the sidewalk scribe
On-the-Spot Typewriter Poetry
the sidewalk scribe
On-the-Spot Typewriter Poetry
I'm Vinski Valos, aka the Sidewalk Scribe, a typing storyteller and language acrobat.
I take my citric-yellow typewriter to events, rooftops, and markets and transform my encounters with people into improvised poetry.
On-the-Spot Poetry and Workshops
at events
I love to write at parties, festivals, weddings, and events of all stripes.
I have given poetry writing and improvisation workshops at different events for various groups.
2024 Based in Helsinki
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2024 Based in Helsinki π«
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Drop me a line with your idea, and we'll find a way to make it work.
contact@vinskivalos.com
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Runokirja: Literary Needs (2017)
βLiterary Needsβ is a book of poetry I published in 2017. It contains improvised on-the-spot poetry written mostly for people in Berlin.
The first edition of the book is sold out.
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Order a story written specifically for you
I also write longer stories to send by mail. This gives me more time to write than I get in the bustle of a market square or a wedding party. Working with your requests, I will craft a customized story about [your thing*] and mail it to you. The stories ship as old-school typescripts, wrapped into a topically illustrated origami envelope. For now, you can just fill in the form below, and put me to work. You can donate me whatever you like afterwards. Available worldwide! I'm happy to answer any questions at contact@vinskivalos.com
*[relationship, party, memory, pet, childhood toy, life crisis, philosophical confusion, hobby, line of work, company, painting,composer, fetish,building, band, friend, fave artist, pet-peeve politician and/or any other obsession or whim you decide to toss at me]
A story about mourning, moviemaking, mothers, moss, and mushrooms.
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The Process
A colorful thread of thought here, another there. On my click-clacking loom, I will weave you a textual textile. Measuring you with the occasional question, I will tailor it along your contours. VoilΓ β your poem is good to go! Enjoy!
