Ekphrasis
Where the Arts Intersect
Ekphrasis.
Big word. Big concept ————> art interpreting (commenting on, responding to) another art form. For example, writing a poem in response to a painting, a piece of music, a ballet, or another person’s writing.
Ekphrasis is most commonly used to refer to writing (poems) responding to visual art. Visiting art galleries and museums offers a vast set …
