# Event Details - **Event Name**: Playing with Visual Poetry - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: A Merge Studio Creative SessionAbout this EventPlaying with Visual PoetryDATE: Saturday, September 20, 2026 (Third Saturday)TIME: 3 PMPRICE: $30.00LOCATION: Merge Art Studio 2000 Nance, #126, Houston Texas 77020CAP: 10Visual poetry takes many forms. It is usually created through word order or structure. I would like to take it a bit further by adding visual elements such as color, special paper, or photo enhancement.In this session we will discuss the types of visual poetry, talk about the ways we can create a visual element in our own poetry, and we will practice writing visual poems or creating visual poems out of our own works.About your host:Leslie Archibald writes poetry, flash fiction, and nonfiction in a tiny home office in Houston, Texas. When she is not writing, you may find her roaming the city photographing Houston’s unique character, dabbling in watercolors, and exploring genre bending and multimedia literature. Leslie began to pursue her interest in visual art in late 2023 and has been studying paint techniques and history to grow her portfolio. In addition to her award-winning flash piece “Sherry Baby” included in the special section of Companion of the Ash released in December 2018, her work may be found in Tales of Texas Vol 2, Synkroniciti Magazine Vol 5 No.4 and Vol 6 No.4, The Best of Interstellar Flight Magazine: Years 2, 3 and 4, and online at Interstellar Flight press magazine. Her poem She Dances in Indigo was chosen for Colorstory2023. Her chapbook Poems for a Broken Marriage Man is forthcoming from Finishing Line Press. Her visual work has been shown at Sabine Street Studios and Hardy and Nance Studios in Houston.Follow her on Instagram and threads at @Leslie.Archibald, Facebook and Bluesky at Leslie McCoy Archibald or visit her website at www.lesliearchibaldwriter.com.About Merge Art StudioMerge is the thought-child of artists Holly Lyn Walrath and Leslie Archibald. It's a space to explore the merging of minds and the merging of arts of all kinds. Merge hosts monthly workshops and creative experiences out of 2000 Nance Street, Studio B-126. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/houston/playing-with-visual-poetry/100001991712581948 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: 2000 Nance St studio b 126 - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 19.32, max: 36.64, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Houston - **state**: TX - **country**: United States - **location**: 2000 Nance St studio b 126 - **lat**: 29.7683361 - **long**: -95.3484002 - **full address**: 2000 Nance St studio b 126, 2000 Nance Street, Houston, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Playing with Visual Poetry - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/b3fb580659307abee11bfe979d77a839ad19345039ece7c75171912c84f1b073-rimg-w464-h640-dcdabc8e-gmir.jpg?v=1781599866 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Playing with Visual Poetry being held? - **A:** Playing with Visual Poetry takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 2000 Nance St studio b 126, 2000 Nance Street, Houston, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Playing with Visual Poetry? - **A:** Playing with Visual Poetry is organized by MERGE Art Studio. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Playing with Visual Poetry is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Houston, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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It's a space to explore the merging of minds and the merging of arts of all kinds. Merge hosts monthly workshops and creative experiences in the heart of Houston, Texas.About the ArtistsHolly Lyn WalrathI'm Holly and I'm a narrative artist. I host workshops that blend the creative arts: from writing to painting to craft to photography and more. As a creative magpie, I collect words and mash them up with other creative ventures, exploring the juxtaposition of words and art. My workshops are a safe place to play, try new things, and tap into your creative energy.My writing has appeared inStrange Horizons, Fireside Fiction, Analog,andFlash Fiction Online. I am the author of several books of poetry, includingGlimmerglass Girl, The Smallest of Bones,andNuminous Stones. My art has been featured in exhibitions such as Color:Story, Eastext, Texas Vignette, Sabine Street Studios, and Round Rock Arts. I have a B.A. in English from the University of Texas and a Master's in Creative Writing from the University of Denver. I am the Managing Editor of Interstellar Flight Press, an indie SFFH publisher dedicated to publishing underrepresented genres and voices. I'm also a freelance editor with over ten years experience working with published authors.Leslie ArchibaldI'm Leslie and I'm a writer, photographer, and watercolor artist. I've been a longtime volunteer and organizer in the Houston writing community. I've always had an interest in photography and have taken courses at Houston Center for Photography. In 2023, I began experimenting with the merging of photography and watercolor painting. After several tries and ruined photographs, I found the right printer and the patience to create my \"merged\" series.My work has appeared inInterstellar Flight Press, Spider Road Press, Synkroniciti,Color:Story,and Sabine Street Studios. My latest chapbook,Poems for a Broken (Marriage) Manis available fromFinishing Line Press.MERGE Art Studio Policies:Merge aims to provide a safe and respectful atmosphere for creatives of all genres. Please read our policies below.Attendance and RegistrationTo register for our Events, sign up via our Eventbrite listings. After you have registered, Eventbrite will send you a confirmation. A few days before the event, you will receive an email from the instructor with more details on our location, parking, and other details.Age RequirementsThere is no set age for attendees, but some of our events are meant for adults only and will be marked as such.Code of ConductMerge is dedicated to providing a creative space that is characterized by courtesy and respect for all instructors, students, staff, and visitors. We strictly prohibit harassment of any kind, including sexual, physical, or verbal. We also prohibit discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics. Any behavior that may damage the art, walls, or larger Deutser studio space is prohibited. We reserve the right to ask anyone who violates these guidelines to leave and not return.RefundsWe allow workshop refunds up to 7 days before the workshop begins. This gives us time to prepare the space and materials for the workshop. Refund requests are handled automatically via Eventbrite. We specially curate each session we host, and this policy helps us keep our doors open as a small, artist-run art studio.Group EventsWe limit ticket orders to two tickets at a time. We are a small artists' studio and can only accommodate ten people at a time. For group orders, please contact hlwalrath [at] gmail [dot] com. We are always happy to accommodate, but we have limited space. We can also create custom events for groups." } ] } ] ```