ABOUT US
„ Art is the basis of human expression.
Make time to sing and draw,
to dance and paint.
Let the child within
breathe easy once again.“
Phylicia Rashad
OUR MISSION
Creative You - where YOU can be the artist
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A women-run business in the heart of Thalwil is a creative hotspot for many, who want to do something creative without any outstanding talent or previous knowledge, with or without kids, enjoying the company of friends and family or some much needed me-time.
Come and create something special for yourself or make a beautiful gift for someone else!
Everyone is welcome.
At Creative You you can laugh, simply get lost in the moment in this ever-rushing world and YOU can be the artist, no matter if you are a top painter or a beginner. Our attentive and welcoming team is here to help you and show you all the tricks and tips you’ll need to create your own artwork.
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You can walk in to our studio during our opening hours without booking (our workshops always take place in a separate room).
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Bring your friends & family, work colleagues or simply come on your own to relax. In addition, our studio can be rented for children’s and teens' parties, private functions or corporate events.
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Besides offering a cozy space for everyone to explore their own creative power, our aim is to provide different workshops and theme events suitable and curated for children and adults, to show the innumerable facets pottery painting, working with clay and glass fusing have to offer.
We believe in the power of the creative process and that it helps you to switch off and to forget everything else and that the shared joy of free creation brings friends, families and even colleagues together.
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Our number one priority is our customers' journey, we'll assist, inspire and guide you.
We are hoping to see you soon whenever you are looking for an alternative to the playground, not only on a rainy day! Visit us and spend some quality time together with your friends and family by doing something creative together!
Let’s play with the different materials, techniques and colours and explore creativity together: enjoy time here and now!
Have you been longing for a place where you can create freely, where you have everything you need for creative relaxation?
Have you been looking at different creative programmes, but the evenings are not good, or the dates are not right, or you have to book too far in advance?
Creative You is an open creative studio where you can drop in whenever you feel like creating.
There's a plethora of ceramics waiting for you in our studio to take them off the shelf, choose your colours and paint them to your liking!
Custom made, to your own design.
We are here to help you from brainstorming to execution.
We'll explain the basics and show you brush strokes and techniques. We also have templates, prints, indigosable patterns and idea-ready painted ceramics waiting for you if you arrive without a specific idea in mind.
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It's your job to enjoy it, Creative You's job is to get your creativity flowing and you to leave with a sense of achievement.
Paint freely! You are more creative than you think!
THIS IS US
Gabriella Györfi
Nice to meet you!
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I am Gabi, the owner of Creative You, this special place for children and adults, who would like to explore their creativity and participate in different workshops and theme events from pottery painting to designing their own sneakers. The sky is the limit!
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As a little girl I have always been creative but never talented and I didn’t understand, why I can’t join courses and art studios, why it was the privilege of the only highly talented in my childhood.
This is what inspired me - after years of working in corporate sales and marketing - to open my own creative studio in 2019, which has become a hub for children and adults, who derive pleasure from the creative process of designing, painting, working with clay, printing flowers... you name it!
I love experiencing the shared joy of free creation among friends, families or work colleagues.
Éva Schnitzer
Hello, my name is Évi.
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I have 3 wonderful children and an amazing, supporting husband, who are the number one priority in my life.
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Gabi is a fun person with a lot of positive energy. Her enthusiasm transferred over to me and I started working at Creative You in 2020.
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I've always had a creative streak. I started working with clay about 8 years ago as a hobby, I learned from Birgit Heyner. My new passion is glass fusing. I attended classes at various places to make sure I learn this technique properly. (I am quite the perfectionist ;-)
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I enjoy working with children the most. Teaching kids is one of the best parts of my job and a privilege I appreciate and respect a lot.
Handmade pieces are as unique as we all are.
Noémi András
Hello everyone, I’m Noémi.
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I graduated in management, driven by my passion for working with people. However, deep down, I always knew that the corporate path wasn’t for me. During my school years, my notebooks were filled with little drawings alongside my notes. So, when I found this job, I was truly thrilled – it allows me to do both things I love at the same time.
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Although I originally painted mainly on canvas, since starting here, I’ve discovered the joy of painting on ceramics, and it’s been such a fun experience! One of my greatest joys is working with children, so I especially love the camps we organize.
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Beyond painting, I’m passionate about nature, animals, photography, and writing.
I believe that life is a journey, and it’s important to find ways to have fun, create something meaningful for the world, and, of course, spread love and kindness to others.
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I’m sure that if you come in to paint with us, I’ll be happy to help bring out the Creative side of You!
Vaida Desjobert
Hey there! I'm Vaida. Originally from Lithuania, but I've got the travel bug and have already called 7 countries my home! The Mediterranean Sea is a source of inspiration for me, and I spend as much time as possible there.
Since I was a kid, I've been head over heels for anything arty and creative. I love the simplicity of aesthetic minimalism, but I'm also drawn to the excitement of bold colors, textures, and textured art – a bit of a contradiction, I know!
I studied management and marketing and spent over 10 years in the corporate finance world. I later took on some project management and Personal Assistant work for a short period. But my heart has always been in the creative world. I've worked on tons of events, from small personal gatherings to big corporate bashes.
My real passion? Painting! I love working with oils and acrylics on canvas and now on ceramics. I've had exhibitions in London, Ireland, and Switzerland. When I'm not painting, you can find me with my camera in hand, exploring the world through my lens.
Oh, and I can't forget my love for interior design, styling and decoration. There's something so satisfying about transforming a space and making it beautiful.
Working at the studio is a dream come true. Every day is a learning experience, and I'm constantly amazed by the creativity of the people around me. I love helping them bring their artistic visions to life and create something beautiful to take home.
Whether I'm leading a corporate event with ceramic painting or exploring other art techniques, I'm always up for sharing my passion and knowledge. But the best part? I get to learn just as much from everyone I meet!