Metal Roots

Metal Roots: From Sound to Sustainability is a voluntary photography project that shows the connection between the metal music scene and the environment. Focused on portraits of musicians, fans, and festival organizers, the project aims to raise awareness about eco-conscious practices within the metal community, highlighting the journey toward a more sustainable lifestyle.

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The Story Behind Metal Roots

The understanding of living in harmony with the nature, combined with my passion for metal music, storytelling, and photography, inspired the creation of Metal Roots.

Metal has always been more than just music; it’s a lifestyle rooted in authenticity, rebellion, and a connection to something deeper. Through this project, I seek to bridge these values with the environmental challenges we face today, documenting stories of those within the metal scene who are leading the way toward more eco-conscious practices.

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About me, the human behind this project:

My name is Iuliana Pasca, and I am (also) a photographer specializing in portraits, particularly within the metal music scene. Having grown up in a rural area of Romania, I learned the importance of sustainability from an early age, a lesson that continues to guide me in my work. My passion for promoting eco-conscious practices lays in the belief that we must give back to the nature that sustains us.

Over the years, I lived in various counties like China, Italy, Spain, studying or working as a translator, teacher, and volunteer. I hold degrees in both Literature and Conflict Studies, shaping my creative perspective and storytelling approach. My experience volunteering with NGOs in Romania, Italy, and Spain, focused on minority education, children's rights, and refugee support, further informs my commitment to social and environmental causes.​

Through Metal Roots: From Sound to Sustainability, I try to merge my passion for photography, metal music, and sustainability, using my work to inspire others to live more consciously and act in protecting our planet.