SUMMARY
Legendary Mexican photographer Graciela Iturbide has received the 2026 Leica Hall of Fame Award, recognizing her significant contributions to documentary photography over five decades. Her work, often in black and white, explores cultural traditions, indigenous communities, and the surreal in everyday life. To celebrate, Leica is hosting a special exhibition of over 50 of her photographs at the Leica Gallery in Wetzlar, Germany, and has named her photograph 'Na’ Lupe Pan' as its Leica Picture of the Year 2026. Iturbide's career, which began with assisting Manuel Álvarez Bravo, has earned her numerous accolades, including the Hasselblad Award and the Princess of Asturias Award.
TAKEAWAYS
Graciela Iturbide is the recipient of the 2026 Leica Hall of Fame Award.
Her career spans over 50 years, focusing on documentary photography, often in black and white.
A special exhibition featuring over 50 of her photographs is open at the Leica Gallery in Wetzlar.
Her photograph 'Na’ Lupe Pan' has been selected as the Leica Picture of the Year 2026.