The Swiss photographer, Willy Spiller, was born in 1947 and grew up in the Zurich Highlands; today he lives and works in Zurich. In 1968, he graduated from studies in Photography at the Zurich School of Art and Design (ZHDK). This was followed by extended stays in Milan, Africa, Latin America and six years in New York. For 45 years, Spiller has been working on assignment as a photojournalist and freelance photographer for international newspapers, magazines, agencies and companies. His multifaceted oeuvre ranges from artistic photography and photojournalism to experimental film. His work has been widely exhibited and received numerous honours. Publications include Pictures of a Local Reporter and Subway New York (1986). Edition Bildhalle published his book Zürich 1967-1976, in 2019.
