About Ilja
ILJA TSCHANEN
Visual Artist
Born in 1989, Ilja Tschanen is a Swiss artist known for his creative portraits and artistic visual language. With a sharp eye for atmosphere, character, and refined composition, he creates images that move between authenticity and imagination — always driven by emotion, depth, and aesthetic precision.
Working from his studio in Zürich and based between Zürich, Palma de Mallorca, and Schaffhausen, Ilja blends Swiss clarity with Mediterranean warmth. His work is shaped by a strong artistic instinct and a passion for transforming personalities into striking visual statements.
Ilja specializes in creative portraits, commercial photography and fine art photography. Whether working with public figures, artists, or brands, he approaches every project with conceptual sensitivity and a distinct visual signature. His portraits are characterized by thoughtful staging, subtle storytelling, and a timeless yet contemporary aesthetic.
His work has been featured in renowned publications such as Vogue, ELLE, and Tatler, among others.
Selected clients include UBS Switzerland, SIG Group, ProSieben Schweiz, ALDI Suisse, Geschenkidee.ch, CH Media — representing a range of leading national and international brands.
Driven by curiosity and a deep fascination for people, Ilja creates visual worlds that feel intimate yet powerful. His work stands for artistic integrity, strong visual identity, and portraits that leave a lasting impression.
tschanen@moduleplus.ch
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