Cristina Mittermeier at Zona Maco 2026

"For decades, as a photographer and marine biologist, I have travelled the globe to capture the beauty of our world’s biodiversity and the wisdom of those who honour and respect its ancient balance. This exhibition weaves my own personal narrative with meaningful visual stories from a journey spanning over 130 countries and every continent. Through the lens, we explore the beauty of an interconnected world: the Polynesian boy dancing with a ray underwater; the Suri tribeswoman whose face is framed with flowers; the small dhow adrift upon the vast Atlantic. Hope is a universal hymn that reminds us that we all are part of the same humanity and that, despite everything that separates us and divides us, we have, deep within us, the desire for communion, peace, and harmony. Across all cultures, stories and narratives, humans have always woven tales of hope." — Cristina Mittermeier