Self-portrait is one of the oldest art forms and is commonly used by visual artists to create a portrait of themselves. Other artists, such as poets, have adapted the art form.

Participating in introspection and seeing yourself accurately can lead to improved relationships, better self-confidence, and a healed vision of one’s self. Self-portraits can be an avenue for you to achieve these significant milestones.

What you will experience:
- a welcoming, inspiring environment to read self-portrait poems by poets of various identities and poetic traditions
- engaging space to talk with other thinkers about their impressions of the poems
- gentle and engaging prompts to guide you to writing self-portraits in the form of poems
- guidance and direction from a visual artist, Crystal Marie, in creating a self-portrait in the form of collages