Ep. #33: Jersey Roots, Japanese Forests: Exploring Heritage and Horizons with Alexander Mourant

🎙️ Welcome to Ep. #33 of The Urbanaut Podcast, presented in collaboration with Urbanautica.com. In this captivating episode, we sit down with the visionary artist-photographer Alexander Mourant. Known for his evocative exploration of photography, Mourant's work bridges the realms of autobiography, literature, and theoretical discourse, pushing the boundaries of the medium. About Our Guest: Alexander Mourant Alexander Mourant is a London-based artist, educator, and writer, currently a Lecturer in Photography at Kingston University. His practice encompasses photography, writing, performance, and sculpture, delving into themes of temporality, spatiality, and reflexivity. Mourant's notable projects include "Aomori", "I Could Not Tell Glass From Air", and "On Living Stones and Reaching", each offering a unique perspective on the photographic medium. Tune in to this episode to: * Explore Mourant's journey and the evolution of his artistic practice. * Delve into the narratives and processes behind "Aomori", "I Could Not Tell Glass From Air", and "On Living Stones and Reaching". * Understand the impact of cultural and theoretical elements in shaping photographic stories. Don't forget to: * Subscribe to our channel for more episodes that delve into the world of art and photography. * Like and share this episode to celebrate the innovative spirit of contemporary photography. * Follow us on social media for updates and exclusive behind-the-scenes content. EPISODE LINKS: Alexander's Contact: www.alexandermourant.com Alexander’s Instagram: @alexandermourant OUTLINE: 0:00 - Coming Up 1:17 - Introduction 1:42 - Early Background 7:36 - Taking the Path of Art 12:21 - Inspirations 17:13 - Developing his Practice 18:32 - Being a Part of the Revolve Collective 26:32 - Creative Impulse 32:58 - Exploring the "Aomori" Project 51:52 - The Ambiguity of "I Could Not Tell Glass From Air" 1:34:58 - A Deep Dive into "On Living Stones and Reaching" 2:03:13 - Preview of a New Book Called "The Night and The First Sculpture" 2:08:17 - Advice for Aspiring Artists SOCIAL : * Twitter: /UrbanautPodcast * Facebook: /TheUrbanautPodcast * Instagram: /TheUrbanautPodcast * Support on Patreon: /TheUrbanautPodcast #AlexanderMourant #TheUrbanautPodcast #Photography #ContemporaryArt #Aomori #OnLivingStonesAndReaching #VisualNarrative #ArtisticExploration #urbanautica #PatrickLeeHubbard