Jose Mateis

My art is the reflection of a migrant passionate about freedom and the love of music

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What is your favorite type of art to create?

as someone with dyslexia, I express myself through visual art (video and photography) and music. I compose songs and often add music to images.

Where do you find inspiration?

I am a great lover of both nature and cities. I love telling stories through the lens of a camera, bringing together my passions for imagery and music

What would you do with $25,000?

I am a Venezuelan migrant and an artist who has lost everything due to the situation in my country. Despite working with outdated equipment, I have created several documentaries and have won photography awards. With access to next-generation equipment, I would like to produce a documentary that explores depression New: camera Nikon Z8, lecens, ligths computer Mac mini and software ablenton Live final cut pro, Pro Tools, steady, ace studio, Runway.1 guitar 1 bass 1 sinth 1 key 1 interface univer

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