The visual preference for odd number of stimuli in a photograph was convincingly presented by the photographer Ted Forbes in his didactic video. When transferred to another visual medium such as collage, the creative process is quite different than photography of existing subject. In the feature image, reprised below, I show my first attempt at creating …
Angele Ellis, “Self-Portrait as Wineglass,” 2021 Jack Grapes Poetry Prize Finalist selected by Judge Clare MacQueen Speaking of lyrical writing, “Self-Portrait as Wine Glass” is simply luscious in the mouth, and to the ear when read aloud. With exquisite imagery, this poem engages all the senses. While it’s a sensuous piece, it also speaks to …
Lessons to be Learned #3 – The Challenges and Wonder of Childhood Terry Braunstein and Victor Raphael – A Collaboration This collaboration grew out of a professional relationship and mutual appreciation of one another’s work. They were motivated to create these artworks in response to the current political environment over the last few years. …
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Beth Copeland, “Leap of Faith,” 2021 Jack Grapes Poetry Prize Finalist selected by Judge Alexis Rhone Fancher This poem knocked me out with its beauty and pathos, taking me along with the poet on a deep dive into faith, love, girlhood, dreamland and revelation. I kept going back to it, reveling in the language and …
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