TarSlämm is a series of poetry slam nights in Tartu created by Lavaluule MTÜ and is supported by Vilde ja Vine, Tartu City, University of Tartu and the Cultural Endowment of Estonia.
Joonas Veelmaa, Estonia’s first European Poetry Slam Champion, defies boundaries with his electrifying performances. His words transcend the page, challenging societal norms and igniting the imagination.
The event poster captures his essence by portraying him as a towering figure, larger than life, symbolizing his role as a creative force that refuses to be confined.
The design emphasizes his dynamic presence, inviting audiences to experience the power of his poetry firsthand.
Yuri Miki, a trailblazer in Japan’s poetry scene, brings a fierce and unflinching voice to the stage. As the first female national champion of Poetry Slam Japan and its first two-time winner, she has transformed the landscape of spoken word.
The event poster draws inspiration from her signature kimono, using its colors to create a vibrant palette.
A blooming flower intertwined with a microphone symbolizes the emergence of a new voice in the poetry competition, capturing the essence of growth and expression.
Päiv Dengo, a blind poet, perceives the world with a depth that many overlook. His poetry delves into the unseen, offering insights into the human experience.
The event poster portrays him as a mystical figure of the night, guided by a guardian angel who lends him its vision.
This ethereal representation underscores his unique perspective, inviting audiences to explore the profound narratives he weaves.
Joelle Taylor, an award-winning poet and playwright, is renowned for her commanding presence and poignant narratives.
The event poster captures her essence by presenting her in a vintage black-and-white aesthetic, mirroring her online persona. This monochrome portrayal emphasizes her timeless influence and the raw intensity of her performances.
In contrast, the depiction of the winner as an ethereal, not-yet-formed being symbolizes the emergence of new voices and the transformative power of poetry.
Piret Põldver, an Estonian poet and literary critic, and Roomet Jakapi, an avant-garde vocalist and philosopher, unite for a duo performance that bridges the earthly and the cosmic.
The event poster reflects this duality, intertwining earthy textures with cosmic elements to represent the unraveling of their inner worlds.
This visual narrative invites the audience to witness the convergence of two distinct yet harmonious forces, each contributing to the rich tapestry of the performance.
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