The El Cerrito Poet Laureate Literary Series will host a conversation between renowned poet and novelist Ishmael Reed and photographer Lewis Watts, centered on themes of place, identity, and creativity. Taking place on Saturday, the discussion will delve into their experiences of El Cerrito and the Bay Area, examining how these locations influence their artistic expressions. Reed and Watts aim to explore the broader connections between home, belonging, and the art they create, enhancing the understanding of their works in the context of community and identity.
In this discussion, Reid and Watts will explore how their various experiences shape their creative practices, particularly focusing on their unique perspectives of El Cerrito and the wider Bay Area.
The event aims to bring together different interpretations of home and identity through poetry and photography, with both artists delving into place-making in their work.
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