Ekphrasis Writing Workshop w/ the Museum of Fine Arts Houston - July 11 & 18

Inspired by the work featured in Hew Locke: Passages, on view at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, this summer, this free two-part generative poetry workshop invites participants to engage in the wonder of ekphrasis. Translated from Greek, ekphrasis simply means “description.” In this workshop, writers use this poetic mode to depict what is seen in the exhibition by writing original poems based on Locke’s work. Participants will investigate visual tools used by the artist such as color, pattern, and texture to explore how these how these concepts lend themselves to poetic devices such as imagery, rhythm, repetition, mood, and voice. Attendees will use their imagination to connect a variety of narratives to Locke’s artwork. The goal of this workshop is for youth, adults, and seniors to connect with art in a way that enlivens their roles as viewers and co-artists. Event Details: This is a two-part workshop led by El Williams. Please plan to attend both sessions. Session 1: Saturday, July 11 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (includes a guided visit to the exhibition and entry to the museum) Session 2: Saturday, July 18 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Kindred Stories in the Third Ward We ask that those who sign up commit to attend both sessions. Space is limited to 25 attendees. Sign up for this free workshop here!