"During my stay in August 2023 at the CNRS Continental and Coastal Morphodynamics Laboratory (M2C) at the University of Caen and Rouen (France), I found myself exploring a series of boxes containing an impressive diversity of research materials on the tidal system of Mont Saint-Michel Bay. The variety of elements, which included slides, sediment samples, a documentary film, among other things, captured my attention and led me to consider their potential for a future artistic exhibition.
The content of these boxes offered a fascinating insight into the evolution of Mont Saint-Michel Bay over time, as well as the scientific research methods used in past decades. From photographs showing the coastline to detailed maps of tidal currents, each element in the archive provided a unique window into the geological and environmental history of the region, as well as into the evolution of scientific and technological practices.
Reviewing these materials, I was struck by the depth and breadth of the research carried out in the area. The meticulous data collection and careful visual documentation provided a solid foundation for understanding the natural processes shaping Mont Saint-Michel Bay and its surroundings. This encounter with the archive at the CNRS continental and coastal morphodynamics laboratory was an eye-opening experience that highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary work in scientific and artistic research. Following this discovery, the idea arose to explore whether similar materials exist in Bahía San Sebastián (Tierra del Fuego, Argentina) and, if so, to establish a dialogue between these two geographic regions, so distant yet potentially connected in terms of tidal systems."
- Malala Lekander
