🎙️ Welcome to Ep. #24 of The Urbanaut Podcast, presented in collaboration with Urbanautica.com. In this engaging episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented artist-photographer Terry A. Ratzlaff. Terry discusses his fascinating journey into photography and provides an in-depth look at his major projects, including "But The Eyes Are Blind One Must Look With The Heart," "The Watcher," and "Take Your Time."

About Our Guest: Terry A. Ratzlaff

Terry A. Ratzlaff is an artist and educator living in Lincoln, Nebraska. His work is driven by an obsession with trains and time, exploring where these phenomena collide. Specializing in photography and book art, Terry emphasizes sequences over singular images to deconstruct modern perceptions of time, history, and technological progress. He runs a small imprint, The Basement Window, creating limited edition artist books and boxes. Terry holds an MFA from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Digital Media at Nebraska Wesleyan University. His work has been featured in prestigious publications such as The New York Times, Vanity Fair, Bloomberg Businessweek, and more.

Tune in to this episode to:

* Traverse the journey of Terry's photographic career, from its inception to his latest works.

* Delve into the narratives and artistic processes behind his projects.

* Understand the impact of trains and time on his artistic vision.

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EPISODE LINKS:

* Terry's Contact: www.terryratzlaff.com

* Terry’s Instagram: @terryratzaff

OUTLINE:

0:00 - Coming Up

2:30 - Terry’s background and early works

5:17 - Educational influences and choosing photography

11:04 - Influential People

14:46 - Looking outside of Photography for Inspiration

17:58 - Teaching

19:08 - Exploring the philosophy of "Receptiveness"

24:42 - Terry's artistic workflow

37:48 - "But The Eyes Are Blind One Must Look With The Heart"

57:24 - "The Watcher"

1:14:54 - "Take Your Time"

1:39:49 - "Marches"

1:58:42 - Advice for Finding Your Voice as an Artist

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🎙️ 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:

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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"

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#TomaszKawecki #TheUrbanautPodcast #Photography #DocumentaryPhotography #PolishArt #ALair #InPraiseOfShadow #VisualNarrative #ArtisticExploration #urbanautica #stevebisson #PatrickLeeHubbard