Loop station set at Tribal Vision Festival
Slinging poems at Gem & Jam in Tucson, AZ
Here’s a poem I wrote for a kind soul who invited me to get my picture taken at her photo booth.
Performing with my band the HeartBeats in Taos, NM, at Tribal Visions 2021.
Poems made-to-order at the Farmers’ Market
Loop station set at Tribal Visions Fest 2023
Typing at the market
Typing poems for kids with Circus Picnic at Old Settlers Music Fest 2018
Street poet-ing for the families.
Poet at Joshua Tree Music Fest 2019
I write custom poetry on a typewriter. I invite folks to give me a topic to turn into a poem. They receive a recitation of the finished work, and the original hard copy poem - the perfect memento to capture the event’s festivities: all in all, a uniquely interactive experience! 💌
3 reviews
Rachel W.
June 3, 2023Derrick exceeded expectations. Our group LOVED having him. He was great to communicate with, very professional and reliable.
Hired as: One Man Band
Derek, Typewriter Poet
Thank you Rachel! It was a pleasure and true blessing getting to play for the appreciative ears of such warm, welcoming company—and at your beautiful home in an absolutely epic canyon no less!
Rachel W.
May 30, 2023We loved having Derick, couldn't have been better!
Hired as: One Man Band
Derek, Typewriter Poet
Thank you, Rachel, for inviting me to your beautiful home to play music. I was feeling inspired, welcomed, and accommodated by all the good company. Feeling blessed for getting to share my songs to such appreciative ears and hearts. 5 stars to y’all!
Lahoma D.
June 6, 2021He was professional, arrived on time, and did a great job.
Hired as: Spoken Word Artist
Derek, Typewriter Poet
Truly a delight getting to write for this special occasion. Big thanks to Lahoma and Anne for having on board alongside the harp player and violinist. All the blessings to you and the fam!
Price range: $300-$1000
I have a minimal setup: table, chair, typewriter, and a sign welcoming folks to step right up and partake in the making of their very own poem. I take about 10min per poem, and about 5min to speak with the participant.
I’ve written poetry since my adolescent years. I’ve been writing songs, too, for over a decade now. Typewriter poetry came into my life about two years ago. It provides a means for me to connect with strangers, and a container for us to be playful or have a heart-to-heart. We often have a good laugh together, sometimes a good cry.
I’ve written poetry for all sorts of occasions: a business’s grand opening, festivals, cocktail parties, office parties, markets, weddings.
Saturday
House Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Whitewater, CO
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Austin, TX
Interactive Performer