Impromptu

Few artists have succeeded in capturing the spirit of the Cuban capital as masterfully and sensitively as Johannes Barthelmes. For years, the German jazz saxophonist has been visiting Cuba to make music – and to take photographs.

"I fell in love with the Cuban people – with their ability to improvise and survive amidst extremely difficult economic circumstances, with their great musical talent, and their enormous zest for life," says Barthelmes. This affection, warmth and empathy can be felt in his pictures, which have already won several awards in the LFI.Gallery. After presentations in Havana, the photographer’s work will now be showcased in Berlin.

The exhibition opens at the Beyond.Reality Gallery (Schlüterstrasse 70, Berlin Charlottenburg) on 4 July with a reception starting at 5 p.m. This is followed by an Artist Talk on 27 June (from 4 p.m.). On 2 August, the exhibition will be brought to a close with a finissage.

Visitors are able to view the showcase Wednesdays to Fridays between 1 and 6 p.m., or by appointment.