Write a poem about the illustration, which is "The Arrest of Christ" from "The Book of Kells."
"the device of making Christ so much larger than his assailants thrusts Him forward out of the picture. This, together with his enormous, staring eyes, creates a moment of frozen horror." [From 'The Book of Kells compiled by Ben Mackworth-Praed.
You may look at this poem from an artistic viewpoint, a religious viewpoint, an historical viewpoint or from some other viewpoint e.g. one of emotion, to write an original poem based on this painting.
"the device of making Christ so much larger than his assailants thrusts Him forward out of the picture. This, together with his enormous, staring eyes, creates a moment of frozen horror." [From 'The Book of Kells compiled by Ben Mackworth-Praed.
You may look at this poem from an artistic viewpoint, a religious viewpoint, an historical viewpoint or from some other viewpoint e.g. one of emotion, to write an original poem based on this painting.
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on April 16, 2007
- Rewards: Gold: 300, Silver: 200, Bronze: 100, Honorable mention: 2 people
- Final notes: I am delighted and pleased at the quality of the poems in this contest. They are all well written and represent many different emotions, ideas and viewpoints. Thank you and congratulations to all entrants.
Gold - You're Right to be Armed.
Silver - It's Like This.
Bronze - Spidey and Christ.
Honourable mentions: [I gave an extra one here, I hope all the points arrive. Please let me know if they do not].
Who was I?
Crash and Burn
Father Hear Me!
Contest Winners
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Thank you for hosting and presenting this fascinating piece of art. I'm glad Crash got an HM; I thought her piece was brilliant. All the best.
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thanks for the HM! =] I liked this contest, and I'll be sure to check the winners
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I apologize it has taken me so long to thank you for the Silver, R.S., but thank you ever so much. CONGRATULATIONS to all the winners!
Jo
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