Exploring the people behind the talent is what we’re all about and it’s a pleasure to add the wonderful Maia Watkins to our creative roster. The actor, poet, reiki and sound practitioner has turned tragedy into triumph after suffering a brain haemorrhage in 2022. Poetry has become her healing outlet ever since and she has shared her story to inspire others that have gone through similar experiences. Before taking over poetry stages across London, Maia focused her efforts on her acting career which included theatre, TV, film, and voice over work. She realised the monologues she would recite at competitions and events sounded much like poetry, and the feedback she received from audiences confirmed it. Maia won the Triforce Promotions Monologue Slam three times which allowed her to perform at venues such as Rich Mix and Theatre Royal Stratford East. Winners would receive prizes such as acting jobs, free headshots, and agent support. Winning the Monologue Slam three times really helped launch my career in acting and performing. Whilst working with young people in schools, prisons, PRU’s and youth centres, Maia worked with a charity called CHIVA who support the health and wellbeing of young people living with HIV. The young people spoke about their experiences growing up with HIV and this was then translated into a poetry film as a therapeutic outlet to express themselves safely and to ensure their voices were heard. You can watch the short film here. Working with young people has always been a passion of mine. I’ve worked with youth from marginalised backgrounds to help create safe spaces for expression and healing. After falling seriously ill in 2022, Maia faced a long road to recovery. Her acting career was on pause and she turned towards writing affirmational poetry, learning reiki, and sound healing to aid her rehabilitation. As she went through the process of re-building her confidence, Maia began to perform at local open mic nights including our beloved Wordplay & Flow Live event in Queens Park. Last year she scooped our Best Female Spoken Word Artist award at the Wordplay Awards, and she has recently published her poetry collection, The Dressing Gown Poet: Life. Loss. Love. Her book covers themes such as gratitude, but also touches upon sensitive subjects such as violence, Grenfell, and loss. Maia turned her ‘Surviving a Brain Haemorrhage’ poem into a short poetry film with the aim of raising awareness about brain injuries and inspiring others using her own experience. Her sold-out screening at the Everyman Cinema in Maida Vale raised much needed funds and awareness for the SameYou charity. Her latest screening was at the Rapport Film Festival at the Ritzy Picturehouse in Brixton. The festival focuses on arts created by African diaspora practitioners and artists by giving them a platform to celebrate their work. You can purchase The Dressing Gown Poet: Life. Loss. Love. here and get an exclusive reading session from Maia at our upcoming Wordplay & Flow Live event on the 15th of July. To find out more about Maia’s work and screenings for Surviving a Brain Haemorrhage you can find her website here. Creative Director: Tannika Taylor Photographer: Tannika Taylor Editor: Shariar Graphic Design: Torrin Westerman
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Exploring the Creative Aura of Deborah Conteh
When we talk about the aura of an individual when they enter a room we have to talk about the stunning Deborah Conteh. The creative and poet scooped our Best Spoken Word Newcomer award at last year’s Wordplay Awards with her heartfelt piece ‘I’m From’, and has been inspiring young Black girls to own their stunning aura’s too. Her entrance into the writing world started at a young age where she would write stories, however what really sparked her love for poetry was a crush on a guy that also wrote poetry. Whilst she worked on trying to impress her new love interest she found that writing poetry was an art she wanted to take seriously for herself. As she became older Deborah’s experiences as a young Black girl in school became a common theme for her later writings. I’ve also been inspired a lot by the church and my faith. Practicing dictation was a form of expression for me. By day, Deborah works in a prison delivering creative courses and teaching podcasting. Prisoners are able to get involved in arts such as photography and music whilst building a foundation for future rehabilitation. Recently the wordsmith has discovered the immense pressure that comes with writing and performing poetry at weddings. Expressing the emotion of love and romance through poetry is how Deborah fell into her craft and it is wonderful to see her tap into those themes again in a unique way for others. I would have to say one of my proudest achievements is performing at my managers wedding; that I was trusted with their special day. Deborah recently launched her new initiative, Little Girl Big Dreams, which aims to recognise the barriers that young Black girls face in society and encourage participants to explore their identity in unique ways. With a strong focus on practical and creative skill-building, Deborah has designed a series of workshops that aid in the development of self-confidence, communication, and public speaking. As part of the initiative, Deborah facilitated her sold out exhibition for 14-15 year old girls that showcased images and letters that they wrote to their younger and older selves. Held at the FirePit Art Gallery, the success of Little Girl Big Dreams shows that creativity can build culture and culture can build community. We look forward to seeing what is next for Deborah Conteh and you should feel the same. Creative Direction: Tannika Taylor Photographer: Tannika Taylor Editor: Shariar Graphic Design: Torrin Westerman
