Artist Statement
Weslei Barba (b. 1984) was born in São Paulo, Brazil. His artistic practice is centered on exploring 'peripheral culture' through documentary photography, constantly striving to relate the urban space to its inhabitants.
He was first inspired after a trip to the municipality of Claro dos Poções, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
He began to work as a photography assistant and and producer for journalistic and film projects. Weslei currently works as a freelance photographer and blogger.
Artist Background
Centro Universitário Senac, 2014