Verse Visual


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You will need:

  • paper or cardstock
  • colouring and drawing media of choice - coloured pencils, paint, markers
  • natural materials - leaves, stones, twigs, etc.
  • found objects - keys, bottle caps, fabric scraps, etc.
  • string or wire
  • adhesives - glue, tape
  • the requisite furniture to display your pieces on

Do:

  • Create a series of short poems just a few lines each focused on whatever theme you choose.
  • For each poem, fashion a visual representation of some kind using paper, natural materials, found objects, etc.
  • These could be collage, sculpture, or other arrangements.
  • Add tactile elements to the visual representations using materials such as fabrics, sandpaper, other textured items.
  • Find a place to display the project and share!

Notes:

  • You could also include audio elements like sound effects, or record yourself reading the poems.
  • You can do 2D visuals, but if you'd prefer something more than just creating visuals for your non-poetic parts, you could include dishes filled with specific items related to the poems - like a small bowl full of shells for an ocean themed poem, an arrangement of related objects, etc.
  • You can use string or wire to hang elements of your display so you aren't just limited to table top displays.
  • If you make this project public, consider adding interactive elements that allow the viewers to participate - like a sketchbook and drawing materials so they can add their own poems or visual elements.


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