JC Brul Poet Ekphrasis

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Ekphrasis On Irises

orchidlike delicate petals ~
oozing in shades of  teal and admiral
are like dancing ballerinas
hailing for the first kiss of rain
whilst flaxen and golden grasses 
are softly cascading honey
flowing where your footsteps go.

ochre and mustard hues from afar
dance in unison with the luminous leaves
of verdun and chateau 
like hands of the chosen~
praising the Omnipotent



21 March 2021



Notes:Irises is one of several paintings of irises by the Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh . He  started painting Irises within a week of entering the asylum, in May 1889, working from nature in the hospital garden.In 1987, it became the most expensive painting ever sold, setting a record which stood for two and a half years. ( Photo and info credits to Wikipedia)

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Malabika Ray Choudhury March 23, 2021 at 5:41 AM Congratulations, Dear Friend, on your top win in Brian's Contest. It is an absolutely stunning poem - on a very famous painting. We are also fortunate to learn about the painting of Van Gogh. This series of yours is an exceptional one. Love ~ Mala