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A Generative Workshop: The Ars Poetica

The Ars Poetica is a poem about the art of writing a poem – since only the language of poetry itself is subtle enough to touch upon the unspeakable creative process of writing.

“Poetry is ordinary language raised to the Nth power. Poetry is boned with ideas, nerved and blooded with emotions, all held together by the delicate, tough skin of words.”–Paul Engle

In this generative workshop, we'll examine a few Ars Poetica and write our own, whether it is in the genre of poetry, fiction, or creative nonfiction, since all of these genres intersect in short form. The session will be followed by a Q&A about MIU's MFA in Creative Writing, an innovative program that works from a basis of conciousness and creative process, putting the writer and creativity first. Program director Nynke Passi will be leading this session.

Earlier Event: October 25
StarWound Present "INTERIORS Project"
Later Event: December 12
Reading: Our Gorgeous Bones