I think about my audience often. Since I am attempting to convey a moment in usually brief verse, I pay close attention to language. I understand that language and familiarity with certain images comes from the readers environment and surroundings. This is particularly important when thinking about my personal language and vocabulary and then the audience that will be hearing the work.

My presentation for John Hewitt International Festival is a mix of two cultures. The language and images used reflects this difference. I understand that in some ways the audience won’t be able to follow along without their smart phones, but in some ways I am okay with that.