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Ep.#19: Sicily to the Shutter: Pietro Motisi's Italian Landscapes

Ep.#19: Sicily to the Shutter: Pietro Motisi's Italian Landscapes

FromThe Urbanaut Podcast


Ep.#19: Sicily to the Shutter: Pietro Motisi's Italian Landscapes

FromThe Urbanaut Podcast

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Length:
124 minutes
Released:
Apr 14, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

?️ Welcome to Ep. #19 of The Urbanaut Podcast, presented in collaboration with Urbanautica.com. In this compelling episode, we have the pleasure of engaging with the distinguished Italian photographer Pietro Motisi. His evocative work offers a deep dive into his photographic journey, from his early self-taught days to his impactful projects like "Lodi, Ora Media" and ongoing explorations in architectural and landscape photography.

About Our Guest: Pietro Motisi
Pietro Motisi, born in Palermo in 1982, has crafted a photographic narrative that explores the delicate interplay between man and environment. His journey began in theater scene photography, evolving through extensive collaborations with newspapers and magazines, and culminating with a degree in Documentary Photography from the University of Wales, Newport. Known for his contemplative approach to architecture and landscapes, Pietro's work, including projects like "The Ebb Tide" and "Fine", captures the essence of human interaction with spaces, reflecting socio-cultural narratives through his lens.

Tune in to this episode to:
* Follow Pietro’s evolution in photography, from his initial steps to his sophisticated ongoing projects.
* Explore the stories and artistic processes behind "Lodi, Ora Media", "The Ebb Tide", and other notable works.
* Discover how Pietro uses green as a narrative tool to reveal urban landscapes and human stories.

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EPISODE LINKS:
Pietro's Contact: www.pietromotisi.it
Pietro’s Instagram: @pietromotisi_photography

OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
2:04 - Pietro’s Background and Early Involvements
18:31 - Finding his Visual Language
26:36 - Reflecting on the Current State of Photography
31:43 - Education
38:41 - His connection to a Film based Practice
49:04 - Work in Progress, a look into his desktop
59:55 - Deep Dive into "Lodi, Ora Media"
1:12:39 - Continuing to Explore Pietro's Visual Language
1:24:13 - A look into "Sicilia Fantasma"
1:26:52 - Desktop Deep Dive Continues
1:38:11 - Why he stopped doing Portraiture and "The Ebb Tide"
1:47:46 - Discussing our Image Saturated World
2:00:19 - Advice for Image Makers

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Released:
Apr 14, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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Welcome to The Urbanaut Podcast channel, where we delve deep into our contemporary image-driven culture. For an immersive experience watch the video version on YouTube or Spotify. Guided by Patrick Lee Hubbard and enriched with insights from Steve Bisson of Urbanautica Institute, we explore the tales and truths that modern visuals weave around us. Every frame and pixel holds a story, and we're here to uncover it. If you're as captivated by this journey as we are, support our quest and get exclusive content by joining our Patreon community. Subscribe, dive in, and become an Urbanaut with us.