Hi! I’m Jamila, an artist, illustrator and graphic designer originally from Lugano, the sunny side of Switzerland with beautiful nature.
I specialize in watercolor illustrations that capture the beauty and emotion of everyday moments. Whether it’s a fleeting expression, a stunning sunset, or architectural details, I bring these moments to life with feeling and character.
I find inspiration from traveling, urban sketching, and connecting with people. My work seeks to capture the extraordinary in the everyday moments of life.

Let’s work together to create something personal, unique, and meaningful—whether it's a custom commission, live painting, or a creative project.
Let's bring your vision to life!






Do you want to work with me? Get in touch! :-)

︎   jamila.rickenbach@gmail.com  

I’m available for commissions, projects, such as editorial illustration, reportage illustration, workshops and collaborations.

Personalised commissions

From portraits of loved ones to custom architectural illustrations, I create one-of-a-kind pieces that will truly stand out in your home or as a gift. Share your idea, and I’ll bring it to life with a personal touch.

Live painting / drawing for events

Make your event or festival unforgettable by booking me for graphic recording, live painting, or live drawing. I capture the essence of your occasion in real-time, creating an engaging visual experience for everyone.

Live portraits:

Make your corporate event, private party, or family gathering truly unforgettable with live portraits. I’ll capture the essence of your guests in real-time, offering them a fun, interactive experience. Each portrait becomes a personalized, lasting keepsake—an exclusive gift that will be cherished long after the event ends.



Formation:

︎  Bachelor of Arts in Illustration Fiction at HSLU (Hochschule Design Film Kunst) Luzern

︎ Exchange semester in Illustration at HAW (Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften), Hamburg

︎ Illustration course with Samanta Malavasi, Berlin and Drawing and Animation courses at Kunstschule Berlin

︎ Graphic Design Diploma EFZ/CFC/AFC at CSIA (Centro Scolastico per le Industrie Artistiche), Lugano


Exibithions:
︎ Werkschau Hochschule Luzern Design & Kunst, Lucerne
︎ Aprillen Lesefest, Bern

Publications:
︎ «A Busker’s Ballad», selfpublication
︎ «10 × 10 — zehn Jahre Aprillen», Edition Moderne

Live drawing – graphic recording experiences:
︎ Live drawing/graphic recording: literature festival «Literaare», Thun, Bern
︎ Live portraits: private dinner, Ticino
︎ Live portraits: markets, Ticino