Poetic Visions 2023 Poetry Workshop

Presented by writer, poet and spoken word artist Kevin Campbell (A.K.A. NoirJente), Introduction to Poetry Slam will cover the history of the art form (which might be older than you think), as well as various facts and observations on Poetry Slam. We will discuss some of the various formats poetry slams can take, different strategies used by successful and well-known poets, and view and discuss a few really great examples of performance poetry. This is the first in a series of three poetry workshops in conjunction with Poetic Visions 2023.

There is no cost to participate, but RSVP is required as space is limited. Participants can call the Museum at (386) 734-4371 to reserve a spot.

Event Details

Introduction to Poetry Slam Workshop

Saturday, April 1, 2023  |  2:00 p.m.

Museum of Art – DeLand

600 N. Woodland Blvd. DeLand, Florida 32720

Admission: FREE with RSVP required at (386) 734-4371

About Kevin Campbell:

Kevin W. Campbell (A.K.A. NoirJente) is a resident of DeLand and an accomplished writer, poet and spoken word artist. He is the author of the chapbook, Sadoto (2014). He has served as Slam Coordinator of Mainstreet Art and Culture Slam of DeLand since 2014, and has served as Slam Coordinator of both the Florida State Poets Association and the Creative Happiness Institute since 2015. In his work as slam coordinator, he has helped facilitate the dreams of countless poets and writers in representing DeLand and Central Florida in over two dozen regional and national poetry competitions and festivals. In 2022, the National Federation of State Poetry Societies appointed Kevin to its board as its first ever Performance Poetry Advocate. In that capacity he has helped organize several national and regional poetry events. Mr. Campbell is also serves as Vice-Chair of the African-American Museum of Arts of DeLand. Look for his newest poetry collection, Ruby and Blood and Salt, in the near future.