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Vol 2

Fotohalle, Schlieren

Thank you for joining Swiss Creator Lab Vol. 2

We hope you have a great day of exploration & fun. Make sure to talk with our partners and don't forget to find your Rhythm for today's challenge.

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Credits

Every model, techno dancer and make-up artist who was there — with their Instagram, who styled them and the full credits for all three sets. Tag them when you post.

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Challenges

This year we not only have one challenge, but three! Two photo challenges and one video challenge.

📸 Photo Challenge

Topic: Rhythm

In this year's Swiss Creator Lab event we have a lot of music related sets. Use this inspiration, find the rhythm in your frames and excite us with what you are able to create!

How to join

  • Post your content from the event on Instagram — single image or carousel, rating happens per post
  • Include the hashtags #sonyxcreatorlab #swisscreatorlab
  • Tag @sony.schweiz, @foto_zumstein, @dedotecschweiz, @swisscreatorlab
  • Submit as many entries as you want — a jury selects the best ones, open to all skill levels
  • Post your entry by 9 August 2026, 23:59

Prizes

Sony Alpha 7V camera body

🥇 1st

Sony Alpha 7V body

by @sony.schweiz

DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Creator Combo

🥈 2nd

DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Creator Combo

by @foto_zumstein

🥉 3rd

Nanlite FS-300B + Parabolic Softbox 120 cm

by @dedotecschweiz

Nanlite PavoTube II 15C

🏅 4th

Nanlite PavoTube II 15C (1Kit)

by @dedotecschweiz

Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones

🎧 Model

Model on the winning image: 1× Sony WH-1000XM6 (blue, silver or pink)

by @sony.schweiz

By taking part in the challenge you agree to the Challenge Terms.

🎬 True RGB Video Challenge

Win a Sony BRAVIA 7 II TV (55") with your own creative video. Show us your vision of True RGB and bring your idea to life as an Instagram Reel or a video carousel post. Use the True RGB Playground at the event — props, stage setup and your creativity.

The only rule: your video must include the three challenge colours red, green and blue. Everything else is up to you.

How to join

  • Create a video about your vision of True RGB — all three colours must be present
  • Post it on Instagram as a Reel or video carousel post
  • Tag @sony.schweiz and use the hashtag #TrueRGBChallenge
  • Follow @sony.schweiz on Instagram
  • Post your entry by 9 August 2026, 23:59

Prizes

Sony BRAVIA 7 II TV

🏆 Winner

Sony BRAVIA 7 II TV (55")

by @sony.schweiz

Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones

🎧 Model

Model in the winning video: 1× Sony WH-1000XM6 (blue, silver or pink)

by @sony.schweiz

By taking part in the challenge you agree to the Challenge Terms.

🌫️ Light & Fog Challenge

Win a Patona Fogmaster Pro Set, brought to you by Foto Video Zumstein. Create an exciting image using light and fog at their stand in the white hall — the winner is drawn from all entries.

How to join

  • Create an image using light and fog at the Foto Video Zumstein stand in the white hall
  • Post it on Instagram and tag @foto_zumstein
  • Post your entry by 26 July 2026, 23:59

Timeline

  1. 12:00 – 12:45

    Arrival Photographers, Models & Techno Dancers

    Opening doors, collect badges, connect, settle in and start having a good time

  2. 12:45 – 13:00

    Intro Speech (Main hall)

    Official welcome and overview of the day

  3. 13:00

    Arrival MUAs & Fashion Designers

    Collect badges, settle in and get started — MUAs in the dedicated space, fashion designers collaborating with models

  4. 13:00 – 15:00

    Workshops

    For photographers we have 3 parallel workshops for you to explore, join one or all of them and switch between. For models we also have 1 workshop. Learn more down below.

  5. 15:00 – 17:30

    Open Creation

    All sets open up for everybody to explore, get creative, network with the brands and connect with each other.

  6. 17:30 – 18:00

    Closing

    Final speech, prize announcement and official end of the event.

Workshops 13:00 – 15:00

All workshops run in parallel — as a photographer you can switch between them. For models there is one workshop by Fabiana. If you have an assigned MUA slot, it may take place at the same time or overlap a bit with the workshops.

For Photographers

Portrait of Jessica Christ (Jess)

Workshop Host

Jessica Christ (Jess)

Jess is a Swiss photographer and videographer specialised in live music, people and event photography for artists, festivals and brands. With over twelve years behind the camera, she has shot for the likes of Slipknot, Rise Against, Red Bull Switzerland and most major Swiss festivals.

@jessicachrist

Portrait of Brigitte Fässler

Workshop Host

Brigitte Fässler

Brigitte Fässler is an interdisciplinary artist and filmmaker operating at the intersection of digital technology, spatial staging, and performance. Her practice explores the emergence of hybrid identities by blurring the lines between physical presence and virtual expansion.

@brigittefaessler

Portrait of Alex Verhalle

Workshop Host

Alex Verhalle

Alex Verhalle is a nightlife and architectural photographer, living and working near Brussels. He will host a techno set with 10-15 dancers. He previously hosted Sessions Vol. 4 'Rave & Shoot'.

@alexverhalle

For Models

Portrait of Fabiana Privitelli

Workshop for Models

Fabiana Privitelli

Fabiana is a dance instructor & choreographer and hosts a workshop about how to move your body and feel comfortable doing so — open to all models signed up for Vol. 2.

@fabianaprivitelli

Location

Fotohalle, Schlieren

We're back at Fotohalle after our first big meetup there. This time, we'll have almost double the space. This will get us a dedicated area for models & make up artists, space to relax / network and overall a more open environment.

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📍 Open in Google Maps

Set Plan

Partners

Test gear for free & connect with the brands.

Sony logo

Sony

Main Partner

Touch and try the latest Sony gear at the event.

@sony.schweiz

Foto Video Zumstein logo

Foto Video Zumstein

Partner

Gear to experiment with on the sets.

@foto_zumstein

Modul8 logo

Modul8

Partner

Electronic dance collective from Basel.

@modul8.ch

🫶 Awareness

We want Swiss Creator Lab to be a safe space for everyone. If you see or experience anything at the event that isn't ok, tell us — during or after the event. Reports go directly to the organizing team and are treated confidentially. You can stay completely anonymous.

FAQ

The Basics

Do I need a registration for the event?

Yes — you can only attend with a registration, and the event is currently sold out. Please only come by if you have a valid registration. Follow @swisscreatorlab to hear about freed-up spots and future events.

When should I arrive?

Doors open at 12:00. If you are a photographer, model or techno dancer, arrive from 12:00. If you are a MUA or fashion designer, arrive from 13:00. Check the timeline above for the full schedule.

Is the event free?

Yes — attending Swiss Creator Lab is completely free, made possible thanks to our partners. Come by, create and have a good time.

Where is the event and how do I get there?

At Fotohalle in Schlieren, just outside Zurich. Use the Google Maps link in the Location section — the venue is easy to reach by public transport.

For Models & MUAs

As a model, what should I bring?

Bring whatever you feel comfortable in or want pictures taken of. It’s an event to experiment and collaborate with photographers you might not otherwise get the chance to work with — so feel free to try something new.

As a model, how do I get my pictures?

Make sure to exchange contacts when shooting together — that way photographers can send you the results directly.

Is there a dedicated space for MUAs & models?

Yes — this year we have almost double the space, including a dedicated area for models & make up artists and a space to relax and network.

At the Event

Can I take part in the challenges?

Yes — all challenges are open to all skill levels: the Photo Challenge, the True RGB Video Challenge and the Light & Fog Challenge. Check the challenge sections above for how to join.

What if I see or experience something that isn't ok?

Tell us — during or after the event. Talk to someone from the team on site or use the awareness form above. Reports go directly to the organizing team, are treated confidentially and can be fully anonymous.