Underwater Photography by Alexej Sachov at VOLTA Basel (19–22 June 2025)

Alexej Sachov presents his contemporary underwater photography at Booth B08 in the SOLO section of VOLTA Basel. His work blends photography and painting, creating images that feel both abstract and refined while exploring the fragile relationship between land and sea.

A special ecological series raises awareness of ocean pollution and climate threats. Profits from this series are donated to support real environmental projects, making the connection between artistic expression and environmental action central to Sachov’s work.

Works on view at VOLTA Basel

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – Mixed Emotions / Storm, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

Mixed Emotions / Storm, 2022

Size: 180 × 101 cm, Edition of 1.
Looking at the images, the viewer experiences waves like the creatures of the sea. Much like all living species, these creatures embody a spectrum of moods, ranging from the serene and mischievous to the tumultuous and powerful.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – Transition, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

Transition, 2022

Size: 59 × 42 cm, Special Edition of 5.
The beauty of the moment underlines its uniqueness, as well as the originality of life.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – Caution, boiling!, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

Caution, boiling !, 2022

Size: 59 × 42 cm, Special Edition of 5.
The story of life begins in hot, one may say, even boiling water.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – The Secret Code of Nature, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

The Secret Code of Nature, 2022

Size: 80 × 60 cm, Edition of 7 + 2 AP.
A battle dance between hunters and prey. The traces that remain from the battle resemble a galaxy, like ours.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – Four Elements #1, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

Four Elements #1, 2023

Size: 80 × 60 cm, Edition of 3 + 1 AP.
This artwork shows water in intense motion from an unexpected view, turning reality into abstract shapes that suggest natural elements and even spiritual energy. The series of underwater photographs deals with the emergence of life, searching for order in chaos, for underwater analogues to the major elements.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – Four Elements #3, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

Four Elements #3, 2022

Size: 80 × 60 cm, Edition of 3 + 1 AP.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – The Knight, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

The Knight, 2023

Size: 60 × 80 cm, Edition of 7 + 2 AP.
Knights have always been a symbol of strength and reverence, majestic defenders of the weak and wise decision-makers.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – The Ballerina, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

The Ballerina, 2023

Size: 60 × 80 cm, Edition of 7 + 2 AP.
Ballet is one of the most complex art forms, with ballerinas symbolizing lightness, beauty, and delicacy. This underwater ballerina, formed from plastic waste, dances in the depths of the ocean, embodying our throwaway society and reflecting what we have done to beauty itself.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – Neptune's Steed, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

Neptune's Steed, 2023

Size: 60 × 80 cm, Edition of 7 + 2 AP.
A silhouette of the rearing horse resembles the logo of a very famous car brand and symbolizes luxurious life. The horse in this picture is crafted from discarded plastic, highlighting the irony of how our luxurious lifestyles generate such waste.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – The Shape of Cosmos #1, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

The Shape of Cosmos - #1, 2024

Size: 40 × 30 cm, Edition of 12 + 2 AP.
Geometric shapes, especially straight lines, are rare in living underwater nature. What we create often stands in contrast to what is natural.

Underwater Art by Alexej Sachov – The Shape of Cosmos #3, exhibited at VOLTA Basel

The Shape of Cosmos - #3, 2024

Size: 40 × 30 cm, Edition of 12 + 2 AP.

Photobook 'The Spirit of Waves' by Alexej Sachov

The Spirit of Waves, 2024

Photobook – FineArt print of selected artworks.

Framing & recognition

The exhibited photographs are meticulously printed on premium Hahnemühle FineArt paper, renowned for its exceptional quality and archival standards. Each piece is elegantly framed in Halbe frames, protected by museum-grade glass to ensure long-lasting brilliance and clarity.

The artworks have been internationally recognized with numerous awards:

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