
Talks
Lounge Talks
The talk program for the third edition of Rotas took place on August 30 and 31, Friday and Saturday, in various formats.
On Friday (30), the panels featured artists and curators discussing specific issues in contemporary Brazilian art.
On Saturday (31), the conversations were in partnership with Bravo!, featuring important Brazilian artists presenting their research and trajectories.

From the Top of the Mirante
Rodrigo Moura presents the new sector and the development of the projects from the participating galleries, and discusses the general state of contemporary Brazilian art, both locally and internationally. The conversation will be led by Silas Martí, the culture editor of Folha de São Paulo.

Digital Cosmogonies
A reflection on how artificial intelligence and electronic media are transforming artistic practice – or at least the traditional circuit of visual arts – without losing sight of the critical possibilities of connecting the present with ancestry and the future. With Gabriel Massan and Guerreiro do Divino Amor, facilitated by Felipe Molitor.

My Place in the World
A discussion about the participation of artists with non-hegemonic identities in the art system: how are indigenous artists engaging in the market and institutions without losing the power of affirming their identities? Featuring Gustavo Caboco and moderated by Luciara Ribeiro.

Interview with Ayrson Heráclito
Laís Franklin, editor-in-chief of Bravo!, talks with Ayrson Heráclito. A priest of Jeje Mahi, professor at UFRB in the city of Cachoeira/BA, visual artist, and curator. He holds a PhD in Communication and Semiotics from PUC São Paulo and a Master’s degree in Visual Arts from UFBA.

Interview with Nádia Taquary
Laís Franklin, editor-in-chief of Bravo!, converses with Nádia Taquary (1967; Salvador, BA), who holds a degree in Literature from UCSAL and a postgraduate degree in Education, Aesthetics, Semiotics, and Culture from UFBA.

Interview with Thiago Martins de Melo
Laís Franklin, editor-in-chief of Bravo!, speaks with Thiago Martins de Melo. His work develops through painting, sculpture, installation, stop-motion animation, and printmaking.