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UN/SEEN
The Artists

UN/SEEN brings together a carefully curated group of emerging and established artists: painters, photographers, filmmakers, designers, dancers, performers, and fashion creators… each with their own personal story, identity, and perspective.

What unites them is not a stylistic label, but the courage to translate lived experience into artistic language.

Every participating artist engages with aspects of identity, visibility, inequality, perception, and the forces that shape who we become.

A space where different disciplines are not separated but connected. Where a painter stands next to a filmmaker, where fashion becomes narrative, music becomes research, and dance becomes communication.

Together, the artists of UN/SEEN create a collective landscape that invites visitors not just to look, but to connect, to feel, and to reflect.

  • 18 wall art artists

  • 2 installation artists

  • 2 dance groups

  • 3 singers

  • 3 filmmakers (in collaboration with 2 artists)

They do not represent a single vision.
They represent diversity.
They represent complexity.
They represent the many ways of being human.

Ibrahim Taygun

Ibrahim Taygun

I’m a 22-year-old Levantine artist from a small beach town on the northern coast of Cyprus, just below the Karpasia peninsula. While many know the island as a touristic destination, for me it’s a place of history, culture, and contradictions... a constant source of inspiration for my work.

I’ve always had a creative instinct. At eight, I was writing poems about life, death, and existence, astonishing my family with their depth. Over time, I suppressed that side of myself, only reconnecting with it about a year ago. My first piece emerged from a need to externalize emotions I had long kept inside, a canvas of intense, almost blood-stained hues, marked with the phrase: “silent stares screaming with hatred.” It was both a personal release and social commentary.

Since then, my work has evolved. In the summer of 2024, back in my childhood home, I created pieces blending texture, color, and poetic text to confront political and social realities. Returning to France, my practice shifted toward more abstract, textless forms...works rooted in emotion and intuition, guided by color and movement rather than words.

Though I hesitate to call myself interdisciplinary, my work bridges painting and poetry, the personal and political, the internal and external. At its core, it is an attempt to process and communicate the textures of life I’ve lived, on an island, between languages, and within shifting states of being.

Roter Hintergrund mit weißem Text: Stille Blicke, die vor HASS schreien.
Der junge Mann Ibrahim in einem weißen Hemd, professionelles Porträtfoto vor weißem Hintergrund.

Ruben Tönnis

I often ask myself why so many of us live against ourselves, even though we know we only have one life. Why do we trade freedom for comfort, follow routines and algorithms, and lose the present moment entirely? My work is rooted in this paradox: life is finite, yet we so easily forget it.

In my paintings, I portray people from my life or figures generated through AI, capturing moments of inner absence: sitting at a bar, staring at screens, surrounded by stimulation yet disconnected from their own emotions. I explore the silent numbness of a society intoxicated by the digital, where closeness, silence, and depth are slowly disappearing.

Another question drives my process: what happens when we fall in love with the artificial? When machines offer a reflection of intimacy, more predictable, more controlled than another human being, the fear isn’t only that AI might replace connection, but that we might desire that replacement.

For me, painting becomes a way to cut through this with fragile beauty. Colors, faces, patterns, flowers... fragments that insist on something real. The flower returns as a symbol of the fragile, temporary nature of being alive. I paint to remind myself and others... that beneath the noise... the systems, and the digital intoxication, there is still a soft, human pulse. There is still something real left to feel.

Schwarz-Weiß-Porträt eines Mannes, der an einer weißen Wand lehnt.
Frau in formeller Kleidung im Zug, mit kariertem Ball und Menschenmenge im Hintergrund

Marli

Marlen Guastella

I’m Marli, an emerging R&B artist from Cologne, blending R&B, Soul, and Pop to create a sound that’s modern, emotional, and deeply personal. My music is my way of exploring identity, mental health, and what it means to be a woman today. I write about personal struggles, empowerment, love, and the abuse of power, translating my experiences into songs that are both intimate and universal.

I debuted in 2023 with Surrender, followed by Eyes On Me (2024), where I sang bilingually for the first time, connecting my Italian roots to my story. In 2025, my debut EP reflections : projections offered a deeper look into my world, addressing vulnerability, self-discovery, and resilience. Later that year, Siren Sighs saw me experimenting with Afrobeats and Afropop, continuing to expand my musical identity.

