Enter the peculiar, poetic, and often humorous world of Richard Kalvar, one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary street photography. Earthlings invites visitors to explore the photographer’s unique vision—where everyday moments are transformed into surreal narratives and the ordinary becomes extraordinary.
A member of the prestigious Magnum Photos agency since 1977, Kalvar is known for his sharp eye, impeccable timing, and a dry wit that runs through his imagery. This exhibition brings together a curated selection of his most iconic black-and-white photographs spanning over five decades, taken in cities across Europe, the United States, and beyond.
Through Kalvar’s lens, reality is subtly distorted—not through manipulation, but through perception. With a masterful sense of composition and irony, he reveals hidden stories, unspoken tensions, and fleeting absurdities that might otherwise go unnoticed. Dogs seem to reason, people merge with their environments, and gestures acquire theatrical weight.
Earthlings is not just a photographic showcase—it’s a playful and philosophical journey into the mystery of human behavior, seen with curiosity, empathy, and a touch of the fantastical.
