Blackout Poetry is both: A political statement and a whole lot of fun! Right at the sweet spot between visual and written art, it is a fascinating way to access your creativity.

Tasmin Hansmann, freelance creative and author, knows how to write poetry that transforms your life. She has written and published the poetry collections The Anatomy of Waves and The Eloquence of Hurricanes, which deal with trauma, healing and finding belonging. Her book Welcome Home Dear Soul is a poetic encounter with death, shaping grief and wonder into an atmospheric story. But her story started out with Blackout Poetry, many years ago.

This 30-minute class will dive into the definition and history of this peculiar art form and show you multiple ways, how to do it yourself.

Tasmin introduces you to techniques, formats, and exercises that help you create Blackout Poetry. Lessons include:

A Definition of Blackout Poetry
A history dive into the origins of the artform
How to make Blackout Poetry in easy steps
Artistic possibilities beyond the permanent marker
A glimpse into the future of Blackout Poetry

Whether you’ve always dreamed of becoming a poet or you are an established writer who wants to try something new, Tasmin’s class will help you experiment with this unique cross-over between visual art and written text.

After taking this class, you’ll be empowered to create your very own Blackout Poetry, to make a political statement or to simply have some fun.

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