Izabela in Peru

Izabela Dłużyk, a blind sound recordist from Poland, navigates the Amazon rainforest in Peru to capture the intricate soundscapes of the wilderness. Relying on sound as her primary source of information, she employs parabolic microphones to document the calls of species like the Red Howler Monkey, various parrots, and insects. Her journey includes recording at the Colorado clay lick and from a 40-meter canopy tower, where she experiences the jungle's height and density through auditory perception rather than visual imagery. Despite her blindness, she maintains a deep emotional connection to color, using vivid descriptions to interpret the world around her. This immersive exploration highlights the unique perspective of a blind artist who translates the complex, layered acoustics of the rainforest into a sensory experience, demonstrating how sound defines her reality and creative practice.