boy scrapper! Happy birthday tomorrow, Re! He has some super templates in his shop and I really liked Box of Wishes and Welcome to the Party! I can’t wait to see what this young man has in store for me and my two little boys!
Thanks for a chance to win!
Happy Birthday!! Love your mix collection. Thanks for the opportunity to win. The kits above are awesome, and so are the layouts.
Happy B-day on the 28th. It was nice reading about another wonderful designer. I enjoyed looking in his store. I especially liked Peppermint Cocoa and Make it Snappy. Fun whimsical designs. Good luck in your endeavors. Thanks for the opportunity.
Loved learning more about Re. He’s got a fun, funky style. So glad that he didn’t give up.
Happy 16th birthday. (Yes, I am a day early.)
I really like the “Make It Snappy”Collection.
Thank you for the article, the inspiration layouts and fun read.
How cool is Re? Really fresh and fun. Happy birthday for the 28th – sweet sixteen!