Joyce, a recipient of the 2024 Delaware Individual Artist Fellowship for Emerging Poet, draws inspiration from her rural upbringing on a dairy farm in southwest Pennsylvania, where generations of ancestors tilled the same land. Raised with a deep connection to nature and storytelling, she also brings a unique perspective to her poetry with degrees in English and physics. Having a father who was a Conservative Mennonite pastor influenced her upbringing and instilled in her a deep sense of tradition and community values.
These formative experiences have profoundly influenced Joyce's perspective and shaped her creative journey, driving her to explore the intersection of nature, traditions of lineage, and personal growth. Her honest and vulnerable poetry delves into the profound and often challenging narratives that are frequently overlooked or silenced. She seeks to amplify voices that carry stories of pain and resilience to reveal the intricate interplay between beauty and hidden truths.
Joyce's poetry has been featured in esteemed publications such as Broadkill Review and Gargoyle, inviting readers to contemplate life's complexities and sublimity.
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