What to See in Basel Beyond the Fairs: Our Top Exhibitions of 2025
- Kunsthaus Baselland
- Through Aug 17, 2025
Questions about the relationship between humans and nature return in “Whispers from Tides and Forests,” an exhibition at Kunsthaus Baselland that explores new narratives for our times, focusing on climate change, deforestation and mass migration. Featuring works by contemporary artists from across regions and continents—including Caroline Bachmann, Johanna Calle, Lena Laguna Diel, Abi Palmer, Nohemí Pérez, Naufus Ramírez-Figueroa, Belén Rodríguez, Ana Silva, Julia Steiner, Surma and Liu Yuji—the show prompts reflection on the fragile relationship between humans and the natural world and suggests a more caring, resilient coexistence in the face of global challenges. Ranging from depictions of vulnerable landscapes to meditations on nature’s immense power, the works on view invite a shift in perspective, positioning humans in a newly symbiotic and respectful relationship with space, time and the body. These pieces advocate for thoughtful coexistence between people and nature, while also acknowledging progress and the strength of resilience, without dismissing the urgency of current events. Each artist crafts a delicate dialogue between nature’s vulnerability and its enduring power.
