Robert Strasser

Robert Strasser is a poet, artist, and dedicated naturalist who draws deep inspiration from the wild places of the world. With academic degrees in Biology and Environmental Biology from Earlham and Hood Colleges, he has channeled his passion for the natural world through diverse careers, including working as a wilderness camp counselor, a middle school teacher, and a chestnut restoration biologist for 4.5 years.

A lifelong ceramic artist specializing in studio ceramics, slip decoration, and spherical sculptures, Strasser traveled to Japan twice for cultural exchange and a residency in ceramic arts. A significant portion of this debut collection, Mystics Recourse, was written during his personal battle with Stage 4 cancer, making his work a profound testament to resilience and the enduring power of the soul. He currently lives and works in Frederick, Maryland and Shepherdstown, West Virginia.