For me, music is multidimensional: it’s sound, lyrics, and visuals combined to express my truth. Influenced by artists like RAYE, Jorja Smith, Sabrina Claudio, Naika, Mahmood, and Joan Thiele, I aim to create work that resonates emotionally, sparks reflection, and celebrates being unapologetically myself.

Elegante silberne Schrift Marli, ein stilisiertes Logo mit reflektierendem Design.
Frau in weißem Tanktop posiert vor einer weißen Backsteinmauer

Nikolett Lidia Lakatos

Nikolett Lidia Lakatos

My art is deeply rooted in my personal experiences, cultural encounters, and observations of

society. It reflects the stories, emotions, and impressions I gather during my travels, in everyday life, and through interactions with people. Often, a piece begins spontaneously,  sparked by a moment of inspiration or an experience that moves or shapes me. An image forms in my mind, at first vague, yet its emotional meaning is instantly present. Over time, the idea unfolds until it finally finds its expression on the canvas.

Through my work, I capture moments and experiences from my life while also addressing cultural, social, and political themes. In doing so, I explore the tension between tradition and modernity, identity and change.

I used to paint with acrylics, but today I work exclusively with oil paints. Oil allows me to create vibrant colors, rich textures, and depth. By experimenting with layers and color intensity, I aim to achieve emotional and visual depth that draws the viewer into the artwork, making the intensity of emotions and meanings authentically tangible.

Frau im Niqab hält eine Coca-Cola-Dose neben einer Prinzessin mit Teekanne.
Frau mit Sonnenbrille auf dem Kopf, das Gesicht auf den Händen ruhend, lächelt in die Kamera.

Daniel Wild

Daniel Wild

I work between seriousness and irony, blending surrealism with pop art and realism, bold, direct, and always with a pinch of sarcasm. My art is inspired by song lyrics, proverbs, and experiences from my personal life. I love to play with contrasts, transforming dark themes into vibrant energy, and finding positivity even in challenging or negative experiences.

Through my work, I explore identity, society, and emotion, often highlighting the absurdities of life. I aim to create pieces that provoke thought while still being playful, encouraging viewers to reflect but also to smile. My style allows me to merge the fantastical with the familiar, creating worlds that are both dreamlike and relatable.

I primarily work in oil, enjoying the depth, texture, and versatility it allows. Each piece is a space for experimentation, where surreal elements collide with recognizable forms, and everyday life is reframed through imagination. My art is about storytelling, emotional resonance, and the balance between light and darkness, seriousness and humor, reality and absurdity.

Ultimately, I want my work to connect with people, to invite them to find their own interpretations, and to remind them that even in the strange or difficult moments, there is energy, color, and a chance to learn.

Karikatur einer Person in einem Boot mit Meerestieren bei Sonnenuntergang, Wasserszene.
Ein Mann posiert für ein Foto, er trägt einen Mantel und schaut nach vorne.

Philemon Rumpe

Philemon Rumpe

How do we feel the world? Every day we move through life with a sense of purpose and understanding but what stimuli do we actually take in, and how do we process them?

I see my artistic practice as a way of telling my experiences. I try to translate my perceptions, feelings, and thoughts into shapes, colors, and forms. This process helps me gain perspective, distance, and understanding of what I have lived through. The urgency to create keeps returning, and my task is to observe myself and pick up the pen or brush, or camera at the right moment.

During the act of creation, I combine mental preparation with manual practice. I give the incomprehensible a form, a color, or words. In this way, my work becomes both a personal exploration and a reflection for others, capturing the fleeting, complex sensations of life.

I work across mediums... painting, drawing, photography, video, graphics, sculpture, 3D modeling in Blender, and text... allowing me to experiment with different ways of expressing what cannot be directly said. I believe, as Philemon Rumpe writes, that "through vulnerability we will grow," and my art is my way of embracing that growth, translating inner life into forms that speak to the human experience.

Zwei Silhouetten laufen auf einem Feld auf die strahlende Sonne zu.
Ein Graustufenporträt eines Mannes, der Ohrringe und eine Kette trägt.

Felicia Beck

Felicia Beck

Unity, to me, is the birth of a child, the joining of hands, the merging of minds... it is the force that brings individuals together to become greater than themselves, shaping ideas, beliefs, and systems.

