You may know the term “ekphrastic” — when a poet is inspired by a work of visual art and writes from that inspiration. In this 3-hour workshop, we turn the ekphrastic process around: You get to read and reflect on poems, and then respond with your visual creations.

Teaching artist Meg Kaczyk provides plenty of choices, including poetry from well-known writers such as David Whyte, Liesl Mueller, Mary Oliver, William Stafford, Billy Collins and other contemporary poets. Meg also guides you in exploring different modes of expression, including typographic, narrative, symbolic and non-representational ways to convey the feelings and the tone of the poems. Your art will honor the mystery of the poet’s magic, tapping into the reciprocity possible between art forms. Prior to the first class, students will receive an email with a poem packet and guidance on supplies. 

TOTAL COST: $80

Course Fee: $80

Non-refundable Materials Fee: $0

LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate

AGE GROUP: Ages 15+

SUPPLY INFORMATION

You’re invited to bring your own supplies and work with your favorite mediums. The exploration is in the expression itself, and not training with the mediums. Please have your supplies ready and handy in preparation for making art.

Any kind of dry or wet media is great! Some suggestions: collage with painted or colored papers, acrylic, watercolor, oil pastels, water soluble oil pastels, soft pencil. Mixed media can be a good way to work too. Please bring a generous supply of papers in small to medium size formats, approximately 4" x 6" to 10" x 12".

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Meg Kaczyk guides artists of all levels in classes and workshops based on her own studio process. Her work is fed by daily life, the natural world, poetry, and a long-standing meditation practice. Originally trained as an illustrator and graphic designer, Meg has enjoyed a long creative career including art direction, graphic design, arts administration, and teaching. She exhibits her paintings across the region.

Artist websites: Meg Kaczyk, @megkaczyk

DISCOUNTS

This course is eligible for a 10% member discount at the Supporter level and beyond. Get a membership today!

Don's Pharmacy and Art Toolkit in Port Townsend offer a 10% discount for Northwind Art School students.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Please email admin@northwindart.org if you wish to withdraw or for more information.