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An Encounter with Leila Méndez: Exploring Analog Photography in the Digital Age with "Disparos contados"

Delve into the creative process, intuition, and the enduring relevance of photography as a human gaze.

This special encounter features photographer and writer Leila Méndez discussing her essay, "Disparos contados". The conversation questions the value of analog photography in today's digital landscape, analyzing the act of physical photography and creative intuition. Joined by writer Guillermo Alonso, Méndez explores transformations in visual culture, emphasizing the human gaze amidst AI advancements. This recorded event is available to watch on demand.

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An encounter with photographer Leila Méndez to discuss her essay "Disparos contados", exploring the relevance of analog photography in the digital age. The event will delve into the creative process, intuition, and the future of photography.

Curatorial context

This event features photographer and writer Leila Méndez discussing her essay "Disparos contados. Fotografiar con actitud analógica en la era de la inmediatez" (Counted Shots. Photographing with an Analog Attitude in the Age of Immediacy). The discussion aims to question whether analog photography is merely a nostalgic whim or if it holds value in today's digital and algorithmic present. Méndez will analyze the act of physical photography, vocation, and freelancing, presenting an argument for intuition and the pleasure of creation against overabundance. The conversation, accompanied by writer Guillermo Alonso, will also touch upon the significant transformations photography has undergone, especially with the rise of AI, while emphasizing the enduring importance of the human gaze. The event was recorded and is available for viewing.

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Free entry is available on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached. Details for booking free tickets can be found on the event post. The event was also streamed live and is available to watch on demand.

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Venue
Espacio Fundación Telefónica
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Sep 12, 2025 – Sep 12, 2025
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Featuring photographer and writer Leila Méndez, with writer Guillermo Alonso.
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