What pieces or projects have you been working on lately?
I recently took a trip to Argentina between the months of December and January to meet my family for the first time. I shot the whole trip, which I’m currently planning on expanding into a project. Before I left, I had been working on projects with some incredible Sydney and Melbourne artists and collectives: The House of Furia, L-FRESH The Lion, Julai, VV Pete, Inbraza, Pa777ience , and a commission with the Powerhouse Museum Ultimo that is dropping this year.
What did you learn (or unlearn) while working on them?
Last year I was really turbo with all the work I had been doing. It was go, go, go. Something I really want to apply in my work this year after going to Argentina is slowing down and taking my time as much as I can. I understand this industry is fast-paced. However, I know I’ll feel so much more fulfilment if I can take a little more time on projects that really make me happy.
What words, ideas or emotions were going through your head?
For the most part, the only word that was in my head was “GO,” and I had so much adrenaline and motivation. I really wanted to create a strong foundation for myself and continue to build on the work I had created in the last five or so years.
Were there any conversations, movies, music, or books that made their way into that work?
I was drawing most of my inspiration from life and the ideas of those I was working with. Music is always an integral part of my practice, as I am also a DJ. I think whatever I’m listening to at the time always influences the direction or mood my work follows.
What's been the most difficult thing you've faced recently in your creative process?
Since visiting Argentina, I feel like letting go of the process I once knew was difficult but also really was called for. I feel like I’m evolving into the next version of myself, which will also reflect in my work. Slowing down has been the biggest shift.
What is your favorite restaurant and what do you recommend we order?
Canterbury Kebabs is probably my number one at the moment. A chicken burger with the lot, chips, and a soda water is my go-to. They’re open until, I’d say, 3 a.m. Tap in.
If your life were a movie this month, what would it be called and who would write the soundtrack?
The title would be Chew City , and the artist would be Tru Saali, one of my greatest friends, who is an incredible artist and producer.
Recommend one or more artists you follow who inspire you, and tell us what you like most about their work or their way of working.
I love everything that Guicho and Unkle Lucdo. Both are incredibly talented artists, aesthetically and conceptually. My great friend Linhchi inspires me so much — I work really closely with them. I love their eye and attention to detail. And Luara Brandão, a friend of mine and the founder of Inbraza, created the first Baile Funk platform in Australia. We also work really closely on the visuals of Inbraza Baile. It’s really nice to be able to work closely with community.
A Sydney-based photographer who merges their Argentinian-Italian heritage with a documentary-style lens to explore identity, youth culture, and community in South West Sydney. Balancing commercial polish with raw intimacy, their work serves as a visual archive of contemporary subcultures through collaborations with iconic artists and global brands like Gucci and Rolling Stone.