Paint From Poems

DESCRIPTION
When a poet is inspired by art and writes from that source it is called “ekphrastic.” In this workshop, we turn that process around. Absorbing poems, you’ll respond visually, exploring modes of expression including typographic, narrative, symbolic and non-representational. Poems are provided for you from Wallace Stevens, David Whyte, Lisel Mueller, Mary Oliver, Ursula LeGuin, William Stafford, Billy Collins and other contemporary writers (or bring your favorites!). Your art will honor the mystery of the poet’s magic, tapping into the reciprocity possible between art forms. All levels welcome.

SUPPLY INFORMATION
For this workshop, you are invited to work with your favorite mediums. The exploration is in the expression itself, and not training with the mediums. 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".

COURSE DETAILS
After registration, course details are available via the Northwind Art School learning portal. Learn more

ABOUT MEG
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.

See more: courses and artwork by Meg
Artist website: Meg Kaczyk

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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 Northwind Art School students a 10% discount on art supplies.

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CANCELLATION POLICY
If Northwind Art has to cancel a course for any reason, all enrolled students will receive a 100% refund (including any materials fee).

Students who withdraw from a course at least seven days prior to its first meeting will receive a 90% refund (less any materials fee). 

Students withdrawing fewer than seven days from the first day of class are not eligible for a refund except in the case of illness or injury, in which case they are eligible to receive a 40% refund (less any materials fee).

Please note that 10% of every course’s registration fee is considered to be a non-refundable deposit in cases of withdrawal to cover administrative overhead. All refunds will be applied to the same credit card that was used for enrollment. No credits or transfers will be granted. 

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