Riste Sofie Käär: I try to keep my eyes open to strange things
Estonian poet Riste Sofie Käär aims for her poetry collection 'Aps!' to inspire readers beyond mere enjoyment.
Riste Sofie Käär, a nominee for the Cultural Capital's annual literature award in poetry, expresses her hope that her poetry collection titled 'Aps!' will do more than provide a reading experience; she wants it to spur readers into action. Käär believes the best compliment comes when readers connect with her work and feel motivated to develop their unique ideas, regardless of whether this involves writing or other activities.
Käär draws inspiration from various sources, particularly the people around her and daily life experiences. She notes that curious and strange occurrences constantly surround her, which fuels her creativity and prompts her to write and engage in various projects. Her perspective emphasizes an openness to observing the unusual aspects of life, showcasing her commitment to being receptive to the world around her.
Despite her focus on poetry, Käär admits that she does not read poetry extensively herself. She favors certain individual pieces over whole genres and similarly approaches other art forms. For her, it is the details and specific works that resonate rather than the overarching categories, indicating a nuanced and personal relationship with literature and other artistic expressions.