Through her research on mollusks found in both the freshwater rivers of Matapédia and the saltwater of the New Brunswick coast, Julie-Isabelle Laurin’s work serves as a perfect bridge between two regional sites: the Borgitte Project and the Matapédia Station. Her project builds on an exploration she began into mollusks as symbols of resistance and transformation. The artist aims to create underwater video recordings and performances involving partial immersion in the river and the sea, in dialogue with organic sculptures. Local collaborations with biologists, divers, and fishermen from the region will help deepen our understanding of the dynamics of life in these waters and will undoubtedly resonate with communities that live in harmony with the rhythms of the rivers and the sea.

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