Kalynn Youngblood - Poetry in Motion | 015

In this powerful episode, Qurissy sits down with Director & Photographer, Kalynn Youngblood to explore the healing power of art and the ways movement, memory, and expression shape our stories. Kalynn opens up about her personal journey—growing up in South Central, navigating family trauma, and uncovering strength through creative practice.Together, they reflect on the legacy of loss, the complexities of maternal relationships, and how poetry, dance, and photography serve as both resistance and healing.This conversation dives deep into the significance of family archives, the role of community in artistic growth, and the fluid, powerful ways we move through pain and into self-discovery.Photographer Fit Check: Kalynn’s wearing Creative By NatureGear Don’t Matter But: Kodak Gold 200 & Arthouse 250DShoot Yo Shot: Issa Rae on a hulu short!! We love you Issa! Gone hit that inbox!You can find, hire, or reach Kalynn on: instagram, website, vimeo, [email protected]  GOOGLE Kaylnn Youngblood - she pop right on up!Read her poetry book: Journeys of a WOMBmanSaul Williams SLAM movie clipWatch/Listen to Photographer Life Check ⁠⁠⁠on Youtube , Apple, Spotify Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠, & TikTokPhotographer Life Check is a BWP Network Original