Author: Kimberly A. Blanchette
Layers of Moments is Kimberly's first
publication. This book is a stunning
collection of some of her best poetry and
black & white photography. A must have
for anyone's book collection or coffee
table. Her poetry can be best described
as spiritual, intellectual, and daring. Her
photography is multi-dimensional; it is
soft and gentle yet hard and coarse.
She describes a black and white photo
as being "timeless."
publication. This book is a stunning
collection of some of her best poetry and
black & white photography. A must have
for anyone's book collection or coffee
table. Her poetry can be best described
as spiritual, intellectual, and daring. Her
photography is multi-dimensional; it is
soft and gentle yet hard and coarse.
She describes a black and white photo
as being "timeless."
Public Speaker: Kimberly A. Blanchette
Artist: Kimberly A. Blanchette
The art you will see from Kimberly will almost always be in the form of her
black and white photography or her poetry. She has also designed a cartoon
bee logo, inspired by her poem "Fellow Bee," that is copy written and being
used in our new clothing line. In addition to writing poetry she has also written
an action-fantasy screen play titled Rosenstone. Kimberly, in the past, has
performed as an actress and a comedian. In her spare time she enjoys
painting and creating edible masterpieces.
black and white photography or her poetry. She has also designed a cartoon
bee logo, inspired by her poem "Fellow Bee," that is copy written and being
used in our new clothing line. In addition to writing poetry she has also written
an action-fantasy screen play titled Rosenstone. Kimberly, in the past, has
performed as an actress and a comedian. In her spare time she enjoys
painting and creating edible masterpieces.
| Layers of Moments |
| Kimberly A. Blanchette |
Author - Public Speaker - Artist
Kimberly has a wide variety of knowledge on many different subjects which compels her to share her
knowledge and experience in order to help others. Her passion for life is clearly expressed through
her actions.
Right now she is offering a series of special poetry workshops in addition to her Layers of Moments
Presentation.
For more information about these workshops visit the Workshops/FBS page.
knowledge and experience in order to help others. Her passion for life is clearly expressed through
her actions.
Right now she is offering a series of special poetry workshops in addition to her Layers of Moments
Presentation.
For more information about these workshops visit the Workshops/FBS page.
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| Kimberly A. Blanchette Biography |
Creative Background:
It is important to know that Kimberly
places God first her life, crediting Him
with her talents and skills. She has been
writing poetry for over 20 years. Her
zesty appreciation for all things
Shakespeare opened up an opportunity
for her to perform on a cable poetry
special in 1996. In addition to that, she
played a lead role on a cable soap
opera, titled True to Desire, filmed out of
Milwaukee, WI in 1996. She is an
approachable, seasoned, diverse
woman who enjoys all of what life has to
offer.
places God first her life, crediting Him
with her talents and skills. She has been
writing poetry for over 20 years. Her
zesty appreciation for all things
Shakespeare opened up an opportunity
for her to perform on a cable poetry
special in 1996. In addition to that, she
played a lead role on a cable soap
opera, titled True to Desire, filmed out of
Milwaukee, WI in 1996. She is an
approachable, seasoned, diverse
woman who enjoys all of what life has to
offer.
Professional Background:
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Philosophy from University of Wisconsin - Parkside, Kenosha, WI
Human Resources Management from Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI
Associate Degree from Lake County College, Grayslake, IL
Human Resources Management from Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee, WI
Associate Degree from Lake County College, Grayslake, IL
Other Artistic Adventures, Performances, Merits & Awards:
- Board member of Janesville's SpotLight on Kids. In 2006 and 2007 directed the Halloween
Walk at Rotary Gardens and will be again this year.
- Teaches acting and other classes for SpotLight on Kids in Janesville.
- Creator of The Fellow Bee Society (est. May 2007).
- Presenter in 2006 for the Wisconsin Writers Conference at the University of
Wisconsin-Baraboo/Sauk County and the Fine Arts Festival in Milton, WI.
- Presenter in 2007 at the Alphabet Soup (MGLBTACC) Conference in Minneapolis, MN, and
for the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater Impact organization.
- Has performed at Books & Brew in Milton; Hedberg Public Library (also televised-April
2007), Book World and the Senior Center in Janesville; The SweetSpot in Whitewater; Barnes
& Noble, A Room of One's Own, Avol's Bookstore, Mother Fool's, and Café ZuZu in Madison;
The Village Booksmith in Baraboo, and other venues and private parties.
- Panache Magazine featured an article about Kimberly, Spring 2008 issue
- Poem titled Loosen Your Tongue was accepted into the 2009 Wisconsin Poet's Calendar
- Performed/Panel Reading at WisCon 32, May 26th, 2008. Collaborative reading with 3 other
authors at the world's largest feminist science fiction convention. (www.wiscon.info)
Walk at Rotary Gardens and will be again this year.
- Teaches acting and other classes for SpotLight on Kids in Janesville.
- Creator of The Fellow Bee Society (est. May 2007).
- Presenter in 2006 for the Wisconsin Writers Conference at the University of
Wisconsin-Baraboo/Sauk County and the Fine Arts Festival in Milton, WI.
