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. Don't forget to: * Subscribe to our channel for more episodes on art and photography. * Like and share this episode to celebrate the intersection of human activity and nature in Chris's work. * Follow us on social media for updates and exclusive behind-the-scenes content. EPISODE LINKS: Chris's Website: roundtheplace.com Chris’s Instagram: @roundtheplace and @roundtheotherplace PODCAST INFO: Spotify: The Urbanaut Podcast on Spotify Twitter: @UrbanautPodcast YouTube Full episodes playlist: The Urbanaut Podcast - Full Episodes YouTube Clips playlist: The Urbanaut Podcast - Clips Podcast website: patrickleehubbard.com/theurbanautpodcast 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 SOCIAL: * Twitter: /UrbanautPodcast * Facebook: /TheUrbanautPodcast * Instagram: /TheUrbanautPodcast * Support on Patreon: /TheUrbanautPodcast #ChrisRound #TheUrbanautPodcast #LandscapePhotography #EnvironmentalArt #TheGrandScheme #Legend #ArtisticJourney #FindingBelonging #urbanautica #PatrickLeeHubbard