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SUMMARY:Poetry for the End of the World (and other hard times)
DESCRIPTION:Join the long tradition of apocalyptic verse.\nIn this workshop\, writers will consider end-times poems both ancient and contemporary in order to find their own voice for lamenting hard times. Students will let this work inspire new approaches to their own work in order to generate 2-3 new poems and ideas for moving forward in this tradition. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nBe exposed to apocalyptic poems both old and new\nUnderstand the role that such poetry plays during challenging times\nDeveloped your own voice in this tradition\nMove your work from the abstract to figurative gesture and concrete image\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for writers familiar with the foundational tools of poetry who want advance their craft and knowledge in this genre and tradition.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/poetry-for-the-end-of-the-world-and-other-hard-times-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,All Levels,Poetry,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Poetry Demystified
DESCRIPTION:Wield the tools of poetry with confidence!\nPoety’s magic is for everyone. Join this workshop that uses plain language to explain the tools of writing poetry. By considering the fundamentals that contemporary poetry values\, writers can approach any genre of writing with a more lyrical command of language. Participants will leave with the seeds of a few new poems and a more confident understanding of 21st century poems. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nThe Fundamentals of Poetry\nPoetic Image\nThe Sonic Qualities of Poems\nOriginality in Verse\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is for writers of any genre interested in understanding the fundamentals of contemporary poetry.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/poetry-demystified/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Poetry,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Ekphrasis: Writing from Art
DESCRIPTION:Explore the intersection of literary and visual arts.\nThe ancient art of ekphrastic writing\, writing that responds to art\, is more relevant than ever in the visual culture that surrounds us today. In this workshop\, writers will be introduced to the literary possibilities unlocked by engaging with visual art. The workshop will explain this approach\, share some examples\, and walk participants through a few ekphrastic prompts. Writers will leave with three drafts and a better understanding of how they can engage in ekphrastic writing on their own. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nA brief history of ekphrastic writing\nHow contemporary writers engage with this approach\nDifferent ways to let your writing respond to art\nWhere and how to find art near you\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for writers of any genre interested in understanding how visual art can strengthen and broaden our literary craft.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/ekphrasis-writing-from-art/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,All Levels,Mixed Genre,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Poetry for the End of the World (and other hard times)
DESCRIPTION:Join the long tradition of apocalyptic verse\nIn this workshop\, writers will consider end-times poems both ancient and contemporary in order to find their own voice for lamenting hard times. Students will let this work inspire new approaches to their own work in order to generate 2-3 new poems and ideas for moving forward in this tradition. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll:\n\nBe exposed to apocalyptic poems both old and new\nInderstand the role that such poetry plays during challenging times\nDeveloped your own voice in this tradition\nMove your work from the abstract to figurative gesture and concrete image\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for writers familiar with the foundational tools of poetry who want advance their craft and knowledge in this genre and tradition.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/poetry-for-the-end-of-the-world-and-other-hard-times/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,All Levels,Poetry,Workshop,Zoom
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