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Alongside my paintings, I write poetry.

Some of these poems have been published under the pen name Archy Sontar, while others are shared here from my personal collection.

Whether through paint and words, I'm drawn to the stories that shape us - our identity, family, memories and faith.

— Tash

Handwritten poem draft

Published Work

Published under the pen name Archy Sontar

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People want to know the answer to the meaning of life

Seeking some source of comfort beyond this world of sickness and strife

Beyond this ongoing anger, this hatred uncurtailed

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Poetica Magazine, Summer 2014

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What's in a Name?

Says Juliet to Romeo

"What's in a name?"

Why do we have to live in our lives in this frame?

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Poetica Magazine, Spring 2013

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Selected Poems

What Then?

When the truth is ignored

And 'facts' lie

When hatred blooms

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June 2024

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معاً | Together | ביחד

From the river to the sea

Genocide. Bigotry.

Antisemitism. Racism.

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November 2023

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The Headline

The headline in bold

From the free press:

“Death of innocents”

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November 2012

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Forty Flames

A spark flickers

Bursting forth

Soft flames licking the lighter,

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December 2010

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TASH

Art by Tash

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