Jory Mickelson in Conversation with Tami Haaland and Henrietta Goodman

Join us for an engaging discussion featuring Jory Mickelson, an award-winning poet, as they explore themes of desire, beauty, and history in their works. ✍️

In Picturing, Mickelson poetically melds the viewer with art, traversing through lines of longing and conquest. From the allure of Marilyn Monroe to the ethereal Icarus, these poems unveil a captivating blend of beauty and damage, leaving readers with a sense of connection and emotion.

🌟 Praise for Jory's Work:

“This is a book that sings and singes.” — Mattilda Bernstein Sycamore, author of The Freezer Door

About Jory Mickelson:
Living in Xwotʼqom / Bellingham, Jory Mickelson is known for their powerful poetic voice. With three published books, including Picturing (2025), All This Divide (2024), and Wilderness//Kingdom (2019), they are a celebrated figure in contemporary poetry. Currently an Open AiR MT resident at the Butte-Silver Bow Archives, they're deeply rooted in the history and landscapes of the Pacific Northwest.

📍 Location: 220 N Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT 59802-4435, United States

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