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Ep. #6: Capturing History's Echoes in Photography with Alnis Stakle - The Urbanaut Podcast
🎙️ Welcome to Episode #6 of The Urbanaut Podcast, in partnership with Urbanautica.com. This episode features an insightful conversation with renowned Latvian photographer and academic, Alnis Stakle. We explore his impressive body of work, starting from his early endeavors to his groundbreaking conceptual pieces like "The Bleached Skull of Steer on the Dry Sun-Baked Earth."
About Our Guest: Alnis Stakle
Alnis Stakle, born in Latvia in 1975, is a celebrated photographer and a Professor of Photography at Rigas Stradins University. With a PhD in art education from Daugavpils University, Alnis brings a unique perspective to his photography, weaving in themes of trauma, memory, and the complex nature of photographic materiality. His work, a blend of documentary and conceptual art, critically examines the intersection of collective and subjective experiences through the lens of autoethnography and psychogeography.
Tune in to this episode to:
* Explore Alnis's journey in photography, from his foundational years to his latest conceptual works.
* Gain insights into his creative process and the ideas behind his notable pieces like "May This Inanimate Likeness Remind You of My Living Self" and "LSD."
* Understand Alnis's approach to capturing the essence of collective and private experiences in photography.
Don't forget to:
* Subscribe to our podcast for more insightful episodes on art and photography.
* Like and share this episode to support and celebrate the depth of Latvian photography.
* Follow us on our social media platforms for updates and exclusive behind-the-scenes content.
EPISODE LINKS:
Alnis' Website: www.alnisstakle.com
Alnis’s Instagram: @theoryofme
PODCAST INFO:
YouTube Full episodes playlist
YouTube Clips playlist
Podcast website: patrickleehubbard.com/theurbanautpodcast
OUTLINE:0:00 - Highlight from the show0:23 - Alnis’ Introduction02:26 - One his dream of becoming a photography teacher06:37 - His thoughts on why he has shifted to conceptual work10:01 - How did Alnis get into photography?17:04 - Forging his own way in his craft27:35 - Alnis’ inspirations32:45 - Discussing "LSD" and Its Significance53:00 - Insights into "Not Even Something"1:02:06 - Behind the series "May This Inanimate Likeness Remind You of My Living Self"1:17:09 - "The Bleached Skull of Steer on the Dry Sun-Baked Earth" inspirations.1:30:57 - The importance of social and political commentary.1:34:00 - The important role of the artists?1:38:05 - Advice for other makers and artists
SOCIAL:
* Twitter: /UrbanautPodcast
* Facebook: /TheUrbanautPodcast
* Instagram: /TheUrbanautPodcast
* Support on Patreon: /TheUrbanautPodcast
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By Patrick Lee Hubbard🎙️ Welcome to Episode #6 of The Urbanaut Podcast, in partnership with Urbanautica.com. This episode features an insightful conversation with renowned Latvian photographer and academic, Alnis Stakle. We explore his impressive body of work, starting from his early endeavors to his groundbreaking conceptual pieces like "The Bleached Skull of Steer on the Dry Sun-Baked Earth."
About Our Guest: Alnis Stakle
Alnis Stakle, born in Latvia in 1975, is a celebrated photographer and a Professor of Photography at Rigas Stradins University. With a PhD in art education from Daugavpils University, Alnis brings a unique perspective to his photography, weaving in themes of trauma, memory, and the complex nature of photographic materiality. His work, a blend of documentary and conceptual art, critically examines the intersection of collective and subjective experiences through the lens of autoethnography and psychogeography.
Tune in to this episode to:
* Explore Alnis's journey in photography, from his foundational years to his latest conceptual works.
* Gain insights into his creative process and the ideas behind his notable pieces like "May This Inanimate Likeness Remind You of My Living Self" and "LSD."
* Understand Alnis's approach to capturing the essence of collective and private experiences in photography.
Don't forget to:
* Subscribe to our podcast for more insightful episodes on art and photography.
* Like and share this episode to support and celebrate the depth of Latvian photography.
* Follow us on our social media platforms for updates and exclusive behind-the-scenes content.
EPISODE LINKS:
Alnis' Website: www.alnisstakle.com
Alnis’s Instagram: @theoryofme
PODCAST INFO:
YouTube Full episodes playlist
YouTube Clips playlist
Podcast website: patrickleehubbard.com/theurbanautpodcast
OUTLINE:0:00 - Highlight from the show0:23 - Alnis’ Introduction02:26 - One his dream of becoming a photography teacher06:37 - His thoughts on why he has shifted to conceptual work10:01 - How did Alnis get into photography?17:04 - Forging his own way in his craft27:35 - Alnis’ inspirations32:45 - Discussing "LSD" and Its Significance53:00 - Insights into "Not Even Something"1:02:06 - Behind the series "May This Inanimate Likeness Remind You of My Living Self"1:17:09 - "The Bleached Skull of Steer on the Dry Sun-Baked Earth" inspirations.1:30:57 - The importance of social and political commentary.1:34:00 - The important role of the artists?1:38:05 - Advice for other makers and artists
SOCIAL:
* Twitter: /UrbanautPodcast
* Facebook: /TheUrbanautPodcast
* Instagram: /TheUrbanautPodcast
* Support on Patreon: /TheUrbanautPodcast
#AlnisStakle #TheUrbanautPodcast #DocumentaryPhotography #LatvianArt #ConceptualArt #VisualNarrative #ArtisticResearch #photography #urbanautica #PatrickLeeHubbard #SteveBisson #VisualCulture #ContemporaryArt #DigitalStorytelling #ModernImagery #ArtInsights #PodcastLife #VisualNarratives #ArtAndTechnology #FrameByFrame #ArtisticExploration #CulturalCommentary #VisualArts #Storytelling #CreativeCommunity #PodcastersOfYouTube #MediaAnalysis #ArtCritique #VisualStorytellers