art-werk is a not-for-profit association whose aim is to support and disseminate artistic practices that question contemporary social and environmental issues. The association creates exhibitions, the (re)connecting.earth Biennial and an educational programme focusing on the links between art and environmental science. read more

Exhibition

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(re)connecting.earth (03) Sensitive resources

novembre 26, 2025 – juin 14, 2026

The (re)connecting.earth (03) - Sensitive Resources biennial brings together art and science to explore the critical issues surrounding natural resources. After an edition inspired by soil biodiversity in 2021, followed by water in 2023 and 2024, this next cycle will highlight the impact of raw materials, from their exploitation to their repercussions on the environment and human beings. In Geneva, a strategic crossroads for trade and international decision-making, it links global issues with local dynamics. By mapping out these dynamics, the Biennial invites us to rethink the future of resources collectively, for a more sustainable city and a more sustainable world.

Workshop+

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Duchamp aux Bains - Children's workshops

juillet 2 – août 15, 2025

During the summer, come to Les Bains des Pâquis and discover the water cycle and biodiversity of the lake through the eyes of contemporary artists. An invitation to take a different look at the living world around the lake, guided by contemporary art.

Article

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"WAND": Local Resources and Craftsmanship for Sustainable Construction

In summer 2024, the exhibition “WAND”, conceived by Olaf Holzapfel in collaboration with the German Federal Environment Agency (UBA), will open its doors in Dessau. This multifaceted project combines contemporary art with traditional craft techniques. Through an artistic installation and participatory processes, it highlights the connections architecture can have with the organic world and sustainable materials.