Book Launch & Talk: Visual Culture of Northeast Brazil

Underscore Projects is pleased to welcome Casca for an afternoon of conversation, music, and connection celebrating Visual Culture of Northeast Brazil, by CASCA Archive. 

The afternoon will feature an open conversation about the book and the rich visual culture of Northeast Brazil, with a special video contribution from Waldenio, Mestre Dila’s grandson, and a DJ set by Damon (@walkspirittalk).

Whether you joined for the (first!) launch or are discovering the book for the first time, come hang out, grab a book, have a drink and stay for the conversation.

When: Sunday - September 13, 2026 - 2pm-9pm

Where: Underscore Projects - 1468 Dundas St W - 2nd floor - Toronto, ON M6J 1Y6 (Dundas/Dufferin) (Please note that the gallery space is accessible only by stairs)

Admission: Free, and everyone is welcome! 

Save your spot now as we have limited capacity! If you register and can no longer attend, please contact us at carolina@underscoreprojects.ca to cancel your registration so someone else can take your place. 

Book Purchase

Interested in getting a copy? Visual Culture of Northeast Brazil will be available at a special event price of $99. You can pre-order your copy here for pickup at the event, or purchase one in person on the day.

HOT TIP: Pre-order your copy now and receive a beautiful poster as a gift at the event!

What to expect 

• A conversation with the author Victor Yves about Casca Initiative and the book
• A very special video contribution from Waldenio, Mestre Dila’s grandson. José Soares da Silva, known as Mestre Dila, was a celebrated Brazilian cordel literature poet and woodcut (xilogravura) artist from the northeastern region of Brazil.
• A DJ set by Damon, featuring music on vinyl
• Our Café will be open throughout the event, serving specialty coffee, tea, drinks, Brazilian snacks, and sweets
• Time to explore Underscore Projects, including the artwork on display and our selection of books
• A chance to slow down, connect, and share the afternoon with others in the community

About the Archive 

The Graphic Design and Visual Culture Archive of Northeast Brazil was founded by Alagoas-born designer and art director Victor Yves, sparked by a simple frustration: the visual memory of the Brazilian Northeast was scattered, offline, or hidden in personal collections - rarely accessible to the wider world.

Photography

Photography and/or video may take place during the event for documentation and promotional purposes. Images may be shared on Underscore Projects’ website and social media, as well as by the participating artist.

If you do not wish to be photographed or have your image shared, please let us know when you arrive. We’ll do our best to accommodate your request.

Refund Policy

All book sales are final. If you are unable to attend the launch event to pick up your book, contact us to arrange pickup at a later date.