Lycée Français de Chicago
Laurence Lignel is a visual art teacher at Lycée Français de Chicago since August 2019, with extensive experience in the art sector as both an artistic director and curator at Galerie Waterton since October 2015, and as a freelance artist at Atelier 54 since 2005, specializing in 2D and 3D artworks, commissions, invitations, catalogs, and exhibitions. Laurence's previous roles include sales executive at Buccellati, sales associate at Lalique, and senior account executive at Nouvel Eldorado, managing high-profile accounts such as Clarins and Chaumet. Earlier career experience includes account executive roles at Agence MAFIA and BDDP&Fils, working on renowned brands and event planning. Academic qualifications include a Bachelor of Visual Arts from Ecole Supérieure metiers arts et culture, as well as studies at Harold Washington College, Kensington & Chelsea College, and Université Paris Cité in marketing and advertising.