- Presenter in 2007 at the Alphabet Soup (MGLBTACC) Conference in Minneapolis, MN, and
for the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater Impact organization.
- Has performed at Books & Brew in Milton; Hedberg Public Library (also televised-April
2007), Book World and the Senior Center in Janesville; The SweetSpot in Whitewater; Barnes
& Noble, A Room of One's Own, Avol's Bookstore, Mother Fool's, and Café ZuZu in Madison;
The Village Booksmith in Baraboo, and other venues and private parties.
- Panache Magazine featured an article about Kimberly, Spring 2008 issue
- Poem titled Loosen Your Tongue was accepted into the 2009 Wisconsin Poet's Calendar
- Performed/Panel Reading at WisCon 32, May 26th, 2008. Collaborative reading with 3 other
authors at the world's largest feminist science fiction convention. (www.wiscon.info)
| Photo taken by Scott A. Hartman |
| A few samples of Kimberly's poetry can be found at Book That Poet, bookthatpoet.com or the Wisconsin Fellowship of Poets website. Here is a link to her poet page at the WFOP website: Kimberly's Poet Page |
Photographer - Activist - Poet
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about Kimberly. If you go to another
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| Latest News |
4/12/08
Panache Magazine featured
an article about Kimberly
titled Minding the Spirit. To
read the article click here
an article about Kimberly
titled Minding the Spirit. To
read the article click here
3/6/08
We are working on
production of a new audio cd
of Kimberly's poetry. It will be
titled All Natural and it should
be released late Summer
early Fall. Support our
environment and "go green."
production of a new audio cd
of Kimberly's poetry. It will be
titled All Natural and it should
be released late Summer
early Fall. Support our
environment and "go green."
1/3/08
Currently holding a fund
raiser for Jacqueline
MacPherson. Jacquie has
been a friend of Colleen's
since childhood. Jacquie has
been struggling for years with
medical problems. Her
medical issues have gotten
so bad that she cannot work
or live a normal daily life.
Many benefits have been
denied and her family is
currently seeking help from
the Iowa legislature. Please
join us in helping the
MacPherson family. Visit the
Store. Or contact us to make
a donation. MacPherson
Family
raiser for Jacqueline
MacPherson. Jacquie has
been a friend of Colleen's
since childhood. Jacquie has
been struggling for years with
medical problems. Her
medical issues have gotten
so bad that she cannot work
or live a normal daily life.
Many benefits have been
denied and her family is
currently seeking help from
the Iowa legislature. Please
join us in helping the
MacPherson family. Visit the
Store. Or contact us to make
a donation. MacPherson
Family
12/23/07
The Fellow Bee Society is
proud to present "Poetry for a
Purpose" events. Several
times a year we will be
affiliated with humanitarian
causes. We will be giving
back to the community
through fundraisers and
other events to promote
peace and harmony and
awareness of cultural
diversity. Still not a member
of the Fellow Bee Society?
Click here FBS
proud to present "Poetry for a
Purpose" events. Several
times a year we will be
affiliated with humanitarian
causes. We will be giving
back to the community
through fundraisers and
other events to promote
peace and harmony and
awareness of cultural
diversity. Still not a member
of the Fellow Bee Society?
Click here FBS
09/23/07
The Fellow Bee Society
attended the 29th annual
Walden West Festival and had a
terrific time. Keep August
Derleth's memory alive and
keep reading his work! Join the
August Derleth Society at
derleth.org.
attended the 29th annual
Walden West Festival and had a
terrific time. Keep August
Derleth's memory alive and
keep reading his work! Join the
August Derleth Society at
derleth.org.
6/28/2007
The t-shirts are here and
ready for sale. Boy are they
cute!!!! Check them out at the
Store. Store
ready for sale. Boy are they
cute!!!! Check them out at the
Store. Store
4/12/2007
Kimberly's reading at the
Janesville library will be
televised on Janesville's
cable access channel 12
(JATV) on April 21st and 22nd
at noon, 5pm, and 10pm.
Reruns will be scheduled. It
can also be checked out
directly from the library 811.54
Janesville library will be
televised on Janesville's
cable access channel 12
(JATV) on April 21st and 22nd
at noon, 5pm, and 10pm.
Reruns will be scheduled. It
can also be checked out
directly from the library 811.54
2/24/2007
We have added Coffee
House Reviews to our
website.
House Reviews to our
website.
2/18/2007
Kimberly had a wonderful
time at Alphabet Soup in
Minneapolis, MN. Her
workshop was a success.
time at Alphabet Soup in
Minneapolis, MN. Her
workshop was a success.
2/15/2007
Jim Cox and Margaret Lane
of Midwest Book Review gave
Layers of Moments a
favorable review. The review
will be published in March.
(more details to follow)
of Midwest Book Review gave
Layers of Moments a
favorable review. The review
will be published in March.
(more details to follow)
08/13/2006
Layers of Moments begins...
8/24/08
Listen to WORT 89.9 FM on
Thursday Sept 18 from
7-7:30 p.m. Kimberly will be
on Radio Literature.
Thursday Sept 18 from
7-7:30 p.m. Kimberly will be
on Radio Literature.