No. 82: Laverne Zabielski - Author of "Disbelief"

Laverne Zabielski, Lexington poet, writer, and fiber artist, joins host Kate Savage to discuss her deeply personal new chapbook, "Disbelief," which traces a 20th-century life marked by both joy and tragedy, including the loss of her son and her daughter’s battles with addiction. She reflects on the transformative power of journal writing, the act of crafting experience into art, and the courage it takes to share untold family stories across generations. Laverne also shares how her evolution from hair designer to fiber artist intertwined with her literary pursuits, and explains how turning to color and technique in her studio became a method of coping and healing. She details her participation in the Carlton Wing retrospective, creating a “wisdom staff” from found objects and her signature silk scraps—a testament to collaboration, memory, and artistic resilience. Throughout, Laverne advocates for women to write and honor their stories, illuminating how art offers sanctuary and the possibility of renewal.For more and to connect with us, visit https://www.artsconnectlex.org/art-throb-podcast.html