I am out of my comfort zone 11,000km away from home, on the southern coast of Iceland. Several hours drive from the capital of Reykjavik, the landscapes I see rolling by could not be more alien to me. From lava fields possessing a strange, otherworldly beauty to green hills dotted with frolicking lambs to breathtaking waterfalls, Iceland, it seems, has scenery for every adventure seeker. Set against the raw beauty of active volcanoes looming large over the landscape and glaciers that can calve at a moment's notice, it is not difficult to be awestruck by the pure power of Mother Nature. I'm here in the name of finding out what makes an artist (and watch brand) tick at the invitation of the luxury Swiss watchmaker Vacheron Constantin. The 268-year-old brand had several ambitious launches up its sleeve in Iceland. Firstly, the announcement of American artist and adventurer Zaria Forman as the newest face in its "One of Not Many" campaign. It also marks the start of Forman's exhibition "Fellsfjara, Iceland," held in the Harpa Center in Reykjavik. On display is her artwork that was borne from her previous travels to Iceland starting in 2021. They include the incredibly detailed, almost photorealistic pastel and charcoal drawings that she is known for, as well as newer mediums such as sculpture.
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The Great Unknown
It's a fresh chapter for Thai actress Nuttanicha "Nychaa" Dungwattanawanich as she strikes out on her own.
FINDING XANADU
Adventure, magic and freedom await in the land of the blue sky, Mongolia.
TALKING POINTS
From the worlds of Art, Culture, Travel and Design.
TIMELESS LUXURY
In Hosanna Swee and Tom Chng's stunning apartment, an eye for detail and love for horological collectibles reveals an elegant and minimalist escape.
PRIM FOR PRIMETIME
Chanikarn \"Prim\" Tangkabodee reminisces on her journey from a child actor to a superstar in-the-making.
INSPIRATION
The suave music artiste is no stranger to the world of fashion. In fact, he describes fashion as the forefront of his and his family's personal expression, as well as a form of manners.
WELL, SUITED?
As attitudes towards dress codes shift, is the suit about to exit our closets?
DARK HORSE
In his next role and what is easily his most challenging character to date―actor Brian Ng wants one thing from you: your hatred.
THE POWER OF PERETTI
In a hidden village of Sant Marti Vell in Spain, where Elsa Peretti lived, loved and created enduring symbols of design and beauty for Tiffany & Co., Kenneth Goh traces and marvels at her 50 years of legacy.
REDEFINING ROYALTY
Chaumet's Charles Leung talks to BAZAAR about the beauty and the resilience of the 244-year-old French jewellery brand in a new era.