In this art form the Swiss artitst is renowned as Europe's best. Toni is not the only reason for a trip to the Brienzersee in the Bernese Oberland, but the major reason.

Although Europeans are still quite unfamiliar with this art form, Toni Steininger is European champion in Ice Carving. As trained wood carver from Brienz, in Texas he was nicknamed the "Swiss Guy". His ice sculptures for Texas oil millionaires' parties - entire Walt Disney scenes with larger than life figures - created a sensation and were the "talk of the Lone Star State".

Since his return to Switzerland Toni is trying to popularize his "Cool Glamour" sculptures in his homeland, as well.

© Tina Ruisinger (Photos),© Felix Ruhl (Text)

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