Connect and Create: Ekphrasis - Art Inspired Poetry Workshop with Robin Gow

In this workshop, we'll join in the long rich tradition of poets taking inspiration from works of art. This is also called "ekphrasis." After using an example poem to discuss key poetic techniques, we will explore the galleries and find a piece or pieces to write poetry about. This workshop is open to folks new to poetry and also those who are more experienced. The workshop will last an hour and a half, with time to write and share our work.

Workshop offered in partnership with the Notations Series presented by the Department of English.

Register here. Advanced registration is encouraged but not required.

If you require assistance to fill out this form or prefer to share your registration information via email or phone, please email ejs421@lehigh.edu or call 610-758-6882. Questions, concerns, and any accessibility needs can also be directed to Elise at ejs421@lehigh.edu or call 610-758-6882.

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Robin Gow (it/fae/he & él y elle)  is an award-winning poet and community educator. It grew up in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, and lives with his partner Rain and their menagerie of animals on unceded Lenape land also called Allentown Pennsylvania. Fae is the author of poetry collections and young-adult and middle-grade novels including Dear Mothman and A Million Quiet Revolutions, earning starred reviews from Publisher's Weekly, Kirkus, School Library Journal, and more.

Connect & Create workshops offer a brief exploration and creative conversation around a work of art from the LUAG collection, followed by a hands-on activity and/or creative response led by a local teaching artist or student educator.