LindoYes
A dyslexic spoken word poet from Philadelphia, LindoYes centers Black existence, mental health, and fantasy/sci-fi themes in his work across poetry, animation, theater, and visual projects. His practice expands the boundaries of spoken word into multimedia formats and interactive experiences. He is the recipient of the 2023 Jackie Robinson Award by Color of Change and the 2023 "Change Maker" award by Uptown Standards. His graphic novel *Pawnshop*, a sci-fi/fantasy anthology on mental health set in Philadelphia, was released in December 2024.
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Jesse Rinyu
A Philadelphia-based woodworker and designer with over twenty years of experience in graphic design, web design, print production, and industrial-scale installations for museums and trade shows. During the pandemic, Rinyu established a woodshop dedicated to furniture, instruments, and custom fabrication. His current practice centers music and woodworking, blending craft with functional and sculptural design.
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Jennifer Eckenrode
A craft artist who specializes in creating walnut shell capsules for this project, combining traditional material work with poetic function.
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