The Photographer’s Guide to Los Santos blends video games and photography, exploringGrand Theft Auto V as both a tourist destination and a creative space. Combiningpractical in-game photography advice with critical analysis, the guide offerstutorials, modding techniques, and reflections on artistic projects, making it a valuableresource for students and digital artists. This handbook redefines GTA V as amedium for artistic expression, challenging conventional boundaries between gamingand art. Drawing from exhibitions and in-game performances, the guide incorporateslessons from teaching in-game photography across Europe. The Photographer’sGuide to Los Santos encourages deep, creative engagement with GTA V, positioningthe game as a site for both critical and artistic exploration.
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.
Matteo Bittanti is a media scholar, critic, and artist specializing in contemporary art, video games, and digital culture. He has written several books on the relationship between technology and visual arts and works on projects that challenge traditional views of gaming as art.