The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter

Welcome to "The Truth In This Art." I'm your host, Rob Lee. In today's episode, we have a captivating conversation with Baltimore-based artist Ítalo Duarte De Déa. Ítalo creates ink-wash drawings that invite people to consider the cultural and social contexts they live in from an emotional point of view. 

In this episode, we explore:

  • A captivating journey through Italo's world of art, where expression and exploration intertwine, capturing the essence of culture, space, and history in profound ways.
  • The magic of ink drawings as Italo weaves memories and narratives through the combination of multiple sketches, inviting you to experience storytelling like never before.
  • The rich tapestry of European and indigenous cultures in Brazil, as Italo's work reflects the fascinating intersection of these worlds, intertwined with his own heritage as a fifth-generation Italian immigrant.
  • Get ready to embrace the beauty of uncertainty and the art of questioning as Italo shares his belief in the power of diverse perspectives and thought-provoking conversations within the realm of art.
  • Join Italo in celebrating the authenticity and realness of Baltimore, a city that fosters genuine connections and a strong sense of community, where art thrives and flourishes amid an atmosphere of inspiration and belonging.

Join us for an engaging episode with Italo Duarte De Déa, a Brazilian artist based in Baltimore who specializes in ink drawings. His work serves as a historical documentation of memories and captures ordinary moments in daily life. Italo's drawings are monochromatic and often depict landscapes, human figures, and close-ups of everyday experiences. He explores themes of culture, space, and history in his work. Italo relocated to Baltimore in 2014 to pursue a career in art and has since become an active member of the local art community.


Mentioned in this episode
Ítalo Duarte De Déa


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The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore). 

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:
  • Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
  • Edited by Daniel Alexis
  • Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor
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Creators and Guests

Host
Rob Lee
The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.
Guest
Ítalo Duarte De Déa
Baltimore-based artist. Ítalo creates ink-wash drawings that invite people to consider the cultural and social contexts they live in from an emotional point of view.

What is The Truth In This Art: Stories That Matter?

The Truth In This Art with Rob Lee is an arts and culture interview podcast. They share their work, ideas, and what inspires them. Listeners get to hear stories that matter from people who are making waves in arts and culture today.