Elements of Poetry: Exploring Themes & Tools of Poetry Writing

This workshop will explore different themes and technical aspects of poetry writing, moving from the fundamental units of poetry - the word, line, a stanza - to wider aspects of composition. We will write, read, discuss and review poems that deal with a complex themes (the family, death and loss, the erotic, dreams, childhood, witnessing and giving witness), and explore one of the essential questions of poetry - how do we develop our voice, language and poetic diction? The workshop will also cover different technical, formal elements of poetry writing (meter, rhythm and rhyming, figurative language, line breaks, soundscape). The workshop will include in-class and at-home writing assignments, review and reading and analysis as an essential part of developing our craft and poetic vision and language.

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Details: Elements of Poetry: Exploring Themes and Tools of Poetry Writing with Nadav Linial takes place Thursdays September 5, 12, 26, and October 3, 10, and 17 from 6:30-8:30pm in-person at Lakewood United Methodist Church, 15700 Detroit Avenue. Note there will be no class on September 19.

‍Prerequisite: None

‍Genre: Poetry

‍Level: All levels

‍Format: Workshop

‍Location: This class takes place in-person at Lakewood United Methodist Church, 15700 Detroit Avenue.

‍Size: Limited to 12 participants (including scholarships).

‍Scholarships: Two scholarship spots are available for this class for writers in Northeast Ohio. Apply by August 19.

‍Cancellations & Refunds: Cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the first class meeting to receive a full refund. Email info@litcleveland.org.