Ep. #30: The Grand Scheme: Decoding Landscapes with Chris Round

🎙️ Welcome to Ep. #30 of The Urbanaut Podcast, presented in collaboration with Urbanautica.com. In this compelling episode, we sit down with the talented landscape photographer Chris Round. His work offers a profound exploration of our interaction with the environment, focusing on key projects like "The Grand Scheme" and "Legend".

About Our Guest: Chris Round

Chris Round, based in Sydney, Australia, has a rich background in both the UK and Australia, transitioning from painting to photography. His work captures the dynamic interplay between human intervention and natural landscapes. Notable projects include "The Grand Scheme," documenting the Snowy Hydro Scheme, and "Legend," which juxtaposes cartographic symbols with real-world landscapes. Chris’s photography has been widely exhibited and celebrated, earning numerous accolades.

Tune in to this episode to:

* Discover Chris's journey from painting to landscape photography.

* Explore the narratives and artistic processes behind "The Grand Scheme" and "Legend".

* Learn about the environmental and cultural themes shaping his work.

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EPISODE LINKS:

Chris's Website: roundtheplace.com

Chris’s Instagram: @roundtheplace and @roundtheotherplace

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OUTLINE:

0:00 - Most Replayed

0:59 - Chris’s Background and Early Work

10:17 - Transition from Painting to Photography

14:16 - Finding a Sense of Belonging in Australia

15:32 - The Concept Behind "Legend"

23:02 - Exploring "The Grand Scheme"

26:23 - Human and Animal Interactions with Landscapes

33:58 - A Native’s Perspective on Belonging

40:45 - Chris’s Reflection on Identity and Home

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