The Lens of Dignity: Capturing the Beauty of Healing with Robert Sturman

About this episode

Michele Lawrence interviews photographer Robert Sturman about the intersection of art, trauma, and the human spirit.

This episode is an exploration of what it means to be truly seen. Michele sits down with world-renowned photographer and yoga practitioner Robert Sturman to discuss the intersection of art, trauma, and the human spirit. Robert doesn’t just document yoga; he captures what he calls "figurative poetry." From the halls of maximum-security prisons to the lives of breast cancer survivors and veterans living with PTSD, Robert’s lens serves as a mirror for dignity, helping his subjects reclaim their ...

People in this episode

Host: Michele Lawrence

Guest: Robert Sturman

Topics covered

• art
• trauma
• human spirit
• yoga
• photography
• dignity
• healing

Keywords

• yoga
• photography
• healing
• dignity
• trauma
• art
• human spirit

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