The Thinker.
I'll have to think about it.29 total reviews
Comment from Kingsrookviii
The brilliance here is how you sandwich amusement with speckled in, honestly deep, question. Your choice of picture doesn't hurt. I remember those statues in the 70's, everywhere, with Buda! Lol
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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The brilliance here is how you sandwich amusement with speckled in, honestly deep, question. Your choice of picture doesn't hurt. I remember those statues in the 70's, everywhere, with Buda! Lol
Comment Written 15-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Thank you, KingMan the 8th! Ekphrastic poetry starts with a thought about a work of art. In my poem, I started with Rodin's initial thought which stimulated him to produce the sculpture. That thought was of a poet. Later he changed it to "The Thinker". That thought then inspired Munch's Van Gogh style of painting. If you look closely at the background of Munch's painting, you will see a small group of children. Munch's thought provoked my thought to produce a lighthearted Ekphrastic poem which address's Rodin's original thinking morphing into the deeper philosophy of "The Thinker". However, because Rodin initially named it "The Poet", I believe the answer to the question, "What is he thinking" is quite simple; