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From Wrestling to Horses and Winemakers: Continuing the Living Tradition
The exhibition Swiss Wrestling, More Than a Tradition has come to a close, but the journey continues. Two new cycles are now taking shape in the studio: The Horses of Switzerland, More Than a Tradition— The Winemakers of Switzerland, More Than a Tradition

Robert Blanchette
Oct 141 min read


The Frame as a Narrative Space
A drawing never lives on its own. The black wood Skava Nielsen frames highlight this intimacy without distraction.

Robert Blanchette
Sep 131 min read


The Invisible Language of Drawing
In Swiss Wrestling, More Than a Tradition, what matters is not only what is drawn. Equally important is what remains undrawn. The white of the paper, the pauses, the absences — they carry meaning as strongly as the line itself.

Robert Blanchette
Sep 121 min read


Swiss Wrestling: A Living Heritage
Before it became a competitive sport, Swiss wrestling was first and foremost a village festival. Under the tents and on the sawdust, wrestlers face one another with strength and respect, surrounded by families who share meals, songs, and stories.

Robert Blanchette
Sep 81 min read


Swiss Wrestling, More Than a Tradition — Exhibition at Galerie du Pressoir
Swiss Wrestling, More Than a Tradition will feature around twenty graphite drawings dedicated to Schwingen, Switzerland’s national sport — not only an athletic contest, but a living cultural practice.

Robert Blanchette
Sep 41 min read


Comic Book Project
Hey everyone, I’m thrilled to share my latest creative venture with you: I’m diving into the world of Swiss wrestling, also known as...

Robert Blanchette
Oct 10, 20241 min read


Home stretch for Huttwil
“J’ai passé 40 heures sur le dessin. Je vais terminer le premier passage lorsque je mettrai les nuances sur les deux têtes et les...

Robert Blanchette
Jul 16, 20241 min read
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