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When Words Speak For The Silence Of Art Poetry Contest

Sponsor: Silent One

July 16, 2026

 

My Masterpiece

Inspired by the Painting "A Girl With A Pearl Earring" by Dutch Golden Age Painter "Johannes Vermeer"                                     

What are you telling me, My timeless Beauty?
You turn and stop..,
You look at me with your plaintive eyes,
Your luscious lips are apart, but you remain voiceless…
The pearl in your ear shines ~
Light on your face shimmers mysteriously,
Your eyes are serene ~ reflecting, refracting 
The depth of your emotions…
                          
Those dove-like eyes are the artist's inspiration!
The topaz blueness of your headscarf
With which you have covered your sensuality,
Surround your face with a serenity of
The ocean, gleaming emerald green
Of your attire evokes the unspoilt
Magic of your youth…..
                                  
You are not what you appear
To many souls in this mundane world…
They don’t see the painter’s Muse.
                            
You are the nymph, who visited me
For a rare moment of tranquility.
The Pearl shines, an iridescent
Gem shimmering, unfolding your heart~
You remain eternal in my imperishable creation...
 You linger in hearts.....  my masterpiece!
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Etgen-Baker Avatar
July 30, 2026 at 4:59 PM
you beautifully captured the essence of one of my favorite paintings. best wishes with this contest entry, dear friend. Wishing you well.
Ray Choudhury Avatar
July 30, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Thank you, Sara. Glad to know this is your favourite painting. Can’t wait to read yours. Love ❤️
Goldsmith Avatar
July 29, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Congratulations.... I enjoyed reading "My Masterpiece" write. It is a wonderful write for this painting. Enjoy your day writing away with your wonderful win..............
Ray Choudhury Avatar
July 29, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Thank you, Paula, for your congratulatory words. You are sweet and kind, as always.
One Avatar
July 29, 2026 at 2:41 PM
so many wonderful lines and questions in your poem... A vivid take on the painting.. Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
Ray Choudhury Avatar
July 29, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Thank you, Dear Poet, for reading my poem and the placement. Great to see you back. Warm wishes ~
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