Agnes Long Fox [Sioux, 1914-1984]

June 6, 2014.  Prompt #37

Today we build on yesterday’s visit to the Smithsonian’s image gallery.  If you haven’t read my June 5th post, do that now. Today’s prompts build on yesterday’s images.

Further Writing

• Project yourself into the image you are viewing. Write for 10 minutes. Does this change your point of view or what you write about?
• For ten minutes, write a visual account of the image, noting details and relationships between the parts of the painting, print, or photo. Did you notice anything new?

Variations for Writing Groups

1. Print out your image or be sure you’ll be able to bring it up on a laptop or tablet.
2. Looking at your image, use your imagination to answer these questions. What sounds do you hear or associate with the image? What smells?  Propel yourself into the image, then “touch” part of it.  What textures and temperatures do you feel? Is there anything in it you could taste? If so, describe it. If the image is abstract, this is an especially good opportunity to flex your creative muscle.
3. Go together to a museum or gallery. Plant yourself in front of an artwork and write for 20 minutes. Note: Get permission from guards or gallery owners first. They might ask you to write in pencil or have other requirements.