Drawing beyond fear: Lynda Barry on creative risk-taking
Arts & Culture | By Yaël Ksander - May 20, 2025

Cartoonist and teacher Lynda Barry will be this year's Granfalloon keynote speaker. Yaël Ksander spoke with her in advance of her visit.
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Cartoonist and teacher Lynda Barry will be this year's Granfalloon keynote speaker. Yaël Ksander spoke with her in advance of her visit.
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