Quel est le site Web ?

The Urbanaut Podcast

Page d'Accueil
France
Paris
The Urbanaut Podcast

Welcome to page | New Episode every Sunday | Art & Photography with

15/12/2024

📸✨ New Episode Alert! ✨📸

Hey Urbanauts! 🌆🎙️ We're excited to present Ep. #54 of The Urbanaut Podcast, in collaboration with . This week, we’re diving into the fascinating world of British photographer Richard Chivers ().

👁️ About Our Guest:
Richard Chivers is a documentary photographer exploring the transformation of Britain’s landscapes. From urban infrastructure to industrial sites and housing estates, his work reveals how humans shape and reshape the world around us. He’s also a key member of the MAP6 Collective and has exhibited internationally, with notable projects like Degeneration and his documentation of gas holders and Greenham Common.

📷 What’s Inside:

Richard’s journey into photography and his influences.
Behind-the-scenes of projects like Degeneration, documenting the loss of social housing.
Insights into his work on quarries, gas holders, and nature reclaiming industrial spaces.
How he balances commercial architectural photography with personal exploration.
🔍 Why Listen:
Discover how Richard captures stories of change in Britain’s landscapes, blending documentary and fine art photography. His thoughtful approach sheds light on the intersection of human activity, the environment, and memory.

🔗 Episode Links:
Find Richard: rchiversphoto.co.uk | Insta:
Listen on Spotify: [Link in Bio]
Watch on YouTube: [Link in Bio]

🌟 Don’t miss this episode if you’re inspired by storytelling through photography. Like, share, and subscribe to support more conversations about art, photography, and culture! 🚀

🎧 Tune in now and let us know your thoughts in the comments!

15/12/2024

🖤 "I've Got a Bone to Pick with the Sea" by Al Brydon: A Dialogue with the Ocean's Chaos 🌊✨

Al Brydon’s "I've Got a Bone to Pick with the Sea" is an evocative photography series that confronts the untamed force of the ocean. Blurring the lines between awe and defiance, this work explores humanity’s fraught relationship with the sea—a source of life, destruction, and unyielding power.

The series captures the ocean not as a tranquil muse but as a vast, indifferent force. Through stormy textures, fragmented horizons, and haunting imagery, Brydon reflects on themes of loss, resilience, and memory. The sea becomes a metaphor for the chaos of existence, a reminder of what it takes and leaves behind.

"I've Got a Bone to Pick with the Sea" is more than a collection of photographs—it’s a deeply intuitive and poetic response to nature’s duality, channeling the artist’s connection to its raw, unrelenting presence.

🔗 Dive into the compelling dialogue of "I've Got a Bone to Pick with the Sea" by visiting our link in bio.

14/12/2024

🖤 "Even the Birds Were Afraid to Fly" by Al Brydon: A Meditation on Division and Connection 🦅✨

Al Brydon’s "Even the Birds Were Afraid to Fly" is a deeply personal photography series exploring themes of division, fleeting peace, and the search for meaning in turbulent times. Inspired by the haunting beauty of murmuring starlings and the comforting sound of crows, this project blends nature and emotion into a visual narrative that is as poetic as it is profound.

The series reflects Brydon’s struggle with insomnia, societal fractures post-Brexit, and personal loss. Stark lines divide the frames, symbolizing the delicate balance between harmony and chaos, while the ethereal imagery of birds in flight captures the fleeting beauty of unity in an uncertain world.

"Even the Birds Were Afraid to Fly" is an exploration of humanity's fragility and resilience, told through the lens of nature’s quiet yet powerful choreography. 🔗 Discover the compelling beauty of this project and many others by visiting our link in bio.

08/12/2024

📸✨ New Episode Alert! ✨📸

Hey Urbanauts! 🌍🎙️ We’re excited to share Ep. #53 of The Urbanaut Podcast, presented in collaboration with . This week, we sit down with the brilliant British photographer Al Brydon (), whose experimental and evocative work challenges the way we see time, place, and memory.

👁️ About Our Guest:
Al Brydon is a Sheffield-based photographer and co-founder of the 'Inside the Outside' collective. His groundbreaking solargraph series uses long-exposure pinhole cameras to reveal the passage of time in ways that evoke deep emotion and thought.

