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Fig Russon-Jorgensen

Fig Russon-Jorgensen is am 18-year-old emerging poet based in Brunswick. They have a deep passion for the arts that blossomed at a young age, growing up in a house full of books in rural Victoria. Their upbringing in the Australian bush greatly influences their work, as well as their experiences as an autistic person navigating a world designed for neuro-typical people. Fig’s creative interests also extend to music and visual art, and they are always working on something new.

on drowning

hey, mister lifeguard watch me smooth little body slick haired seal face not lonely surrounded (slow in the water) i love you goodbye becomes goodbye i love you thinking of it thumbing the rabbit on my neck holding my breath …

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