Aromatic notes of marcela, or Brazilian chamomile, linger in the air, heady and sweet like an evening herbal tea. One might think oneself in a sensory stimulation bath, but no: we are here in an art exhibition. On the first floor of the Itaú Cultural Institute in the heart of São Paulo, marcela—this typical flower of the Brazilian flora—is arranged in puddles on the floor, alongside other heaps of herbs, flour, cotton, and purple taro leaves. From these vegetal puddles emerge ovoid forms, in bronze and ceramic, like fruits on the verge of coming to life. The whole composition forms a field in which one can walk. "It is a cultivated land," confirms Solange Pessoa in front of this work, which she has titled Campos Peregrinos. "It is one of the characteristics of seeds: the wind can carry them far. The seed is a pilgrim by nature. Hence the title." Solange Pessoa, a 65-year-old Brazilian artist, works with natural materials to explore her deep connection with the elements of the earth. Her installation Campos Peregrinos is a centerpiece of the exhibition dedicated to her at the Itaú Cultural Institute in São Paulo. The use of organic matter like marcela, herbs, and taro leaves reflects her commitment to ecological themes and the transient nature of life. Her work invites visitors to reflect on the journey of seeds and the idea of movement and transformation in both nature and human experience. The exhibition is part of a broader cultural scene in São Paulo, where art and nature often intersect. Alongside this, other exhibitions in Brazil and abroad are exploring themes from the origins of tarot in New York to the history of Brazilian funk. Meanwhile, in Italy, the town of Pietrasanta continues to be a haven for sculptors since the time of Michelangelo. In London, artist Anish Kapoor is showcasing a new series that explores the concept of the sublime. Founded in 1921, Folha de São Paulo is one of the three largest Brazilian newspapers by circulation, alongside O Globo from Rio de Janeiro and O Estado de São Paulo. As part of a large media group that includes the online portal UOL and the polling institute Datafolha, Folha has historically leaned toward the center right and conservatism, opposing both the left-wing government of Lula and the far-right leadership of Jair Bolsonaro. However, its editorial stance has evolved significantly over the past century. Initially supportive of the 1964 military coup, the newspaper underwent a transformation in the 1980s with the arrival of new journalists. It became the first Brazilian newspaper to introduce a mediator role in 1989, a position that continues to this day. In addition to traditional journalism, Folha offers a wide range of digital content, including podcasts, videos, and sections tailored for children and teenagers.