The most beloved of Peruvian writers died at the age of 87 in Lima. His endearing characters and the tragicomic humor of his novels and short stories outlive him. Here is a selection of six of his essential books. 2. “Tantas veces Pedro (1977)” [ So Many Times, Pedro ] […]
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Interview with Artist Alex Ferror
This episode of Hybrid Atlanta features Alex Ferror, a Brazilian artist whose work is deeply influenced by his upbringing in São Paulo. We talk about how street art, comics and cartoons influence his art and how childhood memories become the source of adults’ artistic visions. Created by Paul Alonso, Hybrid […]
Read MoreInterview with Fiction Writer Alan Grostephan
This episode of Hybrid Atlanta features Alan Grostephan, author of the novels The Banana Wars (2024) and Bogota (2013). We explore the Colombian historical periods that inspired his work, the relationship between violence and literature, and the influence of Latin American writers on his storytelling. Created by Paul Alonso, Hybrid […]
Read MoreInterview with Artist Isadora Pennington
This episode of Hybrid Atlanta features Isadora Pennington, senior editor at ArtATL and president of the Avondale Arts Alliance. We discuss Atlanta’s multicultural art scene, the role of arts journalism, her creative practice as a photographer, and her relationship to social media and fanzines. Created by Paul Alonso, Hybrid Atlanta […]
Read MoreInterview with Artist Carla Contreras
This episode of Hybrid Atlanta features Ecuadorian artist Carla Contreras. We talked about how art can transform the city, the surroundings as information for the artist, and the human connection with technology and nature. Created by Paul Alonso, Hybrid Atlanta is a video interview series with local artists and creatives […]
Read MoreInterview with Artist Patricia Hernández
This episode of Hybrid Atlanta features Patricia Hernández, a Salvadoran artist and founder of Nuestra Creación, an Atlanta-based art curation and event organization collective. We talk about her journey as an immigrant and a single mother, her artistic mission and the role of community in these times. Created by Paul […]
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