📷 What’s Inside:
The creative process behind Al’s six-year solargraph project.
- Philosophical reflections on chaos, destruction, and creation in art.
- How life in Sheffield and the Peak District shapes his unique vision.
- The journey of turning solargraphs into a celebrated photobook.
- Insights into storytelling, memory, and photography’s power to connect us to the unseen.

🔍 Why Listen:
Dive into Al’s artistic world where landscapes are transformed into meditative explorations of deep time and fleeting moments. This episode is perfect for anyone curious about experimental photography and the stories behind the images.

🔗 Episode Links:
Find Solargraph Prints: Argentea Gallery | Prints for Based on a False Story: MMX Gallery
Listen on Spotify: [Link in Bio] | Watch on YouTube: [Link in Bio]

🌟 Don’t miss this incredible episode! Like, share, and subscribe to support deep dives into the art world. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below! 🚀

🎧 Tune in now and journey through time with us!

08/12/2024

📸✨ "Letters from the Past" by Rebecca Simons: A Journey Through Family, Trauma, and Healing 💌💔

Rebecca Simons’ "Letters from the Past" is a deeply personal multimedia project that confronts the complexities of family abuse and intergenerational trauma. Using photographs, videos, archival materials, and installations, Simons unravels the intricate dynamics of memory and identity.

This project was born from a confrontation with her own family’s history, blending visual storytelling with emotional depth to explore themes of love, betrayal, and forgiveness. Simons bridges the past and present by layering family archives with contemporary narratives, creating a poignant dialogue on the human experience.

"Letters from the Past" is not just an artistic endeavor—it’s a call to reflect, connect, and heal through shared stories and collective understanding.

🔗 Discover the full scope of this powerful project by visiting the link in bio. .bisson

07/12/2024

📸 "encased memories" by Rebecca Simons: An Exploration of Family, Trauma, and Preservation ✨💔

Rebecca Simons’ "encased memories" transforms family photographs and letters into timeless artifacts encased in resin, offering a profound reflection on the duality of memory—what we choose to preserve and what lingers beyond our control.

In this project, Simons uses resin as a metaphor for permanence and fragility, encapsulating personal archives to explore themes of intergenerational trauma, healing, and identity. Each piece becomes a tactile story, where the past is preserved yet transformed into a new narrative.

The luminous resin-bound works highlight the interplay between intimacy and universality, inviting viewers to confront their own histories and the ways in which memories shape who we are. "encased memories" is a visual meditation on holding on and letting go, on the evolving power of our personal stories.

🔗 Explore the beauty and depth of "encased memories" at the link in bio. .bisson

01/12/2024

📸✨ New Episode Alert! ✨📸

Hey Urbanauts! 🌆🎙️ We're excited to bring you Ep. #52 of The Urbanaut Podcast, in collaboration with . This week, we sit down with the brilliant Finnish artist, educator, and curator Rebecca Simons ().

👁️ About Our Guest:
Rebecca’s multidisciplinary work explores family, trauma, and memory through photography, video, and immersive installations. She’s a teacher at Willem de Kooning Academy and a member of SAAC (Sexually Abused Artists Collective), creating transformative art that reclaims narratives and fosters healing.

📷 What’s Inside:
- Rebecca’s journey from painting to photography and beyond.
- Insights into her collaborative projects like "Daughters" and her work with SAAC.
- How archival materials, resin, and installations bring family stories to life.

🔍 Why Listen:
Discover how Rebecca turns personal and family trauma into powerful visual narratives that challenge conventions and spark conversations. Her work offers a profound perspective on art's role in healing and community building.

🔗 Episode Links:
Rebecca’s Website: rebeccasimons.com | SAAC Collective: saacamsterdam.com
Listen on Spotify: [Link in Bio]
Watch on YouTube: [Link in Bio]

🌟 Don’t miss this heartfelt and inspiring episode. Like, share, and subscribe to support our growing community of art and photography lovers! 🚀

🎧 Tune in now and let us know your favorite insights in the comments below!

01/12/2024

🚂 "Railroad Landscapes" by John Sanderson 🛤️🇺🇸 Dive into the timeless allure of America's railways through John Sanderson's striking photography series, "Railroad Landscapes." This collection captures the essence of the nation's railroad heritage, depicting scenes of both decay and enduring majesty.

