So much is made of words and rythym that people often forget other aspects of poetry. To gain a toehold on the path to greatness, a poet should be well grounded. He or she must have not only a clear voice but a firm footing. In order to talk the talk, you must also walk the walk.
So, on this page, we draw attention to the most underappreciated tools in the poets' kit. Those twin wonders who support them at the podium during a reading. The loyal friends who carry them down less traveled.roads.
At a recent reading, we captured these fine specimens on film. Some are at work, actively forming a foundation for the performance of spoken word. Others are at rest, kicking back with a latte and enjoying the creativity of those around them. All of them glorious, and no four the same...
