KDTime: The Canvas of Life with Gwen & Alisha

Episode 117

What happens when poetry meets paint, when words meet brushstrokes, when two passionate creatives come together to tell stories of life, healing, and transformation?

You get The Canvas of Life. 

On this very special episode of KD Time, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with two phenomenal women—Gwendolyn Jasmine, an extraordinary visual artist, and Alisha Rose, a gifted poet. Together, they created The Canvas of Life, a soul-stirring collection of poetry and art that speaks to the core of human experience.

From the moment our conversation began, it was clear this project was more than just a book—it’s a movement. It's a journey through the human condition, told through the lens of people walking all kinds of paths in life. Every poem and painting is rooted in real emotions, real challenges, and real hope.

Gwendolyn, with her incredible talent, took Alisha’s poems—and others within the collection—and transformed them into visual masterpieces. Each painting is a direct reflection of the poem’s emotion, intention, and message. She shared her process with us: how she allows the words to sit with her, how she visualizes the emotion behind the lines, and how each brushstroke is a response to the story being told.

Alisha shared the heart behind her writing. Her poetry is raw, real, and beautifully vulnerable. Whether it’s about loss, growth, healing, or simply existing, her words resonate deeply. Her ability to tap into emotions that many people often hide away is what makes The Canvas of Life such a powerful read.

As we talked, I found myself learning so much about the emotional bond between art and artist, between poetry and painter. The two close friends invited a multitude of people to join them on this journey and to share their stories. The big moments, the difficult trials, the acknowledgements of growth and wonder. It was truly inspiring to hear the stories behind the paintings.

This book is not just for poetry lovers or art enthusiasts—it’s for anyone who’s ever felt something deeply. It’s for the person healing from heartbreak, the one searching for purpose, the one who just needs to know they’re not alone. The Canvas of Life was made to inspire, to transform, and to include all walks of life. It gently tugs at your heartstrings and leaves you changed.

Trust me—you’re going to want this book in your life.

To Gwen and Alisha: thank you for being so open, so insightful, and so passionate about your work. You reminded me (and hopefully everyone who listens) that art and poetry aren’t just creative expressions—they’re acts of healing, of connection, and of love.

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You can listen to this heartfelt conversation now on KD Time! And don’t forget to grab your copy of The Canvas of Life. You won't regret it.

You can find the book links in the episode RIGHT NOW!!

Here's the link to the episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0musVdrnrqi8NdQJ2YG0wm?si=CDc-hp-vRhu694nD4d9BaA