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Tim Mateer Postcard Workshop VIDEO

November 25, 2025
by Veronica Martinez

On November 22, 2025, Cascadia Poetics Lab hosted an online workshop with longtime postcard poet Tim Mateer for early registrants of the 2026 Poetry Postcard Fest. Tim discussed his techniques in postcard designing and the impact of sending poetry postcards to loved ones, followed by a Q&A by the participants. Watch the full video BELOW!

Registration for the 2026 Poetry Postcard Fest is open NOW! Register today to take advantage of early bird pricing. We’ll be hosting more workshops and events for postcard poets leading up to the beginning of the fest in July, so keep an eye out for updates from us!

3 Comments

  1. Maggie Mayer
    Maggie Mayer on November 29, 2025 at 8:36 am

    Absolutely joyous! Thank you, Paul, thank you Tim.

  2. Abhaya
    Abhaya on November 29, 2025 at 9:45 am

    Hey Tim! Yes! Spreading the postcard love as usual. There’s nothing so inspiring as watching and hearing another postcard poet. Thanks for doing this, and thank you Paul.

  3. Jan
    Jan on November 30, 2025 at 1:20 pm

    Thank you, Tim & Paul! Thank you, attendees! Loved watching this, learning new ideas & catching the enthusiasm.
    I wanted to say something about adhesives. As a long-time collage practitioner, I have always made a point of avoiding toxic substances that harm the artist and the environment. My favorite is “Yes! paste,” a non-toxic, stick-flat paste for paper & other materials, water-based, acid free, easy cleanup. I apply it with a stiff brush like a 3/4″ stencil brush, lightly moistened first with warm water. A squeegee or brayer can be used for extra smoothness. Works for me! (I have no vested interest in mentioning it.)
    Thanks again for your example & inspiration!
    Jan McEwan

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