Marco Aurelio Mendia

THE CITY UNDERNEATH BOOK

“ ‘The City Underneath’ is an abstract tale about the world of graffiti. It’s the line that divides the spectrum between the daily grind and the invisible night, like a city skyline reflected in a puddle.

It’s the door that threshold to fragments of stories that take place beneath the road surface.

It’s the exploration of the ‘inbetween’ rather than the ‘end’. It’s the journey, and everything that concerns moving, it's the interaction of men in the great depths of urban spaces: the subway system.

An encounter of man, concrete and iron, an underground expedition in search of the sleeping metal giant, exploiting loopholes in the system like a virus hunting its target, claiming it with one’s name-trace, then leaving abruptly without being caught as an assertion of both supremacy and freedom. "

Marco Aurelio Mendia is an italian photographer with a unique background in documenting the graffiti scene, which shaped his eye for capturing raw, urban energy and storytelling through imagery. His documentary work shows authenticity and ability to translate street culture into a visual narrative.Transitioning into the fashion industry, Marco Aurelio brings his technical skills and editorial style to the forefront of his work. Known for pushing boundaries in both concept and execution, his work marries sharp technical precision with an innovative approach, creating visually compelling and modern fashion editorials.

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INFO:

20x25 cm - 120 pages
Soft cover laminated 300gr
Critical Essay by Pietro Rivasi
Published by One Block Down
Supported by Nike

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PRESS:

Perimetro
Outpump

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