Lighting Designer Chus Fernandez is based in Madrid, Spain, and was busy working on a design for the Prometo Solidario concert in Madrid by musician, singer and songwriter Pablo Alborán, as well as lighting a Symphony Orchestra and preparing the second part of pop singer Manuel Carrasco’s “La Cruz del Mapa” tour.

Robe: Where are you right now?

Chus: In Madrid, where I live.

Robe: How are you spending time whilst isolating / on lockdown?

Chus: I am taking advantage of the time to study and acquire new knowledge and also work up ideas and designs for future events.

Robe: What’s the most creative thing you’re able to do whilst in isolation?

Chus: Ensure that my life is safe as well as that of everyone around me.

Robe: Are you looking after anyone else during the Covid-19 crisis? Like neighbours or others in the family?

Chus: Yes, my son and daughter. But really, they have also had to take care of me for almost two weeks because I was seven days with a fever … so I thank my children.

Robe: Has anyone particularly inspired you since this crisis started?

Chus: The solidarity and patience of the people.

Robe: What has been your favourite book / movie / Netflix or TV series / viral video / game / music?

Chus: All the many webinars related to the entertainment industry and its various technologies.

Robe: What’s the first thing you’d like to do when we are through this crisis?

Chus: Hug my family and friends … and take a long walk with my dog in the countryside.

Robe: Own question / answer / message of solidarity or something you’d like to say?

Chus: Take good care of yourself everyone and remember that health is the most important thing in life! Stay safe and well.