We’re taking a moment to recognize Kansas City’s wordsmiths.
Taken from KCPT’s “Arts Upload,” which has amassed an impressive collection of local poets reading their own works, “Spotlight” gives Flatland a chance to catch up with the artists. We find out what they’re up to and get their take on what to watch in the local and national art scene.
Jeanette Powers | “Little Jennie Sue”
I currently live in historic Northeast of KCMO as Artist in Residence at Pink Pony Farms.
I currently am the creative editor for the publishing venture POP POETRY: #12poetsin12months. This unique publishing project puts out a new poetry book by a local/regional poet each month coupled with a featured reading and open mic at Prospero’s Books.
My best moment was marrying my wonderful partner, Ezhno Martin (who’s also been featured on Arts Upload!).
I’m watching slam poetry locally with PoUnd SLAM and Slam ULIT. I’m listening to local folk legend-in-the-making AJ Gaither!
My goal for 2016 is to race in the MR340 kayak/canoe race from KC to STL!
Ezhno Martin | “Liberated (Lady Clothes)”