In this series, Sanderson combines majestic natural landscapes with intricate industrial elements to showcase the railways that have sculpted America's cultural and economic landscape. "Railroad Landscapes" features evocative imagery—abandoned stations, rugged terrain cut by gleaming rails, and lonely trains against vast horizons—each element narratively woven into the fabric of American history. This work offers a profound narrative on continuity, change, and the indelible marks left by human endeavors.

"Railroad Landscapes" by John Sanderson is an invitation to traverse the historical and modern pathways that railways have carved across America. The series serves as both a tribute to the railways' transformative impact and a reflection on their place in contemporary society.

🔗 Step onto the platform and experience the dramatic vistas of "Railroad Landscapes" by visiting our link in bio. .bisson

30/11/2024

📸 "National Character" by John Sanderson: Capturing the American Essence 🌄🇺🇸 John Sanderson's "National Character" is a profound photography series that delves into the American landscape, portraying a nation amid transformation. This project captures scenes from bustling urban centers to tranquil rural settings, reflecting the dynamic socio-political changes shaping the United States.

In "National Character," Sanderson skillfully combines sweeping landscapes and intimate portraits to explore themes of community, identity, and the enduring spirit of the American people. The series is rich with symbolic imagery—decaying industrial sites, expansive plains, and vibrant cityscapes—each frame narrating stories of adaptation and resilience.

Through "National Character," John Sanderson weaves a narrative that is both an insightful commentary on contemporary America and a personal artistic endeavor. This work invites viewers to reflect on their own place within the evolving American story, highlighting moments of connection and dissonance.

🔗 Discover the depth and diversity of "National Character" by visiting our link in bio. .bisson

24/11/2024

📸✨ New Episode Alert! ✨📸

Hey Urbanauts! 🌆🎙️ We're excited to share Ep. #51 of The Urbanaut Podcast, in collaboration with . Join us as we delve into the transformative American landscapes captured by the exceptional photographer, John Sanderson ().

👁️ About Our Guest:
John's photography intricately maps the evolution of the American environment, from bustling urban sprawls to serene rural vistas. In this episode, we explore his journey - from the influences of New York City and Vaudeville to his profound "Railway Landscapes" and "National Character" projects.

📷 What's Inside:
- An intimate look at how John captures the shifting American landscape through his large format camera.
- Insights into his major projects, documenting the soul of America's past and present.
- Reflections on the impact of socio-political changes captured through his lens.

🔍 Why Listen:
Discover how John's work not only documents but also interprets the vast narratives embedded within American landscapes. His photography is a testament to the art of seeing and preserving moments of cultural and historical significance.

🔗 Episode Links:
Website: john-sanderson.com | Insta:
Listen on Spotify: [Link in Bio]
Watch on YouTube: [Link in Bio]

🌟 Don’t miss out on this visual journey across America. Like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories in the world of art and photography. Your engagement helps our community thrive! 🚀

🎧 Tune in now and share your impressions in the comments!

.bisson

24/11/2024

📸 "Blind Looking for a Mirror" by Boris Eldagsen: A Journey Into the Subconscious 🌌🪞

Boris Eldagsen’s "Blind Looking for a Mirror" invites viewers to confront the invisible within themselves. This evocative series uses AI to craft surreal, otherworldly imagery that explores themes of introspection, the subconscious, and human connection.

Through haunting visuals, Eldagsen delves into the tension between what is seen and what remains hidden. The project is inspired by archetypes and dreams, portraying fragmented identities and unspoken emotions. Each image serves as a symbolic mirror, encouraging viewers to reflect on their own inner landscapes.

"Blind Looking for a Mirror" is an emotional journey that questions the nature of perception and the role of memory, intuition, and imagination in shaping our reality.

🔗 Discover this introspective masterpiece and explore its profound themes at the link in bio. .bisson

23/11/2024

📸 "PSEUDOMNESIA III" by Boris Eldagsen: The Uncanny Meets AI 🌌🤖

Boris Eldagsen’s PSEUDOMNESIA III is a series that blurs the line between reality and imagination. Inspired by 1940s studio portraiture, the project redefines visual storytelling through the integration of AI, creating hauntingly surreal images that evoke fragmented memories of a past that never existed.

