At the M9 Museum in Mestre, the exhibition ‘BURTYNSKY: Extraction/Abstraction’ is underway, an exhibition that offers the public a unique opportunity to explore the work of Edward Burtynsky, one of the most important contemporary photographers. The exhibition, open until 5 November 2024, focuses on one of the most pressing issues of our time: the devastating impact of industrial activities on the environment.
Burtynsky’s photographs, with their extraordinary detail and composition, invite us to reflect on the consequences of the extraction of natural resources. Through his lens, human-induced transformations are revealed in all their complexity, revealing artificial landscapes of disturbing and alienating beauty. The artist manages to combine the visual power of his works with a powerful environmental denunciation, creating a dialogue between art and activism that is both stimulating and engaging.
Finking is proud to have contributed to this important cultural project by translating the interview between the curator of the exhibition, Marc Mayer, and Edward Burtynsky himself. This interview delves into the artist’s vision and the motivations behind his works, providing a valuable context for an in-depth understanding of the themes discussed. Our translation work required a thorough understanding not only of Burtynsky’s art, but also of the specialist terminology of the field, to ensure that Italian visitors can fully immerse themselves in the artist’s words.
‘BURTYNSKY: Extraction/Abstraction’ is not just a photographic exhibition, but a profound and meditative journey that explores the boundary between creation and destruction, between the natural and the artificial. We invite all lovers of contemporary art, photography and environmental issues to visit this unmissable exhibition, which promises to leave a lasting impression in the memory of anyone who visits it.
