Peter Varga is an author, photographer and creator of the social media phenomenon Humans of Dublin. Over the past decade, he has approached thousands of people on the streets of Dublin and posted over 2,500 portraits and stories to his page. His collection beautifully encapsulates the essence and spirit of Dublin through its residents. Each portrait and accompanying story serve as a glimpse into an individual’s life but also as a piece of a larger narrative that celebrates the collective human experience. These stories range from uplifting tales of love and success to poignant accounts of hardship and perseverance, illustrating the shared humanity that connects us all. By highlighting the uniqueness of each individual’s journey, Varga pays homage to the city’s rich cultural diversity and reminds us of the power of storytelling. His work functions as a living archive of Dublin at this point in time, capturing the city’s evolving identity and preserving the voices of its people for future generations.

The 60 portrait exhibition that was on display at the LexIcon in June-July 2024 featured 10 stories created specifically for that exhibition, featuring people from Dún Laoghaire. Those 10 stories are in the PDF below.

For more of Peter Varga's work, please see the following:
http://www.humansofdublin.ie/
https://www.instagram.com/humansofdub
https://www.facebook.com/thehumansofdublin/