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Thursday, October 10, 2013

Writing prompts in an art gallery (encore)



Art Heist 
Someone steals a piece of art from this gallery. What piece is stolen? Who stole it? When? Where? Why? And importantly: How? Describe what happens in this heist. 

When Art Is Left Alone 
It’s late at night, maybe 1:00 am, and all the staff of the gallery has gone home. The lights are off, downtown is sleeping since it’s a Wednesday, and no one is even peeping in the windows. What does the art do when no one is watching? 

Mixing Art 
Take a look at two vastly different exhibits: the wooden sculpture verses the nature painting. Now imagine the sculpture inside the scene of the painting. What is it doing there? 

Art's Other Charms 
Find a piece of art that resonates with you. Now try to describe it without sight: What smells, sounds, tastes, tactile sensations, and emotions could describe it? (Remember, we’re not allowed to touch the artwork or breathe closely on it.) 

Art You Love 
Write a love poem or love letter to a piece of art. 


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