In my work, I experiment with materials to explore how process shapes meaning. With oils, I try different mediums... linseed oil for fluidity and gloss, enabling smooth blending, and liquin oil to accelerate drying, giving a satin finish that allows me better control over layering. Layering thin applications not only affects the texture but also enhances tonal depth, creating a more nuanced visual experience.

David Bowie once said, "I think artists like to explain the process of their work much more than the reasoning behind it. I know many artists who title their work after it's done, and that tells you a lot." This resonates deeply with me. I often begin without a fixed concept, letting the material and process guide me. Sometimes the original idea doesn’t take shape, and I abandon it, allowing the act of playing with the medium itself to become the focus.

Through this approach, the process and the material inform each other, and the work emerges organically. It’s in this tension between intention and exploration, control and spontaneity, that I discover new textures, forms, and depths... finding unity in the act of creation itself.

Figurative art painting with several nude figures on a patterned carpet.
Young female artist with blonde hair, holding a paintbrush and palette.

Nora Jasna

Nora Jasna

I am an interdisciplinary artist and photographer based in Basel. My work is particularly focused on questions surrounding the body, human experience, and our connection to nature. I enjoy working with trees, colors, and natural forms, exploring how they interact with people and space.

I studied Cultural Studies and Aesthetic Practice in Hildesheim, Germany, which shaped my approach to combine observation, field research, and interdisciplinary perspectives. Many of my projects draw on theoretical frameworks while also incorporating artistic documentation of journeys, personal narratives, and biographical material.

In my final thesis, I explored perspectives from blind and visually impaired audiences in the performing arts, seeking to understand how perception, embodiment, and interpretation shift when vision is not the primary sense. This work reflects my ongoing interest in diverse viewpoints, the interaction between body and environment, and how art can reveal unseen or overlooked experiences.

Through my practice, I aim to create work that bridges research, personal reflection, and creative experimentation...connecting human presence, natural elements, and sensory perception in ways that invite engagement, curiosity, and empathy.

Man looks up at burning forest, smoke, and devastation in the background
Smiling woman with long hair poses for portrait photo, in black and white

Benjamin Richli

Benjamin Richli

I am a visual artist and secondary school teacher specializing in crafts and visual arts. My artistic practice focuses on the figurative representation of people and animals, exploring both their physical presence and the emotional connections they evoke. I work with a variety of painting techniques across diverse surfaces, constantly experimenting with how material and method influence the final work.

A central aspect of my practice is the exploration of unconventional surfaces, especially materials that might otherwise be discarded. In several series, I create collages and mixed-media works that reflect on our throwaway society, encouraging viewers to reconsider the value of what we often overlook. Through these works, I aim to engage with contemporary social and environmental issues, examining the complex relationship between humans and nature.

By combining technique, material, and concept, I seek to create pieces that resonate visually and intellectually. My goal is not only to portray figures but also to provoke reflection on the systems we inhabit, the objects we consume, and the connections we share with the natural world. Through this approach, I hope to highlight both the beauty and fragility of life while inviting a deeper awareness of our impact on the world around us.

A person wearing a visor, with a orange shirt and blonde hair.
Man wearing glasses smiles, suspenders visible, against white background. Portrait shot.

William Tapero

William

I am deeply rooted in a figurative practice, exploring anthropologic history, black archives, family ties, and identity. My style blends sharp realism with abstraction, always bringing focus to my subjects. I am guided by the idea that individual stories, though unique, share common threads, and I search for the patterns of human experience where the intimate and the universal merge.

I spent my childhood between the video sets my father directed, my mother’s homeland in the Ivory Coast, and the culturally rich neighborhoods of Paris. After receiving my first camera, I became immersed in film, constantly recording the world around me and turning everyday life into a visual diary. This habit carried over into painting, where I developed a process centered around archives, storytelling, and emphasizing the ordinary. My work chronicles lived experiences, where behind each anonymous gaze lie pathways to collective memory.

I live and work in my hometown. After high school, I pursued art history independently while developing my self-taught visual language. My work has been exhibited in multiple shows and is included in international collections. Through my practice, I aim to capture the connections between personal narrative and shared human experience, using figurative imagery to explore memory, identity, and the threads that link us all.

Abstract art of an open door and a skull, on a light-colored wall.
Young Black man in black sweater poses against plain white background.

Malena Hirsch

Malena Hirsch

When Covid hit, I chose to do voluntary service at the German school in Valencia. That year gave me my first taste of real freedom... I met incredible people and discovered the joy of shaping my own path.

