Julian Charrière’s solo exhibition Midnight Zone at the Museum Tinguely explores the intricate relationship between humans and the Earth’s water-dominated environment. Featuring photographs, sculptures, installations, and new video works across three floors, the French-Swiss artist examines water’s role as a vital element covering most of the planet in forms like oceans, lakes, and ice. The exhibition highlights submarine ecosystems, from the Rhine to distant oceans, emphasizing their complexity and vulnerability to human impact. Charrière delves into the water cycle, its materiality, political implications, and its dual everyday and sacred significance. By showcasing how water supports diverse organisms and stabilizes climate through circular ecosystems, the exhibition underscores the profound interdependence of humanity and nature. Midnight Zone invites visitors to immerse themselves in a kaleidoscopic exploration of water’s depths, fostering a deeper understanding of its critical role and the urgent need to address human-induced environmental changes.
Julian Charrière: Midnight Zone / Museum Tinguely, Basel. Basel (Switzerland), June 10, 2025.
