Project: Create Ekphrastic Poetry

This week’s project is best for ages 10+.

Ekphrastic Poetry provides insight into what the viewer sees happening in a drawing, painting and/or sculpture.  {The word “ekphrasis” comes from the Greek word for “description.”}

In this project, older students (ages 10+) will develop a poem or story that describes in vivid detail an object of art from the Neuberger Museum’s collection.

Download the Project Worksheet


Materials Needed

  • Pen/Pencil and paper or a computer


Be sure to share your creations with us on social media #NEUtoDoKids!

Credit

These activities were created in collaboration with the Neuberger Museum of Art Education Department and Diana Puglisi, Curator of Education, Youth & Adult Programs.