Afterward, I explored Spain by bus, walked the Camino del Norte to Santiago de Compostela, enjoyed solitude in Portugal, worked with sea turtles on Costa Rica’s shimmering Pacific beaches, and became a ski instructor in Austria. Curiosity and art guided me, yet life took an unexpected turn. Today, I live in Freiburg and study psychology in Basel. Working with traumatized children, disabled minors, and volunteering in hospice care revealed my true passion and purpose.

I’ve realized that this path requires constant reflection and learning to truly inspire others. Art, for me, is about giving and receiving, growth and failure, a way to understand myself and the world. Though I lost touch with it for a while, joining this exhibition rekindled my creativity. Now I experiment with styles and techniques, showing that art should be free, personal, and expressive. It’s about sharing what you love or fear, who you are or want to become, the beauty and terror of life, or simply the joy of creating.

Woman in bathtub reading a
Smiling woman with short hair poses for a black and white portrait photo.

Anna Bothe

I mainly work with found and discarded materials, transforming collected objects into assemblages. My work focuses on what it means to be a woman or read as female, in our society, addressing experiences such as sexual assault. My goal is not to retraumatize but to create art that makes people feel seen, understood, and validated. At the same time, I aim to challenge those who are comfortable with the status quo, confronting the parts of society many would rather ignore.

I’ve been creating art in many forms for as long as I can remember. As a child, I was frustrated by being seen as less capable or strong than boys my age, and I think that early experience shaped my main body of work. My art reflects resilience, strength, and the refusal to be silenced.

Collaboration is a powerful force, and I’m thrilled to be part of this project. Working alongside others allows for dialogue, shared energy, and the expansion of ideas, making the creative process even more meaningful. Through my art, I hope to provoke thought, evoke empathy, and inspire a deeper awareness of the lived experiences of women in our world. It’s about visibility, confrontation, and connection, all wrapped in layers of found materials, memory, and meaning.

Jewelry display with various necklaces, hair, earrings, and other accessories on display.
Anna
Headshot of a blonde woman with long hair and a black top.

Dario Erny

Dario

I mainly create urban sketches. I find an interesting building and sit in front of it for two to six hours, capturing its details with pencil, fineliner, and watercolors. I enjoy chatting with curious passers-by while I work, sharing a moment of connection in the midst of observation.

When I’m not sketching, I write short stories inspired by my surroundings and experiences, and I also experiment with digitally recreating images to produce surrealistic compositions. For this exhibition, I’m considering creating a height profile using cigarettes I collect from the streets. It may sound unusual or even a bit disgusting but that’s the point: to provoke thought and communicate a message about society in a tangible, striking way.

I’m always excited to explore new ideas and approaches, finding ways to make concepts visible and meaningful. Participating in this exhibition gives me the chance to exchange ideas with other creative minds, and I look forward to collaborating, learning, and contributing to a shared exploration of art, observation, and societal commentary.

Model of a unique home with hexagonal roofs, and a stunning ocean view.
Young man in a black sweater poses in front of a white background.

Mattia Romagnoli + Ulysses Martines

Mattia & Ulysse

I’m Mattia Romagnoli, born in 2003 in Cantù, Italy, and raised in Brianza. I discovered my passion for storytelling early, attending a six-year acting course and later studying Audiovisual and Multimedia at the Amedeo Modigliani High School of Arts.

I’ve written, directed, and worked as cinematographer on several short films, including trantràn, Scalpita, and Leucotea. My work on Buona da morire won Best Film and Best Screenplay at the 48HFP Italy and the Audience Award at Filmapalooza, screening at Cannes Short Film Corner. I’ve also worked as casting assistant, editor, and assistant director on features and shorts, including Nanni Moretti’s Succederà questa notte, continuously exploring storytelling across film and media.

Young man with dark hair and a beard, looking directly at the camera.
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I'm Ulysses Martines born on May 1st, 2004, in São Paulo, Brazil, and moved to Italy when I was three. I earned my diploma in 2023 at Liceo Artistico A. Modigliani in Giussano and am now in my second year of Filmmaking: Video for Media at Cfp Bauer in Milan.

I’ve worked as a cameraman for television shows and served as cinematographer on Bauer’s second-year short film, as well as a 48h Film Festival short organized by Kino Kabaret Milan. I’ve also gained experience as a gaffer and 1st assistant camera on independent short films. Through these roles, I explore visual storytelling, lighting, and camera work, constantly refining my craft and collaborating to bring stories to life.

