MOUTH OF THE MURAL
GOAL
This is an ekphrastic (i.e. visual art into words) event that unites visual, literary and performance artists with business owners in an effort to celebrate community, connection, and conversation.
MOTTO
“If a picture is worth a thousand words...
Let's find them!”
MOUTH OF THE MURAL 2021
MOUTH OF THE MURAL MONDAY'S
A LIVE SHOW HELD QUARTERLY | OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY | THE LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH
WALTER 'WALLY-B' JENNINGS
CO-CREATOR, HOST, POET
Walter “Wally B.” Jennings is an ordained minister, published poet, spoken word artist, MC/Host, instructor and strawberry Fruit Roll-Up enthusiast! A native of Tampa, FL, his poetical talents have allowed him to conduct over 1000 performances, workshops and mentorship sessions in the national spoken word community during his 20 year career.
Wally B. currently serves as a Poet Artist in Residence for Hillsborough County Schools and the Arts Council of Hillsborough County-reaching over 800 students and teachers per year.
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CHARMAINE 'CMAINE' JENNINGS
CO-CREATOR, HOST, POET
Charmaine "C-Maine" Jennings is a 20+year leader in education. A native of West Palm Beach, FL, she loves to encourage, coach and help children, families and educators alike to accomplish their academic and fine arts performance goals. Her love for fine arts is integrated within her professional and personal life. She is a writer, artist and champion for equity, culture, diversity and inclusion. She has designed and facilitated professional development and workshops for private organizations and K-12 public schools across county and state lines.
She enjoys volunteering for the Great American Teach-In and African American Read-In events in order to empower scholars, the community and beyond.