Talking Love and Poetry With Tifany Marsah
Some may say that love is a losing game but for spoken word artist Tifany Marsah, it was the door that opened her up to her love of poetry. Ending her first relationship aged 18 inspired her to write a four page letter as a release for her feelings. Inspired by genuine life experiences, culture, and self-love, Tifany has used words to express who she is and her interpretations of the world around her. Believing that she was never that good at English, Tifany is surprised that she has become the wordsmith that she is today. When she fell in love for real at the age of 19 she began to write poetry in the form of affirmations before moving on to take her art form to a new level. I used poetry as a love language for everything I couldn’t say out loud. The moment I realised poetry was God given to me is after my first break up. Tifany successfully applied for BBC’s Words First in 2021 and became a published poet when her work featured in We Are Soul’s, ILE WA, meaning home in Yoruba. Tifany was published for a second time as a part of the collective JAPA FIRE anthology: Forced Migration and The Arts. Last year she scooped the Best Spoken Word Performance award at the Wordplay Awards for her mesmerising piece, Malcoloniafised, and has been gracing new stages ever since. Besides being booked and busy, Tifany has partnered with fellow poet, Solomon Prempeh to host a one-off event dedicated to the theme of love called The Language of Roses. Her passion for poetry is evident every time she performs and it has been incredible to witness her provide a platform for others to do the same. I would love to collaborate more with other creatives. I’m really inspired by Solomon the Wizard. I think he is an amazing artist. Tifany recently headlined a new event called Double or Nothing and is focused on elevating her creative practice whilst enjoying what she loves. To keep up with her latest work and future events you can find all things poetic here. Creative Direction: Tannika Taylor Photographer: Tannika Taylor Editor: Shariar Graphic Design: Torrin Westerman
Discovering The Power Of Words With Joseph Roberts
We had the pleasure of catching up with the emerging talent taking spoken word to new levels, Joseph Roberts. The literary teen has made quite the impact in London after winning Best Spoken Word Newcomer at our Wordplay Awards last year. His superb visuals and relatable words have made Joseph one of the most captivating poets the London scene has come across in a long time. The artists passion for poetry began in sixth form when he was asked to perform at an assembly. This experience gave him his first taste of performing live and he hasn’t looked back since. At the age of 16, Joseph realised he wanted to take poetry and performing seriously as a career. He began investing in his creative practice by writing more, studying the greats before him such as Suli Breaks, and networking at different open mic events. Last year, Joseph took home our Best Spoken Word Newcomer award at the Wordplay Awards and was nominated for Best Male Spoken Word Poet at this years celebrations. His incredible piece V.I.P is what first landed him on our radar and his latest release ‘Luggage’ has landed a spot on the Voices in Power Instagram page with over 100K followers. Being a Liverpool based poet penetrating the mainstream London arts scene hasn’t intimidated Joseph in any way. Over the last year his focus has been to build on his performance style and become one of the greats himself. I like to consider my style of poetry genuine, real, and accessible. Joseph Roberts Poetry is not only an emotional outlet for Joseph but a way to inspire those around him in unique ways. As he performed more often it wasn’t long before schools were contacting him to connect with students through his work. He has worked with various educational bodies including Everton school, St Bedes secondary school, St Vincent’s school for the blind, and many more. When asked what advice he would give to those that want to establish a career as a poet he said: You have to be ruthless. You have to be persistent, know who you are, and know your worth. Joseph Roberts Joseph plans to continue producing new work and securing commissions from organisations that want to engage their students and audiences through spoken word. Very confident in his abilities to excel, the creative has big ambitions for the future. I want to become a member of the Recording Academy and one day win a Grammy for spoken word. Joseph Roberts There is always something in the works when it comes to Joseph Roberts. His profound work ethic has landed him opportunities that many established poets are yet to achieve. He plans to continue recording new poetry material and release new visuals that we know are going to be a hit with audiences due to the high creative quality he produces. The artist is relentlessly working towards becoming a prominent name in the world of spoken word poetry and we’re looking forward to seeing what’s next. Creative Director/Writer: Tannika Taylor @tannikataylor Photographer: Seun Sontana @seunsontana Cover Design: Simplexity Creative Counsel @simplexitycc
