Awaken the Poet Within

Awaken the Poet Within: Learn & Write Ekphrastic Poetry

Discover your inner poet at this inspiring creative writing workshop hosted by Commonplace in the heart of Encinitas. Whether you've never written a poem in your life or you're looking to explore a new form, this welcoming workshop is designed for everyone.

Led by Dr. Marit Anderson, you'll dive into the world ofekphrastic poetry— the ancient and powerful art of writing poetry inspired by visual art. Learn the techniques, find your voice, and leave with original work you've created yourself.

No experience necessary. Everyone is welcome.

What You'll Learn:

• What ekphrastic poetry is and its rich literary tradition
• How to observe and respond to visual art through words
• How to find and develop your unique poetic voice

Event Details:

• 📅 Saturday, April 5th | 3:00–5:00 PM
• 📍 Thread Spun, 1114 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA
• 💰 Sliding scale $10–$35 (pay what you can)
• 💳 Venmo: @jean-eh - need another way to pay? Send an email to [email protected]

Why Ekphrastic Poetry?Ekphrastic poetry bridges the visual and written arts, making it one of the most accessible and exciting entry points into creative writing. By responding to images, you bypass the dreaded blank page — the art does the prompting for you.

This event is produced by Commonplace, a San Diego-based creative events community bringing people together through art, writing, and shared experience.

Tags: poetry workshop San Diego, creative writing Encinitas, ekphrastic poetry, beginner poetry class, writing workshop North County San Diego, poetry for beginners, art and writing workshop, Commonplace events

RELEASE & WAIVER

By registering for this event you agree that:

Commonplace, Dr. Marit Anderson, Thread Spun, and their organizers are not liable for any injury, loss, or damage incurred during your participation. You grant Commonplace permission to photograph and record the event and use your likeness for promotional purposes. You retain ownership of any creative work you produce. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the person checking you in know.

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