Young man in a hoodie smiles, whiteboard behind him with writing
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Iva Nussbaumer

Iva Nussbaumer

I’ve been interested in art ever since I was a child. Colors, shapes, and ways of expressing myself have always fascinated me. I’m a true creative, and this is reflected both in my work and in my daily life. Growing up in a family of artists has shaped my inspiration and guided my artistic path.

For this exhibition, I’m focusing on freedom, the desire for peace, and how these ideas are reflected in society, using watercolors and mixed media. Landscapes with open horizons, soft mist, and bright light give a sense of breathing space and infinite possibility. Open doors and wide fields symbolize freedom, while still-life compositions offer a more critical view of abundance and loss. Wilted fruit and broken containers reflect impermanence, the fleeting nature of life, and societal imbalance.

Working with watercolors allows me to explore light, shadow, and transparency in a delicate way. I like to play with contrasts, stillness and movement, surface and empty space, to create rhythm and depth. My goal is to use color and form to ask questions, give myself room to reflect, and invite viewers to pause, consider, and feel the spaces between freedom, fragility, and society.

Watercolor still life painting of a wine bottle, glass, water jug and flowers.
Smiling woman with light hair, wearing a gray shirt, posing for a photo.

Vanessa Vonlanthen

Vanessa

For me, photography is much more than just making beautiful images, it’s my way of speaking. When words fail me, and they often do, I find a voice through pictures. I see, I feel, and I tell stories with my camera.

I’m Vanessa, 23 years old, a photographer, but more than that, I’m someone who feels through images. From a young age, I noticed I experienced things I couldn’t put into words, things I saw, felt, or lived through. Then I found the camera, and suddenly I had a way to express it all, quietly and without noise.

What do I photograph? People, emotions, stories. I love capturing genuine moments, but I also enjoy creating images that feel dreamlike. I’m drawn to themes like motherhood, loneliness, strength, and healing experiences that are part of my own journey. Every image I make carries a piece of me, yet I hope that anyone who looks at it can find their own story within it.

I don’t aim for perfection. I aim for truth. I aim for something real, something that lingers. Photography is my home, my voice, my heart. Through it, I want to say: You are not alone.

Two women holding hands in silhouette against a white background.
Smiling young woman with dark curly hair and a denim jacket, close-up photo.

Noah Nussbaum-Bonsu 
NNB Drift

Noah

Hey, my name is Noah, and I’m a rapper currently living in Berlin. Music for me isn’t just a hobby, it’s one of the greatest feelings I’ve ever experienced. When I’m making music, I feel a high I can’t get enough of, a constant rush that keeps me chasing the next beat, the next verse, the next moment of expression.

I rap about things that truly matter to me, the experiences, emotions, and stories that shape who I am. Hip-hop is more than a genre...it’s a culture I deeply love and feel connected to, a world that has taught me rhythm, wordplay, and the power of storytelling. At the same time, I draw inspiration from jazz, which brings another layer of rhythm, improvisation, and emotion into my music.

I also carry pride in my heritage, and I enjoy weaving it into my art, finding ways to connect my roots with my sound. Beyond music, I’m inspired by the creativity and energy of 90s anime, and I love combining all these influences...hip-hop, jazz, culture, heritage, and anime...into something that feels uniquely mine.

For me, creating music is about connection, expression, and exploration. It’s about blending the things I love, telling my story, and inviting others to feel it too. Every beat, every lyric, and every performance is a piece of who I am, and I’m excited to keep pushing boundaries, experimenting, and sharing my world through my art.

Open notebook with handwritten notes;
Young man in a black hoodie and jeans, smiling at the camera.

Heny + Dance Crew

Heny & Dancecrew

My name is Heny, I’m 25 years old, and I live with a chronic condition that has shaped me, but it does not define me. I’m passionate about raising awareness and spreading hope, especially around sickle cell anemia. Dance is my greatest passion...it’s my way of expressing strength, freedom, and joy. Through my work, I aim to show that even in the face of challenges, it’s possible to create something meaningful and powerful.

I dance for Black Box Basel, bringing stories to life through movement. My performances are not merely choreography...they are living, breathing expressions, where every gesture carries emotion, rhythm becomes narrative, and the body becomes both storyteller and canvas. I invite the audience into a dialogue without words, where strength, vulnerability, and resilience are visible and tangible.