Speaking Visions into Existence with Swvrthy
We love great conversations here at Wordplay & Flow so we had to connect with the one and only SWVrthy. Also known as Spoken With Vision, SWVthy is a London based poet who has a magical way with words and effortless one-liners that will have you laughing for days. The writer takes pride in his slick wordplay and flows that have made him a household name on the London arts and culture circuit. We unpack how it all began and where it’s heading for the brilliant SWVrthy. Involved in the arts from a young age, SWVrthy participated in community work when he was 15 years old. The organisation’s focus was to tackle knife crime and this inspired him to start writing about subjects that were most meaningful to him. Movies such as Freedom Writers along with hip-hop added to his motivation to write more and eventually take the step towards performing in front of an audience. Over time I started to unpack different memories through writing. Movies, rap, and hip-hop all encouraged me to write and rhyme. SWVrthy SWVrthy has always had a love for being on stage. He started with school plays and dance as a teenager before an injury forced him to direct his creative outlet elsewhere. Drama monologues were a favourite until he realised that it wasn’t so different from spoken word. SWVrthy produced a monologue fused with poetry for the Big Deal showcase as a part of Studio 3 Arts which was the catalyst for his development as a formidable wordsmith. Performing from a young age has helped me eliminate the fears associated with having all eyes on me. SWVrthy After a spell living out of London, SWVrthy returned in 2019 to his first headline before the pandemic hit. Once lockdown lifted he made it clear that nothing was going to stop him from being heard. He featured at as many live poetry events as possible and secured headline sets at prominent spots like Poetivity, Poetic Unity, and Luna Legacy to name a few. Describing his style of work as abstract, he let’s us know what this means to him: The beauty of my abstract work is that it is created when I’m most present. It allows me to express thoughts, beliefs, values, and emotions without restraint. SWVrthy Outside of writing and performing, SWVrthy is a passionate painter and art lover. Just like his monologues and poetry, his artistic style is abstract, leaving the viewer to make their own interpretations of what they see. This fits in perfectly with the Master Arts event that he will be launching which will combine a masterclass and exhibition for an immersive experience. The creative is also working on his debut book called ‘Poetical Violence’ which will act as a blueprint of his growth for his future generations. The book will give insight into the physical, mental, and emotional battles that SWVrthy has survived to become the artist he is today. I master peace like Pac by taking you on a journey that allows you to witness a blossom in a concrete jungle. SWVrthy Creative Director/Writer: Tannika Taylor @tannikataylor Photographer: Seun Sontan @seunsontana Cover Design: Simplexity Creative Counsel: @simplexitycc
Princess Latifah Talks Going Viral, Motherhood, and Poetry
Making her TV debut for BET after her debut poem, ‘Pretty For A Darkskin’ was released in 2017, Princess Latifah has made her mark as a spoken word artist to watch out for. Although her talents have been with her from a young age, the artist and mother of two has found a new perspective on what it’s like to create and to be a creative. As many poets do, Latifah has always found writing a therapeutic outlet. What started as a personal hobby eventually turned into a practice where she enjoyed writing for the world. When I needed a plaster, there was poetry. Call it poetual healing. Princess Latifah Although she still mostly writes for herself, Latifah explores different layers of life when it comes to her work. She writes to study the inner realms of her being which allows her to maintain and sustain her sense of freedom. Her writings touch upon themes such as feminism, empowerment, and the many controversies that plague todays society. When it comes to being a mother, Latifah shared that it hasn’t come without its challenges but it hasn’t stopped her from being who she’s always been. Performing has always been engrained in her personality and becoming a mother has added a new element of joy to the process. Becoming a mother added new feathers to my wings. I gained more inspiration, more passion, more love, and more perspective. Princess Latifah A helpful note that Latifah shared for those who are both mothers and performers is to not juggle, just be. Don’t force it or fight it. Creativity is actually a spiritual thing. We ourselves are a creation, and not only do we birth babies, we birth words and ideas too. Neither of these can be rushed. Creation is sacred. Princess Latifah Princess Latifah was nominated for Best Spoken Word Newcomer at our Wordplay Awards earlier this Summer for her Nicola Adams poem commissioned by BT Sport after her first ever piece ‘Pretty For A Darkskin’ went viral. These were extremely memorable