The Art of Haiku

In the first workshop, award-winning poet Angela Leuck will give a brief introduction to writing haiku—the three-line Japanese-inspired nature poem that’s easy to learn and fun for all ages. Then, in the second workshop, you will use one of your poems to create a haiku artwork or “Haiga.” Whether you like to draw, paint, take photographs or use found objects from the natural world, you can let your creativity run wild as you combine one of your haiku with your favourite art form. Ten of the best “Haiga” will be showcased in the first issue of Suncatcher, a new online Haiku Journal for Kids and Teens.

Age Group: 8+
Materials: pens, pencils, paper, scissors, ruler, bobby pins or paper clips, needle and thread

Part 1: Monday, Aug 17 @ 11AM-12PM
Part 2: Monday, Aug 24 @ 11AM-12PM