Embrace the journey with 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, hosted by none other than Rob Lee. Today our guest is Josh Sinn, a Maryland-based photographer and educator, known for his compelling work in documentary photography. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, he has honed his craft and expertise in capturing all aspects of life, with a keen focus on people and their environments. His love for the city of Baltimore shines through in his photos, which beautifully depict the city's essence, encompassing moments of beauty, joy, and pain. Josh's passion for photography extends beyond his personal work, as he also shares his knowledge and love for the art form as a dedicated teacher, guiding and inspiring his students.

As we explore:

• Dive into the inspiring journey of photographer Josh Sinn. Discover how his early passion for photography took root in high school and led him to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts in the field.
• Learn about the profound influence of his father's documentation of their family experiences in New York City, which ignited his love for capturing meaningful moments through the lens.
• Explore Josh's dedication to documentary photography, as he passionately seeks to capture the genuine essence of people and places, weaving authentic experiences into visual narratives.
• Hear from Josh about the importance of crediting photos, as he shares both positive and negative experiences in navigating the intricacies of image ownership.
• Gain insights into his artistic approach, as he reveals his preference for film photography and emphasizes the power of the photo itself over the camera used.
• Discover the exciting new projects on the horizon, including a zine and a potential book chronicling his solo road trip to Montana, promising captivating visual storytelling and adventurous tales.

Get ready to be inspired as Josh shares his journey into photography, starting in high school and eventually pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in photography. He discusses his love for documentary photography and the influence of his father, who documented their family's experiences in New York City. Josh also talks about the vibrant photography community in Baltimore and the importance of representing the city authentically. He shares his thoughts on crediting photos and the challenges of navigating the internet as a photographer. Josh also discusses his use of film photography and his upcoming projects, including a potential book about his solo road trip to Montana.

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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
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