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The Photographer's Guide to Los Santos blends video games and photography, exploring
Grand Theft Auto V as both a tourist destination and a creative space. Combining practical in-game photography advice with critical analysis, the guide offers tutorials, modding techniques, and reflections on artistic projects, making it a valuable resource for students and digital artists. This handbook redefines
GTA V as a medium for artistic expression, challenging conventional boundaries between gaming and art. Drawing from exhibitions and in-game performances, the guide incorporates lessons from teaching in-game photography across Europe.
The Photographer's Guide to Los Santos encourages deep, creative engagement with
GTA V, positioning the game as a site for both critical and artistic exploration.
About the author
Marco De Mutiis is a visual artist, curator, and researcher focused on the intersections of photography, gaming, and digital culture. He has worked with international institutions, curating exhibitions and leading workshops on in-game photography.
