Artist Statement
Every poem I have written thus far has been an attempt to adhere to an old compulsion to write something minutely profound, to illustrate a spot in time. Though my poems are confessional in ways that are cathartic to me, I want them to be responsible for more than my own healing. I want them to be responsible in a Romantic sense. I believe that poetry should make us feel small next to the enormity of the human strand, that strand being comprised of the truths (however delightful or horrible) of human nature. I want my poetry to illuminate a keyhole, through which a reader might peer and see parts of that human strand.
The forms in which I typically write are minimalist, and the tone sentimental. It seems necessary to me in an age of brevity to make a poem say something that affects the reader, and say it without much ado. My hope for my poems is that they turn on a dime, sucker-punch, and teleport great distances in mere moments.
I write what I know, which most often leaves me writing about themes surrounding culture, identity, grief, loss, memory and food.
Poet
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Performer
I consider each and every poem an opportunity to elevate the human experience to interesting heights. I would love to read for your organization or audience! Please email to inquire about readings and/or performances.
Educator
I provide Creative Writing services for writers of all ages, subject to availability. Please email to inquire/schedule. Workshops and Lessons -Private -One-on-One or Group -Emphasis on Reading, Prompted Writing, Project Completion, and Recitation
