SIAD graduation ceremony |29 March 2025

Ms Marzocchi receiving her trophy from President Ramkalawan

Angela Marzocchi wins President’s Cup 

By Anika Cathene

Angela Marzocchi was awarded the President’s Cup during the graduation ceremony of the Seychelles Institute of Art and Design yesterday afternoon.

Ms Marzocchi, who has successfully completed the Diploma Course in Fine Arts among 43 other students, received her cup from President Wavel Ramkalawan.

She also won three other awards namely Best Overall Performer for the Diploma programme, Best Performer for Cambridge GCE ‘A level Art’ and Best Performer for Diploma in Fine Arts. 

During the ceremony, held at the University of Seychelles auditorium, Anse Royale, Ms Marzocchi was described as a role model who is deeply passionate about visual arts and consistently made time to create and explore her craft, developed her artistic abilities, while also actively participating in various activities and competitions. 

In an interview Ms Marzocchi expressed her joy and excitement for winning the prestigious prize. “I feel very happy to receive these awards and it shows that hard work and dedication does pay off,” she stated. 

The young graduate hopes to further her studies at university level where she plans to study photography, sculpture and visual art. 

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