Through this collaboration, I can push boundaries, experiment, and connect intimately with viewers, turning the stage into a space of shared reflection and energy. Every movement I make is a statement: despite obstacles, the human spirit can shine, move, and inspire.

Young man wearing Fred Perry shirt, looking at the camera in studio lighting.
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Hannah Hirte

Hannah

Hey, I’m Hannah, 21, and I’m passionate about all things creative, especially fashion, film, and theatre. I spent several years acting, which gave me a playful and expressive way to explore emotions. I’ve always loved experimenting with looks and dressing up, which naturally drew me to fashion. Lately, I’ve been focusing more on fashion design, using it as a language to evoke emotions and share messages. My goal is to evoke that feeling of possibility, to invite people into a space where creativity is not just an artistic practice, but a way of experiencing freedom.
For me, fashion isn’t just about clothes... it’s a way to express identity and creativity trough Death and Live.

Woman with dark makeup, red hair, and black top, looking at the camera.

Charlotte & Iva

Charlotte & Iva

Charlotte:
For me, art has no boundaries... size, materials, or medium are all part of the exploration. I aim to create works that capture the atmosphere of emotion, using color, perspective, and abstraction to express what lives inside me. I often combine acrylic & pastel or oil & chalk, letting textures and contrasts shape the mood. Photography is another extension of my practice, allowing me to explore femininity, social critique, and identity, often using myself as a motif. I enjoy breaking conventions, experimenting with perspective, and letting each piece evolve organically. Street art has taught me to merge spontaneity with intention, creating works that connect with audiences on multiple levels.

Iva:
My artistic practice is guided by intuition, emotion, and a constant search for meaning in the overlooked. I work across painting, music, writing, and craftsmanship, blending spontaneity with thoughtful reflection. I am drawn to imperfection and the beauty hidden in everyday life, exploring how materials, textures, and colors can evoke feeling. Found objects and repurposed materials allow me to bridge personal memory with collective experience. My work is about creating connections... between emotions, spaces, and viewers and about embracing the contrast between the big and the small, the ordinary and the extraordinary, turning the overlooked into something remarkable.

Smiling woman in black dress poses near white wall, looking happy
Young woman with pigtails smiles, wearing a turtleneck top and necklace.
Abstract red painting of a figure with yellow spiral and details.
Painting of person sitting on red stairs with white pillars in background.

Revan Karaca

Revan Karaca

I am an emerging political artist, driven by a need to confront and interrogate the systems of power that shape our lives. My work provokes dialogue around politics, governance, and the often-silenced responsibilities embedded in societal structures. I examine how authority, inequality, and policy affect individuals and communities, revealing the subtle and overt ways power operates. Through my art, I aim to uncover what is hidden, challenge the status quo, and push audiences to reflect on their own complicity within these systems. I explore the intersections of personal experience and collective responsibility, highlighting the tension between freedom and control, voice and silence. My practice is rooted in the belief that art is a political act: it can reveal, question, and destabilize power while fostering empathy and awareness. I create spaces where spectators become participants, where political and social realities are not abstract but tangible, felt, and confronted. By merging visual expression with research and storytelling, I strive to make the invisible visible, giving presence to narratives often overlooked or suppressed. Ultimately, my work seeks to provoke thought, inspire critical engagement, and amplify the voices of those marginalized by power structures, using art as a lens to understand, question, and reimagine the political world around us.

Man in spacesuit plays handheld game while seated in gilded chair.
Woman with dark hair posing in front of a white background (monochrome)

Joana Marquina

Joana Marquina

Hi, I’m Jo. I’m a photographer who observes structures, rhythms and the way the world arranges itself without asking for permission. Architecture and street scenes are my field of research, especially the places where human systems collide with nature. I travel a lot and I move through cities like an archivist. I collect fragments, not explanations. My camera helps me look, not to control reality, but to listen to it.

My current work “Postcards” is a series of photo-collages made from cities and landscapes I’ve visited. By layering images that would never exist together in one physical place, I look at what happens when contexts overlap and new meaning emerges. I’m not trying to make one coherent image of a city. I am showing how every place is already fractured, textured, contradictory. Beauty can be found exactly in those gaps.

