poetry does not exist in a vacuum. without novels, comedies, and music, how uninspired would we poets be. when it comes to the arts, poets have been so inspired there is a whole form of poetry dedicated to this intermingling of poetry and art. many art museums have free or reduced rate days and times. local art galleries are often free to browse. look around for free opening night receptions. immerse yourself in art. then write about what you’ve seen and how you feel. tell us some of your favorite artists.

Benediction for Ice Cream by Ana Marie Boyd
I can still hear the slow jam jingle of the ice cream truck gliding along past our yellow house like it was riding on rails





