ABOUT ME

I was 11 years old when I realized how much I love making words appear on a page. Later, I found that I liked playing with the placement and diction of words to create new meanings. All this was to communicate more effectively. 

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Yo soy Ariella. My closest call me Ari. I am a Mexican-American poet with indigenous Peruvian roots living in the Bay Area.

I am a recent fellow of The Writer’s Grotto’s Rooted & Written, but I found my voice as a poet at CCSF's “Poetry for the People” course. I write poetry exploring my culture, insecurities and self-worth, relationships, and dual language. Aside from writing, I love reading, painting, playing board games, and drinking coffee.

I am inspired by Ada Limón, Sandra Cisneros, Ama Codjoe, Sylvia Path and Halsey. Additionally, I often draw inspiration from nature and collaboration with other writers. I'm a writer with a passion for empowering others and finding value in showcasing the true you in all aspects of your life.