Richard Silver’s Libraries From Around The World presents photographs of notable library interiors captured through rare access that allowed him to work alone in these spaces. The series began in 2011 at the New York Public Library, where entering before opening hours inspired him to continue seeking permission to photograph other libraries free of people. Silver describes the project as one of his most meaningful, shaped by persistence and careful planning. His artist statement notes that his work draws from extensive travel across 109 countries, resulting in a large and stylistically diverse photographic archive. He acknowledges that diversity in style is generally not recommended, yet it reflects the current direction of his practice. His photography has appeared in museums, galleries, magazines, blog posts, and books, and he continues exploring new approaches to presenting the world through his images.