New episode with Usama Alnassar: I Could Build a Theatre Here
Our latest episode is out now
Listen to Usama Alnassar: I Could Build a Theatre Here
A sculptor and painter born in Damascus, Usama tells of the impact of being brought up in Syria and of continuously dealing with people from different religions with diverse ways of looking at things.
The area around Carrara and Pietrasanta has attracted artists from all over the world for many years, and is a melting pot of cultures. Artists are drawn there both for the marble, and for the skills and techniques of the local artisans.
The prestigious Academy of Fine Arts (Accademia di Belle Arti Carrara) was founded in 1769 by the Duchess of Massa (or Princess of Carrara) the wife of the Duke of Modena.
In this episode we are thrilled to present the story of Usama Alnassar who came from Syria and created a very special place to work in the hills of Carrara.
Episode 61 – Usama Alnassar: I Could Build a Theatre Here
For this episode Gail took some fabulous photos which you can see on our website materiallyspeaking.com, on Instagram, and on YouTube.
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Enjoy listening. Sarah Monk producer, Materially Speaking