moments for the poet which set her on the creative journey she’s on today. My headline set for Mind Over Matter was one to remember because I was heavily pregnant. I remember it all though. It’s all special, even being interviewed for Wordplay & Flow. Princess Latifah As the year draws to a close and a new one approaches we explored what Princess Latifah has in the works moving forward. She will be releasing her debut single; a musical spoken word piece that she wrote and recorded when she was pregnant with her daughter. It gives me all the feels. Powerful poetry, soft soulful vocals, and beautiful music. It’s the loveliest combination. Princess Latifah Without giving too much away, Latifah shared that the new track will be released in November followed by visuals she can’t wait for all to see. The track will be part of an EP released in 2024 and we have no doubt that it will be a hit among her audience and beyond. Until then, you will surely want to catch this powerhouse headlining a stage near you sooner rather than later. Watch ‘Pretty For A Darkskin’ here. Creative Director & Writer: Tannika Taylor @tanniktaylor Photographer: Seun Sontan @seunsontana Cover Design: Simplexity Creative Counsel @simplexitycc
Spencer Mason Talks Where It All Began and The Fox & The Butterfly
Our Flow Feature series continues with the incredible poet and artist, Spencer Mason. The two time Wordplay Award nominee has made a heartfelt impression on the London circuit despite calling Scotland home. Their journey as a creative has been an eventful roller coaster over the years as they draw upon personal experiences with mental health and life to produce some of the most moving musical spoken word projects that have graced our platform. Formally known as Ghoststory, Spencer flirted with spoken word for the first time through their involvement in the Ignition Project which consisted of 12 creatives from across the UK tasked with developing a show from scratch in five days. The initiative exposed them to theatre and team bonding which built on the acting experience they gained in college. They later started a band with some friends, however due to Covid, the band decided to go their separate ways Both arts were organic discoveries and I enjoyed putting them both together. Spencer Mason Spencer Mason has made a statement with his musical spoken word projects ‘These Branches’ and ‘The Fox & The Butterfly’, with the latter being unreleased but still gaining a nomination for Best Musical Spoken Word Project at this year’s Wordplay Awards. Funding by Help Musicians allowed them to rebrand and focus on delivering the music that they wanted people to hear. These Branches was the first offering of myself as Spencer Mason and not Ghoststory. Spencer Mason The Fox & The Butterfly was long in the making before the release of These Branches and we’re looking forward to the highly anticipated drop towards next month. Initially meant to be an EP, Spencer decided to do a full album that explores how different mediums of creativity can co-exist together. My fuel for creating projects is being able to get inspired by anything and everything. It’s good because I always have something to write about but it’s bad because I can go off tangent and have 12 genres on one project. Spencer Mason It will be a full circle moment when Spencer is back in London to get involved in the Ignition Project that first exposed them to the art of spoken word poetry. Their latest project, The Fox and The Butterfly will be released on the 27th October before the artist headlines Glasgow on the 29th October with an exciting line-up to be announced. Outside of the music world, Spencer will be heading to India in 2024 for a yoga qualification and some well deserved self-care. They have multiple novels in the works that link to their musical spoken word projects, and we’re sure they’ll be hitting some of the biggest stages across the UK as people are exposed to their raw, authentic talent. You can stream ‘These Branches’ now on all major platforms including YouTube and Spotify. Creative Director/Writer: Tannika Taylor @tannikataylor Photographer: Seun Sontan @seunsontana Cover Design: SCC @simplexitycc
How Groove Verse Bring Live Jazz & Spoken Word To Life
With so many poetry and open mic night events blossoming in London it can be easy to think that the scene has become over-saturated. This may be the case for some but the iconic event, Groove Verse, says otherwise. Ran by organisers Henry Beckwith and James Booth, this duo has curated one of the most beautiful spaces that fuses live improvised jazz with spoken word. They have raised the bar when it comes to providing entertainment through artistic expression, and people can’t get enough. Groove Verse have been supporting both musicians and poets since their inception in 2021. Fast forward to 2023, they have sold out over 13 shows in their home venue, Toulouse Latrec, and collaborated with some of the best creatives London has to offer. The duo have found the perfect balance between improvised jazz and spoken word that has inspired many to take their art one step further. What really makes this event so special is the range of opportunities that they provide for musicians. Their diverse team include drummers, bass players, and pianists that accompany poets on stage as they recite their stories. We’re unashamedly trying