CRWR 212 - Word & Image: Poetry in Dialogue with Visual Art

Semester Offered: First Semester, First Module
Half Course
Credits: 2 credits
Attribute: 2HU

This first module class will explore various ways poets both employ poetic images and are inspired by visual images, including those made by artists. Our texts for discussion will be a wide range of traditional and contemporary poems written in dialogue with visual art. Weekly writing assignments will engage imaginatively with visual art, including works at the Allen Art Museum. This course has no prerequisite except an interest in both art forms.
Enrollment Limit: 18
Instructor: L. Powell
Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes