Fear of Death

Questions

Morning Blackout

Morning Blackout

One of my favorite quotes from Austin Kleon is “…make things with the time, space, and materials you have, right now.” So here are my quick Tuesday morning creations.

Blackout Poetry ~ Sing

I cheated. I added a word from the leftovers from days past. But I’m satisfied with it. Guess that’s what matters. Besides, does art have rules?

I’m off to shoot a wedding.

Blackout Poetry ~ Alone

Telling a story in as few words as possible has always been a thrill. It’s why I love drabbles so much. I suspect it’s why I’m coming to love blackout poetry as well.

This attempt however feels like the beginning of a story that doesn’t go anywhere. I’m learning with the random choice of pages available to do the best I can with what’s present. Sometimes it surprises. Sometimes it disappoints.

Blackout Poetry ~ Seeds

Continuing to learn! It doesn’t seem to matter how much ink I lay down, the edited words still remain at least somewhat visible. Sharpies seemed the way to go but maybe there’s something out there that’s darker. Will research that later. Until then, adjusting the black point depth in post product photography will have to suffice.

Blackout Poetry – Farewell

Wow, the drama. I feel like I’m learning a lot though. Each torn out page is a puzzle. How do I make the most out of what’s available. Not focusing on the visual side of it at this point. Maybe that’ll come after some time and experience.

Blackout Poetry ~ Thirst

My husband’s only comment: “Wow… That sounds like the beginning of a porno.”

Blackout Poetry ~ My Soul

I’ve always wanted to try my hand at blackout poetry. After finishing Austin Kleon’s “Show Your Work” recently, I felt inspired to return to the possibilities this form of creativity presents. I discovered some things about myself upon the first attempt. One, I couldn’t bring myself to deface the book I had available. Two, I couldn’t bring myself to deface ANY book. It shouldn’t have been that big of a surprise but it was. I love books. All books. And defacing is too close to censoring. So… for those who may find themselves in my predicament, go the way of Kleon and try either a newspaper or a magazine. I happened to have a copy of “Make Blackout Poetry” by John Carroll I picked up years and years ago. That’s where I decided to start.