Inspired by the strength of her mother and grandmother, Joyce began working at the age of 14 as a Young Apprentice and never stopped. Joyce, a Marketing and Advertisement student, believes that getting to know her origins, without fear or shame, was essential for becoming the women she is today.
She, the youngest of the group, says that Favelagrafia is a “family”, where she feels at home, with whom she can have fun, argue, and learn.
SLUMS’ CREATIVE POTENTIALS
VIDEOS
TODAY IS RED DAY
BY JOYCE MARQUES
Juliano Viana
Juliano is 35 years old and model for the brand Caiz, from Morro da Providência, Rio de Janeiro. Juliano, also a filmmaker, dancer, and actor, says that all his forms of expression reflect his bio-ancestry.
Editing: BRENO FORTES
Soundtrack: BRENO FORTES
PUNK SLUM
BY JOYCE MARQUES
Samylla Barros
Samylla is 23 years old, studies Journalism, works as a saleswoman since 18 years old, and manages her thrift store and her modeling career. She says that it is not easy to manage so many activities, but, in the end, it all fits together.
Leomarah Barros
Leomarah, Samylla’s sister, is 20 years old and works as a photographic model and shop saleswoman for Farm store. She likes fashion and makeup productions. Her biggest dream is to own a clothing store and transmit some of her lifestyle to people.
Editing: BRENO FORTES
Soundtrack: PEDRO PIU