In this episode of the podcast, Brie sits down with Valentina Parente to explore the magic of photography, from rediscovering film to capturing nature’s awe-inspiring moments. Join as Valentina shares insights from her artistic journey, including her childhood fascination with film cameras and the meditative process of long exposure photography. She also highlights the importance of mindful connections to nature and her excitement about launching a new women’s photography community with Nisi Italia.
Highlights of the episode include:
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Valentina’s Early Inspiration: She shares how her parents’ film camera sparked her love for photography as a child.
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Film Photography: Discover how Valentina’s journey with film led her to build a home darkroom and explore unique vintage cameras.
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Long Exposure Techniques: Valentina talks about her favorite genre and how it allows her to connect deeply with the natural environment.
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Patience and Focus: Insights on how working with film photography has helped Valentina develop mindfulness and presence in her art.
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Capturing Nature’s Solitude: Why Valentina prefers lesser-known landscapes and the peace of photographing away from the crowds.
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Building Community: Valentina discusses her new initiative with NiSi Italia to create a supportive space for women in photography.
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