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About the Course
Why just write poems when you can write better ones? This course is built on the notion that the most exciting writing begins after the first
draft. It is specifically for folks who believe that writing poems just to express oneself is like using the Internet just for email. After all, poetry can
change the way you and your readers think of the world and its inhabitants; it can break new ground for language; turn a blank sheet of paper
into a teeming concert of voices and music. Though any of us may have the potential to make that happen, having an understanding of how
several tools of poetic composition can be used (and audaciously “mis-used”) gives you more ways to try (and if we do this ri...
draft. It is specifically for folks who believe that writing poems just to express oneself is like using the Internet just for email. After all, poetry can
change the way you and your readers think of the world and its inhabitants; it can break new ground for language; turn a blank sheet of paper
into a teeming concert of voices and music. Though any of us may have the potential to make that happen, having an understanding of how
several tools of poetic composition can be used (and audaciously “mis-used”) gives you more ways to try (and if we do this ri...
Top reviews
CN
May 22, 2024
Very personable instructor with quality content and a workshop system that works well even if you never get to actually meet your fellow poets. I was very impressed and got a lot out of this course.
SM
Jun 11, 2020
Loved the course. Douglas Kearney is amazing as an instructor. I love poetry and this workshop has made me happy during the times of COVID 19. I thank CalArts for the encouragement and appreciation.
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