Lasting Moment

Duo exhibition with Pierre-Alain Münger

Laurent Marthaler Contemporary

Montreux, Switzerland

27 June 2024 — 15 September 2024

Lasting Moment was an exhibition that brought together the works of Simon Berger and Pierre-Alain Münger, unified by a striking black-and-white theme. The show explored the elemental power of light, whether through Berger's shattered glass that captures light or Münger's deformed metal plates that reflect it. Berger and Münger, long-time acquaintances, share a fascination with power, force, and the impact of their mediums. In their works, they intentionally use force, balancing control and pressure to shape their materials—glass for Berger and metal for Münger. Their shared approach resulted in a collection that speaks to the power of impact, highlighting the contrast between destruction and the delicate nature of life. For Berger, glass perfectly represents the themes of strength and fragility. He used shards to depict the chaos following a violent event, such as a car crash, illustrating the vulnerability of life disrupted by trauma. The collaboration between Berger and Münger emphasizes their joint exploration of force and fragility, offering a powerful narrative through their combined vision and techniques.