Class

A Poet's Toolbox

Why do some poems make your heart skip while others leave you cold? In this class, we’ll explore some of the key building blocks of good poetry, including voice, metaphor, imagery, and the line.

We’ll read and discuss poems that embody these tools from writers including Ross Gay, Ada Limón, and Li-Young Lee. We’ll engage in writing prompts designed to help you bring key craft elements into your work. You’ll have a chance to read your new poems aloud and receive positive feedback from the instructor and other students.

This class is designed for those who are newer to poetry as well as more experienced poets who want to brush up on their craft.

By the end of this class, you’ll:

+ Understand important poetic craft tools including voice, metaphor, imagery, and the line
+ Practice bringing these craft tools into your own writing
+ Write the beginning drafts of several poems
+ Receive positive feedback from your instructor and peers
+ Read and discuss poems from other writers
+ Connect with a compassionate community of other writers

All Classes listed on the Loft website take place in Central Standard Time (CST); make sure you understand your time zone, and adjust accordingly

Instructions for Accessing This Online Class

In order to access live class meetings, you must have the Zoom application downloaded to your computer. You will also need a WiFi/Internet connection throughout the duration of your scheduled meeting and a computer with audio and video capability. The information to join your Zoom classroom will be provided in your confirmation email upon registration. Please check spam folders if you do not see this email upon registration. For more information on how to use Zoom, please see our training manual here.