In this collection, Eldagsen blends vintage aesthetics with promptography, crafting a visual language that feels both nostalgic and unsettling. Each image is imbued with symbolic depth, reflecting themes of memory, identity, and the evolution of photography in the digital age.

PSEUDOMNESIA III challenges our perception of authenticity and explores the uncanny through AI’s creative potential. Eldagsen’s work is not only an artistic achievement but also a poignant commentary on how technology shapes our understanding of truth and visual history.

🔗 Discover the surreal and thought-provoking world of PSEUDOMNESIA III by visiting the link in bio. .bisson

17/11/2024

📸✨ New Episode Alert! ✨📸

Hey Urbanauts! 🌆🎙️ We’re beyond excited to share Ep. #50 of The Urbanaut Podcast, in collaboration with . This week, we’re diving deep into the fascinating world of Boris Eldagsen (), the German photomedia artist redefining art with AI.

👁️ About Our Guest:
Boris Eldagsen is a visionary artist exploring the unconscious mind through "Inverted Street Photography", symbolic portraits, and his groundbreaking work in "promptography"—a fusion of AI and imagination. His work blurs the boundaries of photography, painting, and theater to create transformative visual poetry.

📷 What’s Inside:
- How Boris blends archetypes, AI, and symbolism to craft evocative images.
- A deep dive into "promptography" and its role in the future of art.
- Insights into his immersive installations, "The Limbos", where reality becomes fluid.

🔍 Why Listen:
Boris challenges us to think differently about creativity, technology, and the subconscious mind. This episode is perfect for anyone passionate about the intersection of art and innovation.

🔗 Episode Links:
Find Boris: www.eldagsen.com | Insta:
Listen on Spotify: [Link in Bio]
Watch on YouTube: [Link in Bio]

🌟 Don’t miss this inspiring episode! Like, share, and subscribe to support our growing community of artists, storytellers, and creative thinkers. 🚀

🎧 Tune in now and let us know your favorite takeaway in the comments!

.bisson

17/11/2024

📸 "Bury Me in the Back Forty" by Kyler Zeleny: A Layered Portrait of Rural Canada 🌾📖

Kyler Zeleny's "Bury Me in the Back Forty" is an intimate exploration of small-town life on the Canadian prairies. This deeply personal project blends photographs, community archives, oral histories, and personal artifacts to create a complex narrative of rurality.

Set in his hometown of just over 900 people, Zeleny masterfully captures the paradox of prairie life—its quiet resilience, beauty, and struggles. From the “roses” to the “thorns,” this work offers a poetic and unflinching look at the heart of a rural community.

Imbued with themes of memory, place, and identity, the project blurs the lines between reality and imagination. It’s part history, part performance, and entirely captivating—a time capsule and a time machine, revealing both the virtues and the vices of rural existence.

Through "Bury Me in the Back Forty", Kyler presents a richly textured story that is both uniquely personal and universally relatable. It’s a poignant reflection of the past, present, and uncertain future of small-town life.

🔗 Dive into this evocative exploration of rurality and community by visiting our link in bio. .bisson

10/11/2024

📸✨ New Episode Alert! ✨📸

Hey Urbanauts! 🌾🎙️ We’re thrilled to bring you Ep. #49 of The Urbanaut Podcast, in collaboration with . Join us as we dive into the world of Canadian photographer, educator, and author Kyler Zeleny ()!

👁️ About Our Guest:
Kyler’s lens captures the depth of rural life on the Canadian prairies, exploring themes of identity, memory, and place. From backroads to community archives, his trilogy of photo books brings the rural experience to life in vibrant detail.

📷 What’s Inside:
- The making of Kyler’s trilogy on rural Canadian life: "Out West", "Crown Ditch & The Prairie Castle", and "Bury Me in the Back Forty"
- Insights into his artistic journey, from his farm upbringing to his PhD in Communication & Culture
- Reflections on “post-photography” and the blending of documentary storytelling with digital media
- Stories of small-town life, rural resilience, and capturing the “roses and thorns” of his hometown

🔍 Why Listen:
Kyler’s work is more than photography; it’s a layered exploration of rurality, capturing the beauty and grit of overlooked spaces. Discover his philosophy on respecting the creative process and hear how the prairies serve as his spiritual home.

