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Ghost town in the Arctic

The Russian settlement of Pyramiden, Svalbard Islands, had its greatest expansion in the 80s. Due to the closure of mining activities, the Russian authorities decreed its abandonment in 1998. But still today the town appears intact, frozen by the polar climate, an open-air museum of the Soviet era.

Awards

Black & White Photo Contest

2023

Honorable Mention

Travel

Non Professional

Honorable Mention

Photojournalism

Non Professional

Ghost town in the Arctic

The Russian settlement of Pyramiden, Svalbard Islands, had its greatest expansion in the 80s. Due to the closure of mining activities, the Russian authorities decreed its abandonment in 1998. But still today the town appears intact, frozen by the polar climate, an open-air museum of the Soviet era.

About Artist

Matteo Busetto

I’m an italian medical doctor who discovered photography by pure chance, with the purpose to document through images how my work is done in Italy and in the rest of the world; however it was love at first sight and I dedicated myself to photography with great passion, by studying, attending courses and doing a lot of practice. Photography has almost become a second job for me, as I have a great interest in explore the world around me: my main interests include the exploration of new countries and cultures, visual journalism and anthropological issues.

Matteo Busetto

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Minimalism, Photojournalism, Travel

Location

Italy

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