Belief is still one of the basic, most significant and profound factors defining and shaping individuals and societies alike. Regardless of specific religious or political affinities, belief can provide a sense of community, belonging, safety and understanding, yet it might also provoke hatred, separation and aggressiveness.

The photographer depicts Israel in the light of the long and complex history of its social and ethnic pluralities. Holy sites situated throughout Israel make the (physically) small country very important for Jews, Christians, Muslims and many other religious groups.

Fascinated by the extreme situations people reach, in the pursuit and in defense of their beliefs, Dvir explores the various ways of how cultural communities practice their beliefs, the places their beliefs take them to and the scenes in which they take part.

Dvir's intention was not simply to document the specific event that is photographed. The photo project “Belief” promotes self-reflection, since the viewers can relate to the images on a more universal level and contemplate the power of belief and its place in their own world.

The exhibition “Belief” is supported by the Municipalities of Nicosia, Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos.

Details:

2nd - 15th of May, Afxentiou square, Limassol

16th May - 4th of June, Town Hall square, Nicosia

9th - 26th of June, Finikoudes, Larnaca

27th June - 9th July 2017, Town Hall square, Paphos

Short biography of the photographer:

​Natan Dvir is an Israeli photographer who focuses on the human aspects of cultural, social and political issues. Based in New York City, Dvir photographs around the world and is represented by Polaris Images photo agency and Anastasia Photo gallery.

His work has been published by leading international magazines including among others The New York Times, Newsweek, Wall Street Journal, Der Spiegel, Stern, Focus, The Times, Daily Mail, Paris Match, Le Monde, and Le Figaro.

He enjoys international recognition and has been awarded prizes which include the Picture of the Year (POYi), PDN Photo Annual, American Photography, International Photography Award (IPA), New York Photography Festival Award, Critical Mass top 50, Black & White Spider Award, and the Picture of the Year Award in the Israeli press.