Pirelli calendar photographer Solve Sundsbo reveals what fans can expect to see in 2026 edition
The photographer for the 2026 edition of the iconic Pirelli calendar has been revealed as Solve Sundsbo - who revealed he wants to 'transport people into a world they don't expect'.
The Norwegian snapper, 54, has established himself as one of the world's leading photographers and has become well known for his uncompromising vision and otherworldly concepts, which often challenge viewers' perceptions of reality.
Solve has shot for many top fashion publications, as well as working with brands such as Prada, Mugler and Gucci.
And now as he takes on the role of the photographer for the 2026 Pirelli calendar, something he's described as a 'dream come true'.
Nature will play a central role in the upcoming edition of The Calendar, which is currently being photographed in London and will be unveiled in Prague this November.
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Speaking about his involvement with Pirelli, he said: 'I'm thrilled to be part of the iconic Pirelli Calendar.
'It's a dream I have had for a very long time, and I am honored to follow in the footsteps of the amazing photographers that have been involved in the project previously.
'With the 2026 calendar, I want to transport people into a world they don't expect - a world that brings a sense of poetry, sensuality, and intimate mystery.
'It's a reflection of my deep bond with nature and my curiosity, wonder, and storytelling. I'm excited for everyone to see what I have created.'
Talent involved in the upcoming calendar is still yet to be announced.
The 2025 calendar was shot by shot by New York-based photographer Ethan James Green.
It featured model Hunter Schafer, La Haine actor Vincent Cassel, Bridgerton's Simone Ashley, The Neon Demon actor Jodie Turner-Smith, South Korean model Hoeyon Jung, Italian singer Elodie Di Patrizi, model Connie Fleming, visual artist Martine Gutierrez, and American model Jenny Shimizu.
Pirelli said the photographer had attempted to 'capture and amplify the essence of his subjects' in the 2025 calendar.
It said of Ethan: 'Working in themes such as contemporary identity, sexuality, and style, he has built a body of work singular in its depth and point of view.'
Pirelli's UK arm has published the calendar annually since 1964 with limited availability, as it is not sold and is instead given away to celebrities and select Pirelli customers as a gift.
In 1987, Naomi Campbell featured on the calendar at just 16.
While other stars to have been photographed for it include Patti Smith, Serena Williams, Yoko Ono, Grimes, Alicia Vikander, St Vincent, Cara Delevingne, Emma Watson, Whoopi Goldberg, Nicole Kidman and Iggy Pop.
The Italian tyre company first signaled it was changing direction with its 2017 calendars, announcing it was 'ripping up the rule book' and giving the hotly-anticipated calendar a new feminist overhaul.
The spread featured Robin Wright, Julianne Moore, Charlotte Rampling, and Helen Mirren (then aged 50, 55, 70, and 71 respectively) and was hailed a triumph for its representation of older women.
The Pirelli calendar was once synonymous with scantily-clad women, sizzling photo shoots and topless models.
However, the 2020 calendar saw A-list stars including Emma Watson, Kristen Stewart and Claire Foy pose fully clothed - in everything from denim jackets to period costumes - as they each take on the role of Shakespeare's Juliet.
The spread, shot by celebrated fashion photographer Paolo Roversi, was dubbed the 'wokest' Pirelli calendar to date.
The calendar was not published in 2021 due to the Covid pandemic, the only year it has not been published since 1964.
Last year's edition saw Prince Gyasi become the first black photographer to shoot a Pirelli Calendar in celebration of its 60th anniversary.
The Ghanaian's work saw Campbell return to the calendar for the first time since 2018, and Luther star Idris Elba and former Chelsea and AC Milan footballer Marcel Desailly feature on pages.
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