Syntax Before Grammar

In this special episode, we are joined by Brazilian-born, New York–based collage artist Edgard Barbosa, whose art practice navigates the intersections of memory, media, and identity. Barbosa reflects on the role of visual language as both a form of personal reckoning and collective dialogue, revealing how his fragmented compositions serve as a response and reflection of his immediate surroundings. Through a nuanced conversation, he shares insights into his methodology, the intuitive construction of imagery, and the urgency of capturing the present moment through layered and textured form.

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