Ohio Poetry Association Blog

For National Poetry Month, the Ohio Poetry Association is excited to present a workshop led by John and Cathy Bennett, artists and poets whose work explores the role of language through visual poetry . One might ask: “What is visual poetry?” Indeed this medium may be unfamiliar to many poets. To address the question, John Bennett offers the following brief examination, just in time for the exciting workshop on Saturday, April 9. The following essay is adapted from his Introduction to Visual Poetry in the Avant Writing Collection , originally published through The Rare Books and Manuscripts Library at The Ohio State University Libraries. The avant garde workshop promises to be eye-opening for all in attendance, as John and Cathy offer a number of writing exercises, word games, and a close look at a fascinating artistic and literary community to which they have contributed so much during their careers. Get details about the workshop at the OPA website: ohiopoetryassn.org . VI