Inspiration and Community at the Castle Rock Writers’ Conference

Nearby Universe members Brook Bhagat, M.R. Hyde, Maddie Van Batum, and Lisa Macedo reveled in inspiration and community at the Castle Rock Writers’ Conference on Saturday. It was great to reconnect with the lovely folks from Castle Rock Writers and make new friends. Poetry track presenters included brice maiurro (ecopoetics) and Poet Laureate Marissa Forbes … More Inspiration and Community at the Castle Rock Writers’ Conference

Event Recap: PPSC Authors and Colorado Poet Laureate

A lovely time was had by all at the literary reading and grand opening of the Pikes Peak State College Authors Collection, a special collection in the college library of books by PPSC students, staff, and faculty. Nearby Universe members Brook Bhagat and M.R. Hyde were honored to read alongside Colorado Poet Laureate Bobby LeFebre … More Event Recap: PPSC Authors and Colorado Poet Laureate

Spring Art and Poetry Events Featuring M.R. Hyde in April 2024

It’s a busy month in April for M.R. Hyde, also known as ReeAnn Hyde, who is thriving this spring with several events and shows: Cottonwood Center for the Arts Friday, April 5, 5-8 pm be one of the first to see her latest work in this juried exhibition for the month of April featuring works in response … More Spring Art and Poetry Events Featuring M.R. Hyde in April 2024

Fire, Beauty, and Advocacy: 2025 PPSC Spring Reading feat. Jozer Guerrero Flies and Sings

Las canciones están vivas! After a right-on-time Know Your Rights and Advocacy workshop and refreshments courtesy of Student Experience and Equity and Latino Alliance, the Spring Reading was alive and kicking in three languages at once, thanks to our sign language interpreters and real-time Spanish captions. Several PPSC poets and writers continued the advocacy theme, … More Fire, Beauty, and Advocacy: 2025 PPSC Spring Reading feat. Jozer Guerrero Flies and Sings

Join M.R. Hyde at Cottonwood’s March Art Exhibition

M.R. Hyde, also known as ReeAnn Hyde, was privileged to be invited to submit and had two pieces accepted into the Purple Colorado Show at Cottonwood Center for the Arts. This invitational exhibition is for the month of March. Purple Colorado asked creatives for artwork exploring Colorado on a micro level – depicting flora and fauna that … More Join M.R. Hyde at Cottonwood’s March Art Exhibition

Publication: Two new poetry collections from M.R. Hyde

ReeAnn Hyde, also known as M.R. Hyde, is pleased to announce the publication of two new poetry collections: A Prayer From the Driven: Poems by a Christian and The Reluctant Poet, now available at Lulu.com and other fine retailers. From the website: A Prayer From the Driven: Poems by a Christian Poetry can be an … More Publication: Two new poetry collections from M.R. Hyde

M.R. Hyde: Art Shows in December and January

The Mountain Artists show, with the theme of water, continues at the Woodland Park Library through February. Academy Art and Frame Company gallery in Colorado Springs has a 20% off of everything sale December 12-January 31! Hyde’s Gnarled series is still there along with the very eclectic artists represented.  Consider the gift of art for Christmas. The Manitou Art … More M.R. Hyde: Art Shows in December and January

New M.R. Hyde poetry books and art on display and for sale at holiday shows in November and December

This month, ReeAnn Hyde, aka M.R. Hyde, is excited to participate in two Holiday Fairs: This Saturday, November 16: Holiday Crafts, Gifts, and Baked Good Sale at the Historic Satellite Hotel from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM will feature Christmas ornaments, original art and reproductions, and a selection of her books. The Annual Mountain Artists Holiday Show and … More New M.R. Hyde poetry books and art on display and for sale at holiday shows in November and December

M.R. Hyde: Colorado State Fair and September Art Shows

Congratulations to ReeAnn Hyde, aka M. R. Hyde, for taking home two well-earned ribbons for her incredible art at the Colorado State Fair Fine Arts Show. She said she was honored to participate alongside many talented artists, including her 87-year-old mother! ReeAnn’s work is joyful, a celebration of the natural world; it’s no wonder it … More M.R. Hyde: Colorado State Fair and September Art Shows

This Saturday! M. R. Hyde, aka ReeAnn Hyde, featured at Academy Art & Frame Company’s 10th Annual Parking Lot Party and Artists’ Reception for “How Do You See God?”

ReeAnn Hyde, aka M. R. Hyde, is excited to share that she will be selling both her books and her art this Saturday, July 20, from 10am-4pm at Academy Art & Frame Company’s 10th Annual Parking Lot Party and Artists’ Reception, located at 7560 N. Academy Blvd. in Colorado Springs. From the AAFC website: ““How … More This Saturday! M. R. Hyde, aka ReeAnn Hyde, featured at Academy Art & Frame Company’s 10th Annual Parking Lot Party and Artists’ Reception for “How Do You See God?”