I’m a former art and creative director for luxury brands in Europe, now a full time visual artist. After many years leading creative direction and brand storytelling for global campaigns, I’ve shifted my focus to painting and illustration, creating works that celebrate nature and consciousness. I now divide my time between exhibitions and collaborating with brands and editors on bespoke artistic projects. Based in Geneva, I continue to bridge the worlds of art and design through meaningful creative partnerships.…

Clarissa P. Valaeys

I’m a former art and creative director for luxury brands in Europe, now a full time visual artist. After many years leading creative direction and brand storytelling for global campaigns, I’ve shifted my focus to painting and illustration, creating works that celebrate nature and consciousness. I now divide my time between exhibitions and collaborating with brands and editors on bespoke artistic projects. Based in Geneva, I continue to bridge the worlds of art and design through meaningful creative partnerships.…

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I’m a former art and creative director for luxury brands in Europe, now a full time visual artist.

After many years leading creative direction and brand storytelling for global campaigns, I’ve shifted my focus to painting and illustration, creating works that celebrate nature and consciousness.

I now divide my time between exhibitions and collaborating with brands and editors on bespoke artistic projects. Based in Geneva, I continue to bridge the worlds of art and design through meaningful creative partnerships.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Italian
Beginner

Work Experience

Visual Artist at Clarissa P. Valaeys Art
January 1, 2020 - November 4, 2025
Visual artist with gallery exhibitions, floral venue showcases, publications, and commercial commissions; also conducts Yoga & Art workshops.
Creative Director - Brand Consulting at CH (Luxury Brands) – Self-employed
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Creative Director consulting for luxury brands; brand coherence, art direction for style guides, and overseeing photo/film shoots.
Artist-in-Residence at Platform 10, Lausanne
January 1, 2023 - November 4, 2025
Residency with book publication and collective show.
Senior Art Director / Brand Strategist at The Brooklyn Brothers
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Led brand strategy and art direction for clients such as UN, Clinique, Unilever, Bath & Body Works, Kayak.com, The History Channel, Knicks, and other major brands; oversaw campaigns across print, TV and digital platforms.
Creative Director / Brand Consultant at Chopard S.A., Rolex, TAG Heuer (Freelance)
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Creative Director Consulting for luxury brands, ensuring brand coherence, art direction for style guides, and execution of photo and film shoots.
Senior Art Director / Brand Strategist at The Brooklyn Brothers, NYC
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010
Brand strategy, art direction, and creative leadership for clients including UN, Clinique, Unilever, Bath & Body Works, Kayak.com, The History Channel, and NY Knicks.
Graphic and Web Designer at Vox Advertising & Design, NYC
December 31, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Graphic and web design, branding, typography, illustration, and ad concepts for a range of clients.
Creative Director / Brand Strategist at Patria Nova Communications & Design, France
December 31, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Creative direction and brand strategy for clients such as Servette FC, Geneva Servette Hockey Club, Fondation La Vespérale, Fieff S.A.
Creative Director at PatriaNova Com. & Design
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Brand strategy, art direction for clients such as Servette FC, Genève Servette Hockey Club, Fondation La Vespérale, Fief SA.
Graphic and Web Designer at Vox Advertising & Design
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Advertising & Design – Graphic and Web Designer; Branding, graphic design, web design, illustration.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at UFPR
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1999
Art Direction, Typography, Advertising, Web design, Illustration at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Painting Techniques at Cooper Union
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003
Milton Glaser Graphic Design Summer Workshop at School of Visual Arts
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Luxury Typography Training at Type Directors Club
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Passion to Profit Course at Thriving Artists Business School
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Art Classes & Creative Workshops (offline) at Various
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2021
Residency / Related Studies at Caran D'ache
January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023
Screen Printing Course at Art 10, NYC
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Letterpress Workshop at The Arm Letterpress Workshop, NYC
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Natural Pigment Making Course at Brazil
January 1, 2025 - November 4, 2025

Qualifications

Freehand Illustrator
January 1, 2020 - November 4, 2025
Skilled with painting with watercolors
November 4, 2020 - November 4, 2025
Skilled with painting with gouache
November 4, 2020 - November 4, 2025
Skilled with painting with acrylics
November 4, 2020 - November 4, 2025
Muralist
November 4, 2020 - November 4, 2025
Botanical illustrations
November 4, 2020 - November 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Other, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Agriculture & Mining, Healthcare
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    Co-created with Emmanuelle Le Gall, Paradisio’s co-founder, the panoramic wallpaper draws inspiration from the lush tropical landscapes of Bahia, Brazil. Emmanuelle envisioned a serene bird sanctuary — a poetic scene that evokes tranquility, harmony, and the timeless beauty of nature. The piece reflects a shared desire to bring the exotic into contemporary interiors in a way that feels refined, pure, and extraordinary. With generous creative freedom, Valaeys infused the work with her signature sense of light, color, and organic movement, transforming it into a visual journey that bridges art and design while celebrating the spirit of tropical life. logo photo branding graphicdesigner webdesigner designer illustrator artist…
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    Co-created with Emmanuelle Le Gall, Paradisio’s co-founder, the panoramic wallpaper draws inspiration from the lush tropical landscapes of Bahia, Brazil. Emmanuelle envisioned a serene bird sanctuary, a poetic scene that evokes tranquility, harmony, and the timeless beauty of nature.

    The piece reflects a shared desire to bring the exotic into contemporary interiors in a way that feels refined, pure, and extraordinary. With generous creative freedom, Valaeys infused the work with her signature sense of light, color, and organic movement, transforming it into a visual journey that bridges art and design while celebrating the spirit of tropical life.

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