Creatives
Seiji Ozawa Academy: Elevate Your Musical Experience This July
WORLD-RENOWNED orchestra and opera conductor Seiji Ozawa (1935-2024) was driven by a passion to share his knowledge and expertise with younger generations. In 2004 he decided to launch the only project outside Japan for students from all over the world, the “Seiji Ozawa International Academy Switzerland”.
UniCréa: Artisanal Extravaganza at Château de la Sarraz 1-4 May
In its 20th year and 36th edition, UniCréa offers unique creations by more than 100 European artisans from 1 to 4 May 2025 at Château de la Sarraz.
Hands Clasped – A Collaborative Project Celebrating Unity
Artist-teacher Gavin Wright and students of the International School of Geneva collaborated to create Hands Clasped, a sculpture celebrating unity.
Lémanique Treasures: Marion Jiranek’s Artistic Showcase at La Galerie Esquisse
Artist Marion Jiranek’s latest exhibition at La Galerie Esquisse in Nyon until 3 November reveals the beauty and charm of the Arc Lémanique’s medieval towns and verdant landscapes.
Six must-visit cultural and crafts events this Autumn
As the heat and long hours of Summer give way to the chill and shorter days of Autumn, reenergise yourself with an outing to one of these cultural and crafting events.
Atelier 9: A tale of pluck, luck, timing & talent
Starting a new, storefront business is risky at the best of times. But when the opportunity arose in the Autumn of 2020, with a global pandemic and lockdowns underway, it took a special leap of faith to even consider it.
The Extraordinary Ordinary Life – Art Exhibition by Yvonne Morell
TALENTED Rolle-based artist and teacher Yvonne Morell brings everyday events and characters to life with wit, exuberance, and a keen eye for human expression and emotion.
Her townscapes are filled with charm, portraits of women exude an insouciance and whimsy, everyday objects burst with seemingly incompatible pattern, and floral…
Actor Geneva Holloman is Holly Golightly in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”
THE Geneva English Drama Society (GEDS) brings Truman Capote’s “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” to the Théâtre de Terre-Sainte in Coppet from 20-24th November. In the role of Holly Golightly actor Geneva Holloman brings the necessary training with a degree in theatre arts and success in an award-winning acting ensemble. But…
Creative Journeys: Q&A with singer-songwriter-musician Matt Mathews
GENEVA-based singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Matt Mathews has played on stage and in clubs across Switzerland and Europe with the groups “Exphase” and “The Exciters”. His first solo album “Promised Land”, released in May 2016, received extensive air play on Radio Swiss Pop, Rete3, Radio Chablais, TVM3 and Leman…
Creative Journeys: Q&A Interview with Fashion Designer Ly-Ling Vilaysane
AWARD-WINNING Swiss designer Ly-Ling Vilaysane established her fashion brand “aéthérée” in 2006. At her St Gallen atelier she creates timeless, modern clothes for everyday wear with an emphasis on quality materials and attention to detail. In this Q&A interview she shares with us what’s important to her in life.…
UNIcréa ed. 25: Enjoy a riot of creativity in art, fashion and design from 3-6 May
BY the time spring comes around again I know it’s time for the “riot” of creativity that is the UNIcréa Arts & Crafts Salon, which twice annually brings together more than 100 artisans ‘handpicked’ for their originality, passion and talent by UNIcréa founder and director Céline Dreveton. Céline is…
Creative Journeys: A Q&A Interview with Artist and Teacher Yvonne Morell
THE characters and themes brought to vibrant, colorful life in artist Yvonne Morell’s artworks are familiar and yet strikingly original. Her depictions cast a fresh light on everyday occurrences, habits and objects with an engaging warmth, wit and humanity. In this interview she tells us what inspires her in life…
In the Company of Women: Inspiring insights and advice from creative women for creative women
HAVE you ever wished that you could sit down with a mentor and talk about the challenges of making your way in your profession? Or how to trailblaze your own unique path? Be true to your own sense of self and fulfil your own creative potential regardless of how…
The Swiss Romandy’s premier Arts & Crafts Fair — UNIcréa — brings creativity to the forefront at the Château de Morges from 4-7 May
IF IT’S spring it’s time again for the creative extravaganza that is the UNIcréa Arts & Crafts Salon, which twice annually brings together more than 100 artisans ‘handpicked’ for their originality, passion and talent by UNIcréa founder and director Céline Dreveton. I spoke with Céline last autumn (Meet Céline Dreveton: Artisan,…
La Lumière du Temps: photophores bring soulful elegance to both special & everyday moments
TO meet Serena Dignola-Russignan, founder and talented artisan behind La Lumière du Temps, you soon understand where the warmth and playfulness emanating from her elegant, handmade “photophores” (wax candle holders) come from. Inviting me into the kitchen of her home in Eysins, just above Nyon, Lugano-born Serena insists on preparing me a cup of coffee. Not…
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