For me, photography is not about the perfect shot but about the act of noticing. When shapes, surfaces and colors resonate, something inside aligns. I follow those alignments. I allow accidents. I give space to tension, to contrast, to the asymmetry between what I see and what I feel.

In the end, I don’t force a narrative. I let the images speak in their own language. My work is a quiet conversation with the world, where nothing needs to match perfectly to belong together.

Four diverse landscapes including mountains, buildings, and a beach, with varying perspectives.
Young woman with dark wavy hair and a pendant stares directly at camera.
Naomi Kallenberg

Naomi Kallenberg

I don’t believe in committing to a single path. My curiosity drives me to explore the different facets of myself and it is precisely this that makes me feel alive. As an multidisciplinary artist I try to make inner worlds visible. My practice is about asking questions rather than giving answers: what does it mean to be human? How does identity transform? I explore the spaces between perception and reality, the liminal zones where intuition, dream logic, and inner universes meet.

As a psychology student, I am fascinated by lucid dreams, which for me open windows to altered states of consciousness. My art follows no rules and seeks not beauty, but presence. It lives in contradictions, connects past, present, and future, and gains its full meaning when shared with an audience. Ultimately, everything is connected: art, movement, study, work, doubt, mistakes, and encounters all lead back to myself. Finally, my philosophy is to create, share, connect people, and experience life in its contrasts, not perfectly, but with curiosity, intensity, and presence. And when you follow what you love, you'll see... you will feel lighter and free, it’s like dancing at night to a powerful bass, and with every step, the energy that comes out of you makes your heart less heavier.

Beyonce holding a mask in front of five figures, with a classical drawing
Young woman in bikini top and white pants poses in front of wall
Julie

Julie a.k.a Lillith's Child

​I’m an Artist, musician, Singer, performer. I’m gonna say The groove writes my music, the blues formed me, I love jazz. 
I’m a very visual person- I put a lot of weight on aesthetic,  characters, costumes, crossing dimensions and ideas.. Some like to call it drag. I get lost in that and naturally, it informs my work as well. 
I write the way my brain fires information- its chaotic. Everything is connected. I’m a Queer young woman so of course- Everything is political- nothing is without an exclamation point.. My music follows that specific punctuation, with intent.
Maybe a little punk, maybe just a kid but always, a DEEVUH.

A woman with freckles and makeup, in a black sweater, looking at the camera
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Iuliana Burdila 

I am a self-taught artist from the Republic of Moldova, working with both traditional and digital art. I began my artistic journey at 14, inspired by international digital artists, and started exploring my own vision with the tools I had at hand: watercolor. It was a slow process of experimenting, learning its limits, and discovering its unique charm.

Over time, I found myself drawn to portraits. A recurring subject in my work is the stoic feminine face, often paired with immersive, abstract elements reflecting a woman’s experience in today’s world. My paintings carry messages of anxiety, pressure, and longing, yet the palettes are rich and vibrant. One of my personal philosophies is to never shy away from color and to explore new ways of telling ambiguous stories hidden in it.

I enjoy fusing mediums, watercolor, gouache, acrylics, colored pencils, to create varied textures and intensities. Digital art is a newer focus for me, and I dedicate most of my time to it, using Procreate for character design and background studies. I hope to one day combine digital and traditional media to create mixed-media works.

Alongside art, I study industrial design, which challenges me to think about art in new ways, often through furniture and decorative projects. I aim to balance art and design in my future, always drawing inspiration from three essential aspects of life: nature, the spectrum of human emotions, and animation.

Vibrant painting of woman with red hair and red lipstick, looking thoughtful.
Young woman with pigtails, wearing a black turtleneck and earrings, looking at the camera
Iuliana Burdila
Myrien Barth

Myrien Barth

Woman with dark hair and a patterned jacket is looking away at something.

Grew up and learned to walk in Nussbaumen near Baden. She progressed straightforwardly through the Aargau school system, performed creative somersaults in Aarau, and pursued moving images in Lucerne. She established her own limited liability company and employed herself on a permanent basis. Myrien collaborates with Bonny Orbit to produce commissioned films for art and culture and describes herself as a video artist and filmmaker. Based on often familiar themes, she pursues a playful, diary-like, and essayistic narrative style in her films. In her experimental video works, she explores the aesthetics of her cinematic tools, is interested in the intermediate areas of digital pixels, and pursues the spatial possibilities of video works. Myrien Barth lives in Basel and works everywhere.

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