Facilitated by Poet Ed Lent, also known as Ezra Lovecraft
Dates:
- Initial Session: Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Snow Date: Sunday, March 3, 2024
- Follow-up Session: Saturday, January 4, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: American Mural Project, 90 Whiting Street, Winsted, CT.
Delve into the fusion of visual art and poetry in this intensive half-day workshop at the American Mural Project (AMP). Participants will explore ekphrastic poetry—a literary form that vividly describes a work of art—through both guided and personal interpretation of AMP’s monumental five-story indoor mural depicting American workers.
The workshop will commence with an introduction to the concept of ekphrasis, from its Greek roots meaning "description," to contemporary applications. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to view the mural across three levels, fostering reflection and creative response.
Ed Lent, esteemed poet and educator, will lead the session, offering insights into the ekphrastic process and sharing examples of poetry that respond to various artworks. The workshop will culminate in a collaborative discussion, where participants can share their drafts and gain feedback.
Additional Opportunities:
- Participants are encouraged to submit their polished poems by March 16 for potential inclusion in "The Mural as Muse" exhibit during National Poetry Month in April 2024.
Admission:
- Adults: $20
- Students (Grades 6 – College): $12
Registration:
- Pre-registration is mandatory, as spaces are limited.
- The non-refundable registration fee grants full access to AMP for the day.
- Register online at [https://www.tfaforms.com/5103787](https://www.tfaforms.com/5103787)
Further Inquiries: Please contact Mimi at mimi@americanmuralproject.org
Visit: www.americanmuralproject.org
About Ed Lent aka Ezra Lovecroft:
A celebrated figure in the Connecticut poetry scene, Ed Lent is not only the recipient of the 2020 Connecticut Arts Hero Award but also a cherished poet-educator and the mind behind the iconic "Ezra Lovecroft Presents: The Unexpected Poet." His publications include "As Above, So Below" and the 2023 chapbook "Perceptions." Ed's engagement in ekphrastic poetry has enriched audiences from public schools to collegiate settings, making profound impacts across generations.
Join us at AMP for an enriching exploration of art and poetry, where the grandeur of American labor is immortalized through the delicate craft of ekphrastic verse. Doors open at 8:30 AM, and the workshop begins promptly at 9:00 AM.