to mainstream spoken word. Groove Verse’s aim is growth and music is the key to that. Henry Beckwith aka Ted Temple – Groove Verse The process behind the launch of Groove Verse was a simple one. Henry and James felt as if the art of spoken word wasn’t as appreciated as it should be. In the US, spoken word holds a higher level of popularity compared to the UK and the duo wanted to bridge that gap. Surrounded by many talented musicians, it was a no-brainer to incorporate both arts together to create an experience that people keep coming back for. To go to America and host a show would be one of the greatest things for Groove Verse. It would prove our mission to be successful and we would be representing the talent of the UK spoken word and jazz scene. James Booth – Groove Verse After a successful run of London events the Groove Verse team is looking to expand its reach to new cities whilst giving new and established musicians more opportunities to perform live. They have already taken Manchester by storm, hosting an epic event at the Band on the Wall, and they have been featured on BBC Radio Manchester for the electric energy that they’ve introduced to the city. They have plans to take to the stage in Bristol and potentially set up another space in London. Spoken word has become more widespread over recent years and Groove Verse aims to pave the way for more creatives to gain mainstream opportunities within the art through events and quality content creation for their performers. We enjoy spreading the word of spoken word by combining it with the best talent on the London jazz scene. James Booth – Groove Verse Featuring at the Farrago Festival at Brixton Jamm on the 23rd July, Groove Verse is back to doing what they do best with their live band and a great line-up of talented poets. Their previous features have included Manchester based poets Skittles, Griot Gabriel, and others such as Myndstate and Temi Spoken Word. They will be back in Toulouse Lautrec for their regular Groove Verse event on the 26th July which will be headlined by the brilliant Nego True. Four poets will compete in an audience vote for the chance to headline their next London show; a clever incentive for the spoken word artists that want to try something new. Tickets to both events are out now. Creative Director & Writer: Tannika Taylor – @tannikataylor Photographer: Seun Sontan – @seunsontana Groove Verse Team: Henry Beckwith aka Ted Temple – @tedtemple_ James Booth – @jmsbth
Catch A Vibe With VERSES Poetry
The year has been a great one so far for the London poetry scene. Events are bigger and better than ever and we had the opportunity to catch up with the trio behind London based event VERSES. Jak, Nathan, and Nash have created a wonderful space over the years that has seen many poets grace their stages across a variety of London based venues. Now they’re taking the formidable Roundhouse by storm this Summer and we had to get the inside scoop on why they love what they do. The VERSES team launched their first poetry event in 2018. What they believed would be a one off gig has now turned into one of the most popular nights for poetry lovers in London. Nathan and Jak were both youth workers at the time, with Nash working within the hospitality sector when the idea to create a safe space for people to express came over a few drinks at a local pub. As creatives, we all know a great plan can hit at any time and what started as an idea was then turned into a reality. After that first leap of faith the rest was history. Providing a safe space and a platform for creatives and poets is really important to me. We hope that VERSES has become that space. Jak – Verses Team When the pandemic hit, the momentum certainly slowed down, we had a regular night every two months and a summer special planned for 2020 and that all had to be cancelled. We were lucky enough to run two online events, platforming and showcasing over 20 poets but pursuing our efforts in an online world was tricky. We love the physical emotions and feelings of our events and that was hard to translate to a Zoom call. The biggest challenge for us is curating our line ups as there are so many amazing and talented people we want to put on! I love the quote by Adrian Mitchell that is ‘Most people ignore most poetry because most poetry ignores most people.’ – essentially the arts and spoken word need to be inclusive and accessible in order to achieve engagement and participation. Nathan – Verses Team In collaboration with The Last Word Festival, VERSES has a stellar line-up for their upcoming Roundhouse takeover on the 13th June featuring Woodzy, Caitlin O’Ryan, and Repeat Beat Poet. Staying true to their ethos of facilitating inclusive events,they will still have a number of open mic slots available on the night. This gives new and established poets and creatives a great opportunity to perform at one of the best arts venues in the city. This surely isn’t one to be missed. I started performing 10 years ago at ‘Spoken Word London’ regularly. While I don’t create much poetry now, VERSES is a place where I can facilitate the journey for others. Nash – Verses Team With the art of spoken word becoming more prominent both in London and beyond we think it’s important to shed light on the people behind the events that are helping this art grow. Jak, Nathan, and Nash fuse their quirky personalities with the joy of expression which has taken them from a one-off event to a curated event at the Roundhouse. VERSES have made a positive impact in the lives of many creatives that share their words to be heard, and we’re always here for positive vibes. We look forward to seeing what’s next for this talented trio on their VERSES journey. Be sure to follow them and see what the hype is about for yourself. Credits: Creative Director: Tannika Taylor – @tannikataylor Writer: Tannika Taylor – @tannikataylor Photographer: Seun Sontana – @seunsontana Verses Team: Jak – @jak_th Nathan – @natz1990 Nash – @nash_ldn
