Adventices lab in the Bourges marshes

Clémence Nollim and artist Justine Cyprès are developing Adventices lab with École Zéro in Bourges. Justine works with algae and knows the marshes well. Both artists hope to involve Patrimoine Marais in their exploration of plants that grow spontaneously among crops, learning from the people who tend the plots.

École Zéro aims to teach differently. For 2027 and 2028, the association is exploring workshops in the Bourges marshes and the wetlands of the Cher. Architecture, design, art and landscape students and early-career professionals would learn in the field alongside local residents.

Paola Pisani, who works with Patrimoine Marais on Bourges 2028, is considering an experimental arts space on her plot. On Friday 20 November 2026, the Adventices lab team is due to present its work to the Bourges 2028 jury and meet botanist Thierry Thévenin. They hope to explore the possibility of walks and talks in the marshes.