Meet our May Artists and Poets!

Taste the local flavor, experience the local art. Featured this month, our menu shares the spotlight with talented artists and poets from our community. We are hosting an artist reception here on Sunday, May 17th at 5:00pm. 

Artist:

Rodrigo Mendoze-Cortissoz

Rodrigo Mendoza-Cortissoz is originally from the Caribbean city of Barranquilla, Colombia.  for 15 years a Sarasotan, he has affection for the vibrant parallel of the greater caribbean basin and the intertwined history of Florida.  His art reflects the power of  drawing, a lush palette of the tropics, and a blend of US and Hispanic heritage. Available for sale and commissions on instagram @mendozacortissozart

Poet:

Monika Hetzler Bio

Monika Hetzler is a Venice based poet and visual artist. Inspired and fueled by her love of storytelling and community building, Monika creates collage filled zines and leads poetry and storytelling mics throughout the city.

April Bourne

April Bourne is a retired cybersecurity professional and lifelong poet who has been writing since the age of sixteen. Service runs deep in her family — she, her husband, and all three of her grown children have worn a military uniform, with two of her children continuing to serve in the U.S. Army Reserves. When she’s not writing, April can be found traveling, cycling, walking in nature, or savoring time with family and friends.