🔗 Episode Links:
Find Kyler: www.kylerzeleny.com | Insta:
Listen on Spotify: [Link in Bio]
Watch on YouTube: [Link in Bio]

🌟 Don’t miss this episode if you’re drawn to stories that capture the essence of place and community. Like, share, and subscribe to support the journey ofnThe Urbanaut Podcast! 🚀

🎧 Tune in now and let us know your thoughts in the comments!

10/11/2024

📸 "Wabi-Sabi" by Damien Drew: Embracing Japan's Imperfect Beauty 🍂🇯🇵

Damien Drew’s "Wabi-Sabi" is a profound exploration of Japan’s rural landscapes, capturing a timeless beauty rooted in imperfection and decay. This series reflects the Japanese philosophy of “Wabi-Sabi”—finding grace in the modest, the worn, and the transient.

In "Wabi-Sabi", Drew's images invite us into deserted villages, forgotten homes, and aged structures, each frame a quiet testament to the impermanence of life. Through subtle textures, muted colors, and poetic stillness, the series captures a Japan fading in the shadow of modernization.

Drew’s work speaks to universal themes of beauty and loss, inviting viewers to see value in what’s fleeting and humble. "Wabi-Sabi" offers a contemplative look at spaces that evoke nostalgia, resilience, and the quiet strength of things left behind.

🔗 Discover the gentle elegance of "Wabi-Sabi" through our link in bio.

06/11/2024

📸 "Shikoku Silence" by Damien Drew: A Journey Through Japan's Quiet Decline 🌸🇯🇵

"Shikoku Silence" captures the melancholic beauty of Japan’s rural landscapes in transformation. Damien Drew’s poignant series explores the fading villages of Shikoku, where modern highways meet empty homes and abandoned schools, remnants of a once-thriving community now left behind.

Through haunting textures and subdued light, Drew reveals the profound quiet of Shikoku’s deserted spaces, where time seems to stand still. This series reflects Japan's shifting cultural and social landscape, reminding us of the fragile balance between progress and loss. In "Shikoku Silence", Drew invites us to pause and consider what vanishes in the wake of modernization.

🔗 Discover more of "Shikoku Silence" by visiting the link in bio. .bisson

03/11/2024

📸✨ New Episode Alert! ✨📸

Hey Urbanauts! 🌆🎙️ Get ready for Ep. #48 of The Urbanaut Podcast, presented in collaboration with . This week, we’re joined by the incredible art director, architect, and photographer Damien Drew (), whose work captures beauty in the forgotten and overlooked.

👁️ About Our Guest:
Damien’s lens explores the fading corners of cultural landscapes, from the quiet villages of Shikoku, Japan, to the archetypal facades of America’s South. His work blends architectural insight with storytelling, documenting spaces that speak to impermanence and memory.

📷 What’s Inside:
- Insights on Damien's projects, "Shikoku Silence" and "Wabi-Sabi", capturing Japan’s quiet decline.
- His experience recreating iconic 1950s Memphis for the recent "Elvis" film.
- Reflections on photographing places before they vanish and the art of seeing beauty in decay.

🔍 Why Listen:
Discover how Damien uses photography to preserve cultural stories at risk of disappearing. This episode is a must for anyone intrigued by the intersection of architecture, art, and storytelling.

🔗 Episode Links:
Find Damien: [damiendrew.com](https://www.damiendrew.com) | Photography: [photography.damiendrew.com](https://photography.damiendrew.com) | Insta:
Listen on Spotify: [Link in Bio]
Watch on YouTube: [Link in Bio]

🌟 Join us for this inspiring deep dive into the art of capturing places and spaces that hold memories, stories, and quiet beauty. Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to support the Urbanaut community! 🚀

🎧 Tune in now and share your thoughts in the comments!

.bisson

Adresse

Paris
75001

Site Web

https://linktr.ee/theurbanautpodcast

Notifications

Soyez le premier à savoir et laissez-nous vous envoyer un courriel lorsque The Urbanaut Podcast publie des nouvelles et des promotions. Votre adresse e-mail ne sera pas utilisée à d'autres fins, et vous pouvez vous désabonner à tout moment.