EKPHRASTIC POETRY WORKSHOP

Course Description

In this course, students will explore poetry writing through a combination of workshopping their work, trying out a variety of forms, and studying a wide canvas of literature. Importantly, this particular seminar will be focused on ekphrastic poetry: pieces that respond to, and are sparked by, paintings. We will create work that exists in conversation with the visual arts from a variety of eras (including contemporary work, where we will connect with working artists). There will be extensive writing, sharing, and discussion throughout. By the end of the course, students will have a portfolio of new work as well as the tools to continue their poetry writing in the future.