A National Project: 50 Poets Laureates - 50 States ... Melida Rodas - New Jersey

Bio Nathalie Kalbach is a self-taught mixed media artist, writer, and advocate for historic preservation, whose vibrant works explore urban subject matter through a fusion of paint mediums and collage materials. Her unconventional path into the art world began as a sanctuary from her former role as a paralegal, where she discovered the transformative power of art as a means of storytelling and personal expression. Based in Jersey City, NJ, Nathalie's artistic journey has evol

A message from: Ivy Huang, Gallerist and Curator at IMUR Gallery IMUR Gallery is honored to join the Jersey City Poetry Festival and Reed Magazine as the visual arts component of this multidisciplinary platform. Rooted in a shared belief in community, dialogue, and creative exchange, this collaboration reflects IMUR’s commitment to supporting emerging voices—particularly youth artists ages 14–21—by providing space, mentorship, and real-world exposure. By integrating visual ar

Previous Partnerships: in ASBURY PARK, NJ Color & Light Festival and PolyOne : Founder / Creative Director: Shawn Emamjomehm Color & Light Festival: Poetic ZEN Garden - Projections & Light Design - Logistical Team Member: Melida Rodas 2025 PolyOne is a multidisciplinary art and entertainment platform with a mission to harness the power of blockchain technology and the creator economy for the greater good Seeking to redefine the role of digital art, PolyOne promises to donat

BIO: Justin Garcia is a versatile guitarist, composer, and songwriter based in Jersey City, New Jersey. A sought-after session musician, sideman, and collaborator, Justin has contributed his talents to numerous releases across a variety of genres. As a first-generation Cuban-American, his music reflects a rich cultural heritage, blending the vibrant rhythms of Cuban Surf, the dreamlike textures of World Psychedelia, and the heartfelt melodies of Bolero. Justin’s debut full-le