Kaupo Kikkas

On 4 February, Fotografiska opens a new exhibition by Kaupo Kikkas, introducing the freshest works of the photographer to the Estonian audience. The exhibition "Inner cosmos" reveals the magic of being human, as seen through the eyes of the artist. The show offers a metaphysical view on humankind, asking questions about who we are and where we are going. Large format black and white photos deeply touch upon the fundamentals of being human that people often lose sight of.

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Kikkas elaborates on the exhibition: "I came up with an idea of a parallel and slightly out of sync time and space, inhabited by people just like us. Their physiology and behaviour seem familiar, yet we cannot say we fully understand them. This contradiction opens a gap between us but also opens a window into the surreal landscape of "Inner space"".

Maarja Loorents, the exhibition manager at Fotografiska: "Fotografiska actively introduces both international and local photographers. This year, we open a new international exhibition each month. But it is always special, when we can diversify our international programme and include local artists as well. Kaupo Kikkas' name is, no doubt, well known in the Estonian photography scene – his oeuvre is impressive. Kaupo's ability to present his work in an attractive and thought-provoking manner cannot be underestimated, he can definitely provide a memorable experience for the viewers."

Kaupo Kikkas has worked on the material and theme of "Inner cosmos" since 2017 and his freshest works are on view at Fotografiska until mid-May. The exhibition also includes a book of the same title, a collection of NFTs and an audio piece created by Sven Sosnitski.

The exhibition was produced in collaboration with the Kultuuripartnerlus Foundation and is supported by entrepreneurs Jüri Käo, Mart Habakuk and Indrek Prants.

The artist will be giving a public guided tour on 11 February at 18.00.

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Artist biography:
Kaupo Kikkas (1983) is an Estonian photographer and artist born in Tallinn. He initially studied music and later studied photography in Finland. Kikkas works as a tutor at Eestifoto Stuudio and has given guest lectures at numerous universities. Kikkas is also internationally well known for his portraits of renowned musicians and his artworks have been published in numerous notable international publications.