Marie Metaphor

Marie Metaphor Specht is a multidisciplinary artist and poet living on the traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən speaking peoples. The vocabulary of the sea, the chlorophyll dialects of the forest and the anchor of this soil are integral to her work. Marie’s poetry has been published in anthologies and journals both in-print and online. In addition to her independent work, Marie has collaborated with musicians, film-makers and lighting technicians to create elaborate and often interactive works. She has performed at a wide variety of venues ranging from festivals and interdisciplinary arts events to literary events and poetry slams, and has been coaching youth poets for over a decade.
Whatever form her work takes, Marie leads with compassion as she composes moments of nourishing intimacy and connection. She believes in reckless acts of beauty. She believes in the power of stories shared.