María Fernanda (she/hers) writes and presents poetry. Her poems explore the intimacy of sisterhood, the anchor of intergenerational coexistence, and grief.
you and i, sistering
we are lightning
across the evening
[forthcoming, 2027]
my silence, an orb weaver’s silk
cocooning my throat
[Weekly Poem, dial 1-855-POEMRX2]
Where We At! series
A series of in-gallery experiences, crafted by María Fernanda, debuted at The National Gallery of Art. Located in Gallery 77 as part of the Gallery’s exhibition Photography and the Black Arts Movement, 1955–1985, participants were invited to write poems and learn about the Black Arts Movement. The title of this program is directly inspired by Black Women Artists Inc.’s name and call, “Where We At!” (circa 1971).
honoring nikki series
This initiative finds its shape in the form of workshops, lectures, and readings honoring Nikki Giovanni’s presence in DC. Readings include curated artist and open mic readers/performers to widen the lens in which we remember.
