The Ekphrasis

Ekphrasis is a literary technique where one art form, like a poem or story, vividly describes or responds to a piece of visual art, such as a painting or sculpture. Its purpose is to evoke the artwork’s imagery, style, or emotional impact through words, creating a dialogue between the two forms. Essentially, ekphrasis brings a visual piece to life through descriptive language, allowing readers to experience the art mentally, even when they can't see it. It can deepen appreciation and understanding by exploring the art’s meaning, details, and emotional resonance.