Ep. #22: Shadows and Myths: Exploring Nature and Nostalgia in Poland with Tomasz Kawecki

🎙️ Welcome to Ep. #22 of The Urbanaut Podcast, presented in collaboration with Urbanautica.com. In this enlightening episode, we sit down with the distinguished Polish visual artist and photographer Tomasz Kawecki. His captivating work navigates through two profound projects: "A Lair" and "IN PRAISE OF SHADOW," offering a deep dive into his photographic journey and the influences that shape his distinctive vision. About Our Guest: Tomasz KaweckiTomasz is not only a visual artist but also an esteemed lecturer at the Academy of Photography in Krakow. His work, described as "subjective documentary," often incorporates elements of installation and performance, blending reality with mythical undertones drawn from nature. Tomasz’s compelling narratives have been recognized and awarded internationally, enriching his reputation across the USA, Poland, Japan, and Italy. His first photobook, "IN PRAISE OF SHADOW," produced with Rust Publishing, explores the unseen realms of natural shadows and archetypal imagery. Tune in to this episode to: * Trace Tomasz’s artistic journey from the early stages of his career to his latest compelling projects. * Delve into the ethereal and nostalgic essence of "A Lair" and the mysterious depths of "IN PRAISE OF SHADOW." * Gain insights into how myths and nature influence Tomasz’s work, merging universal symbols with personal history.Don’t forget to: * Subscribe to our channel for more episodes that explore the intersections of art and photography. * Like and share this episode to support the unveiling of hidden realms through Polish documentary photography. * Follow us on social media for updates and exclusive behind-the-scenes content. EPISODE LINKS: * Tomasz’s Contact: tomaszkawecki.com * Tomasz’s Instagram: @panremembrance OUTLINE: 0:00 - Episode Preview 1:42 - Meet Tomasz 3:12 - Tomasz’s Background and Education 18:27 - Educational Influences 22:14 - Influential People 23:39 - Insights into His Creative Process 29:27 - Exploration of "A Lair" 51:09 - Deep Dive into "IN PRAISE OF SHADOW" 1:06:43 - Making of the book "IN PRAISE OF SHADOW" 1:13:42 - Advice for Aspiring Photographers 1:17:04 - This idea of the "Mystical" SOCIAL: * Twitter: /UrbanautPodcast * Facebook: /TheUrbanautPodcast * Instagram: /TheUrbanautPodcast * Support on Patreon: /TheUrbanautPodcast #TomaszKawecki #TheUrbanautPodcast #Photography #DocumentaryPhotography #PolishArt #ALair #InPraiseOfShadow #VisualNarrative #ArtisticExploration #urbanautica #stevebisson #PatrickLeeHubbard