A Deep Dive into the Mind and Matter of Fisky
We are honoured to end our Flow Features 2022 series with the formidable Fisky. If there is one spoken word artist that has shown consistency across multiple art forms over the years that has inspired so many new and established poets, it’s this artist right here. We had to round off with this powerhouse who has elevated the spoken word community and cemented his name in modern spoken word history. Who is the man behind the words? Fisky has been writing from a young age like many poets, but school was a memorable turning point when his first poem was published at the age of 12. He continued writing on and off until the age of 16 when his mother passed away from cancer and his struggles with mental health began. I continued to lose people throughout my life and I couldn’t turn to anyone about it so I turned to writing. I found my love for hip-hop around the same time. Fisky Although Fisky didn’t think his initial writings were the standard that he wanted them to be, after university he and a friend started to experiment with music which inspired him to take the craft further. He released his album ’10 Years’ in 2014 which was filled with themes based around certain experiences that he felt like he couldn’t talk about between the ages of 16-26. The album did well among his audience, but creating music wasn’t enough to fill the internal void that he was feeling. He needed more. How did Mind Over Matter become a reality? There came a time in Fisky’s life where he could barely recognise himself. Seeking help through therapy proved to be disappointing and the creative found himself tired of the way he was living. At the age of 36 he launched Mind Over Matter; a poetry and multi-genre event that has encouraged many poets to do amazing things with spoken word or their chosen art form. Fisky launched the event to help himself during what he considers one of the lowest points of his life. Little did he know that after launching his first event in collaboration with the Mind Charity, Mind Over Matter would become a crucial stem of the arts and culture community that promotes mental health through expression. I’ve never really wanted to write but I always felt like I needed to. Fisky Mind Over Matter have since hosted events across London including Balham, Camden, Brixton, Hackney and Shoreditch which have inspired hundreds of poets to perform their work and develop their skills. He has had the opportunity to work in Melbourne, collaborate with Ted X, and expand his platform by hosting events in Manchester, Birmingham, and Northampton. The expansion has bridged a gap between the blossoming London poetry community and brilliant poets based outside of the capital. What inspired your latest project ‘Cheaper Than Therapy’? Fisky released his most recent project ‘Cheaper Than Therapy’ earlier this year whilst running his series of poetry events. The project took longer to produce due to mental health struggles he was experiencing along the way, but once released it was received with the utmost praise from his creative audience. Feeling as if many people have minimised his feelings about his grief and depression, Fisky has relied heavily on expressing himself through words to provide him with a form of therapy that works for him. I write because therapy let me down. I’m not saying that writing fixes everything, but when it comes to grief and addiction, it works. Regardless of the ‘is poetry therapy?’ non-debate. I’m living proof that it is. Fisky It is not uncommon for creatives to use their personal experiences as a basis for their work. The way Fisky is able to share some of his darkest moments in a beautiful way is only one of the reasons that makes him exceptional at what he does. When asked if he would change anything about what he’s been through he responded: Nothing. Without all the depression and challenging experiences, MoM wouldn’t exist and I’d probably be dead. Out of all that sadness, misery, and chaos, the purpose I was always missing was born. Fisky Cheaper Than Therapy (2022) What can we expect to see in 2023? Mind Over Matter events will return to its usual spaces based in Brixton, Shoreditch, and Manchester starting from February 2023. The platforms creative and psychotherapeautic workshop ‘Connect’ will continue every 1st, 3rd, and last Monday of the month online facilitated by their Resident Psychotherapist, Anna Sinski. With hopes to start delivering workshops live in the near future, we know there is a lot more to look forward to from this staple of the arts community and the great mind behind it. Creative Director & Writer: Tannika Taylor @tannikataylor Photographer: Matty @mattys.gallery Cover Design: Simplexcity Creative Council @simpelexcitycc