Exploring the Rich Cultural and Design Entrepreneurial
Heritage of the unique Breton region of France, 2024
Kara Coulter
Fashion Design, 5th Year
"The most memorable day for me was our first day in Quimper. We were given a tour the city and taught the history of the town. My favorite part was walking through-out the cathedral. It was beautiful! I was mesmerized by the stain glass windows and the intricate details inside and outside of the cathedral."
Maddie McKnight
Fashion Design, 4th Year
"This is my first experience outside of the United States and it has been the best first place to go! I have noticed that everywhere in Brittney is so thought out and purposeful! My favorite moment was decorating our own special bowls!"
Wesley Beisel
Fashion Design, 3rd Year
"My favorite day was the Brittany museum visit because of the costumes we saw, it was very fascinating especially learning about the fabric that we cannot make anymore. I also was super proud of myself for translating for the group. Later in the day we went to the museums reserve which is not open to the public and that was also very intriguing. We then spent the rest of the day at the festival of lights!"
Ella Hoffman
Fashion Design, 2nd Year
“I’ve loved exploring all of the artistic towns around brittany. It’s inspiring to see artists of all mediums flourish in a community that is so supportive. I really enjoyed watching the Brenton big bagafou. It felt really special, like I was immersed into the culture surrounding me.”
Greta Yusko
Fashion Design, 2nd Year
“I’ve absolutely loved every part of this trip, especially when we visited the Amor Lux headquarters. We were able to get a behind the scenes look at the production and design process, which was truly inspiring. I learned a lot, and now I’m even more excited to start working in the industry.”
Meredith Gilbert
Fashion Design, 2nd Year
“Exploring Brittany has been an unforgettable experience. My favorite opportunity so far was the tour of Armor Lux’s facilities. We were able to witness every part of the process from the original design to final touches in production.”
Sofia Lowe
Fashion Design, 2nd Year
“This trip has been extremely eye opening and amazing in several ways. My favorite part was going to Le Minor and seeing how they do all their embroidery. Being able to see the time put into all the intricate detail, which is done by hand, was an amazing experience. I intend on taking what I learned and putting into my future projects.”
Elise Nyktas
Graphic Design, 5th Year
“This trip has been a great opportunity to experience and learn more about Brittany’s culture and how it informs their way of life. It has been inspiring to see their culture come to life in their Christmas festivities. The beautiful costumes, music, and dances are something I will never forget.”
Alexandra Fernholz
Graphic Design, 5th Year
“During our trip to Brittany, I have been amazed at the beautiful towns and villages we have visited. Though I have been to France before, it’s been primarily to larger cities like Paris, so being given the opportunity to see the beautiful countryside has been a truly amazing experience. We have also been so fortunate to have the hospitality of the locals, as they’ve been truly welcoming at every turn, which has made the trip just that much more special to me.”
Audrey Peters
Graphic Design, 5th Year
“One of my favorite parts of visiting Brittany has been being able to learn more about design and the arts outside of what I study day to day. I particularly loved the walking tour of Quimper and learning more about the history and architecture of the town. “
Cora Wilson
Graphic Design, 4th Year
“Having the opportunity to travel and experience Brittany has been so inspiring. As a young designer, I’ve seen beautiful examples of the historical architecture, intricate textiles, and fine artwork of the region. While I have thoroughly enjoyed each day of our trip, I especially valued meeting Pascal Jaouen and viewing his beautiful, detailed work. I additionally enjoyed experiencing and learning about the rich history of the Saint-Corentin Cathedral.”
Anna Glanzman
Graphic Design, 4th Year
"Immersing myself in the arts and culture of Brittany has opened my eyes as a designer. I have enjoyed being inspired by graphic and type styles, but learning about the architecture and fashion has made me appreciate how unique each area of design is. One of my favourite tour visits was Armor Lux, where I found myself loving the history and intricate details of the behind-the-scenes of the company. Overall having the opportunity to travel along the coast of France has been an amazing studying experience!"
Drew Hammond
Graphic Design, 4th Year
"Our trip to Brittany, France has been an unforgettable experience. Every corner of Quimper tells a story of creativity and passion that I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to explore and learn about. This trip has not only expanded my perspective on the world but also introduced a deep respect for the people who preserve and celebrate their heritage while continuing to inspire new generations of artists. Some of my highlights of this trip were the Reception at the Quimper Townhall, visit to Armor Lux and painting my own Breton bowl!"
Cesca Campisano
Graphic Design, 4th Year
"One of my favorite visits throughout this trip was our tour at Armor Lux. It was so wonderful to be able to see and experience the garment making process from start to finish."
Alyssa Baker
Fine Arts, 5th Year
This experience has been my first opportunity to travel outside of the United States! My favorite part of the trip was visiting the museum reserve.
Kaya Friday
Fine Arts, 5th Year
“This trip is my first time outside the United States, making the whole experience incredibly special! My favorite day so far has been visiting the museum reserves. It was amazing to see how they store and maintain their collection. I also loved having the chance to tour a small ceramics studio and glaze traditional Breton bowls. I’m learning so much about French culture and having experiences I never imagined I would!”
Sophia Kroto
Fine Arts, 3rd Year
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Mea McCormack
Architecture, 6th Year
“My favorite moment was the Festival of Lights at the Castle of Trévarez. The light projection on the side of the castle was awe-inducing, I loved seeing the remains of the interior as well… to see the lives and history of the space.”
Emma Hausz
Architecture, 6th Year
“Out of all of the amazing things on this trip my favorite moment was in Lilia when we got to cross the bay to the lighthouse. We got to explore the interior of the lighthouse and the beautiful 360 view."
James Phelps
Industrial Design, 2rd Year
“My Favorite experience on this trip has been the fish market, seeing the process of catching, selling, and distributing the fish, another highlight is seeing all the different designs of both new and old across Brittany in the shops and architecture.”