Image Credit: Art by Rebecca Lynn, currently featured at lille æske arthouse. https://rebeccalynneart.com/
In this virtual workshop, we’ll dive into the vivid, sensory-rich world of ekphrastic poetry—poems inspired by visual art. We’ll explore how images can evoke emotion, memory, and story, and how we can translate what we see into powerful poetic language.
Through a mixture of examples, discussion, and prompts, you’ll have the chance to respond to selected works of visual art and generate your own ekphrastic poems, including responds to art by local Santa Cruz artist Rebecca Lynne currently in exhibit at lille æske arthouse.
This workshop is open to all levels of writers, artists, and curious creatives. No prior poetry experience is necessary—just a willingness to observe closely and write freely. Come ready to unlock your imagination.
Presented by lille æske arthouse and Harpy Hybrid Review.
Date & Time:
Wednesday, April 23rd, 6:00–7:00 PM PST
Location:
Online – join us from anywhere! If you would like to join in-person at lille æske arthouse, please contact Anil at arts@lilleaeske.com.
By Donation:
To make this event as accessible as possible, we offer a donate-what-you-can model. If you are able to, a suggested donation of $35 helps support lille æske arthouse and Harpy Hybrid Review as we continue to foster creativity and connection through the arts. Your contributions go directly toward artist stipends, venue and technology costs, and future programming. Every contribution—large or small—makes a meaningful difference, and we are truly grateful for your support.
This event is part of our four-week virtual workshop series celebrating National Poetry Month (April 2025). Our last scheduled workshop is for:
Wednesday, April 30th, 6–7pm PST (Theme: Myth & Hybrid Forms Virtual Writing Workshop)
About the Hosts
lille æske is a handcrafted arthouse nestled in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Since 2014, it has served as an intimate venue for visual arts, live music, festivals, culinary events, and creative workshops, dedicated to keeping arts and culture vibrant in the San Lorenzo Valley. Learn more at www.lilleaeske.com.
Harpy Hybrid Review is an online literary journal dedicated to exploring the many forms of hybrid writing and art. We’re currently open for submissions to Issue #12: Summer 2025. Find out more at www.harpyhybridreview.org.
Tickets are available on Eventbrite: https://virtual-ekphrastic-poetry-workshop.eventbrite.com