Exhibits & Performances, Poetry

Griffin Poetry Prize

Griffin Poetry Prize 2013--Shortlist AnthologyI've mentioned in an earlier post that I have begun writing over the past several years.  Reading and hearing poetry is a large part of my education as I learn to develop my capacity to write poetry--to closely observe life and put the observations into words.   Last night I went… Continue reading Griffin Poetry Prize

Exhibits & Performances, Poetry, Printmaking

Poetry Out Loud & in a Linocut

Program from The Al Purdy Show, Feb. 6, 2013, TorontoOn Wednesday night, I attended a fundraiser at beautiful Koerner Hall in Toronto.  It was in honour of an excellent Canadian poet, Al Purdy (1918 – 2000).  Al’s work was being honoured through readings by Canadian poets and actors and through performances by musicians.  The funds… Continue reading Poetry Out Loud & in a Linocut