Guillaume Lorin was born in Guadeloupe (FWI) in 1985 where he grew up surrounded by nature and the creole folklore. He studied animation in Paris and Luxembourg before working for several production companies. He then enters La Poudrière school where he developed his skill as a director. After years working for Folimage and Cartoon Saloon, he finally directs his first short, Vanille, a colorful modern day tale taking place in is beloved Guadeloupe.