LatinosUSA

Sarfraz Ahmed is an amazon bestseller writer from the UK, who achieved success globally as a poet. His recent work includes: Pardon Me You’re Stepping A Poet; The Ramblings of a Romantic Poet (2023) andThe Gift of Poetry (2022). In May 2021 he was recognised as a World Contributor Poet by Poetry and Literature World Vision. We can find him at open mic events, where he has shared his poetry globally. In January 2024 he was named one of the poets of the year 2023, by Trending Poets Facebook site.

Let’s talk a bit about art and poetry and the «job» of the poet/artist/writer

LatinosUSA: What do you feel is the emotional investment a poet/writer must make to create true art, transcendental and powerful?

Sarfraz: I think a poet/writer must be invested in their creative process. They need to manage their expectations and understand the market that they are entering. As a poet I know my market and fully understand who is likely to buy my work.

To true art, transcendental and powerful you need to show your vulnerability, let people into your heart. Be inspired by other writers but be original. Remember your work will speak for itself. There is an audience for all forms of creative outlets.

Latinos USA: What is it that makes you a poet?

Sarfraz: Ever since I could remember poetry and writing brought me joy, whilst others would struggle, I could write a poem in minutes. For me it was like breathing. As time went on I practised journaling and found it a great release and helped me with my mental health. What makes me a poet is the capacity to absorb my surroundings, to capture my feelings and desires and put them onto paper. I embrace the tradition, I fully own the title and I am proud to walk in the footsteps of all those that have inspired me, especially US writers such as Maya Angelou, Charles Bukowski and Elliot M Rubin, as well as world renowned poets such as Jalāl al-Dīn Muḥammad Rūmī.

Poetry is a gift, something that comes naturally to me, a gift that I cherish and share with the world.

LatinosUSA: Should poets, writers, artists in general, proffer their political opinions?

Sarfraz: Poets and writers often feel a duty to share an opinion and political views; this is a burden that many poets and writers past and present have carried. I feel this is a personal choice of the writer, the need to careful not to divide their readers. This should be done strategically not to lay the message across so to offend the reader but to ensure that this is powerful and everlasting.

LatinosUSA: Should artists be involved in political situations and discussions?

Sarfraz: I feel this is a personal opinion and choice, but writers need to be aware of the consequences and repercussions of doing so. More often than not artists provide a voice for the voiceless, interpreted through creative expression.

Here are some links to Sarfraz’s works that you will probably be interested in:

Sarfraz Ahmed – Poet
Author of: Eighty-Four Pins – Poetry Collection, My Teachers An Alien!, Two Hearts – A Journey Into Heartfelt Poetry, Stab the Pomegranate – Collective Poetry, The Gift of Poetry and The Ramblings of a Romantic Poet

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarfrazahmedcareersadviser/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Sarfraz76194745
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarfrazahmedpoet/

THANK YOU SO MUCH SARFRAZ FOR YOUR TIME AND FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU RECITE YOUR POETRY AND ENJOYING YOUR BOOKS. ALL THE BEST

CHEERS