Bürgin, born in Basel in 1994, graduated from the Schule für Gestaltung in Zurich as a photographer in 2020. He made his exhibition debut at Art Basel in 2021 followed by exhibitions at Fondation Fernet Branca (F), Die Mobiliar (CH), Kunsthalle Palazzo (CH) and others. His work has since been acquired by private and public collections worldwide.

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In 2025, he brought his photographic practice to a deliberate close with a single final work: a pure white piece, symbolizing transformation and new beginnings. Seeking greater conceptual depth, Bürgin turned away from his previous photographic work, choosing instead to explore large-scale photo paintings on canvas. His ambition is to build a body of work over time, grounded in processes that cannot be rushed.

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Influenced by artists such as Franz Gertsch, Jeff Wall, and Vija Celmins, Bürgin’s work now embraces a slower, more contemplative rhythm. Each photo painting exists as a singular, unrepeatable creation—an expression of time, patience, and uncompromising dedication to depth.

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In 2026, Bürgin will relocate his studio to a small area in the Canton of Solothurn, surrounded by open nature—a setting that allows him to devote his full attention to each individual work.

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Bürgin s currently art dealer is Laurent Marthaler. Bürgin does not verify or guarantee the authenticity of artworks sold through any other galleries, dealers, or private sellers. Purchasers acquiring artworks from sources other than Laurent Marthaler do so at their own risk, and Bürgin accepts no liability for such transactions.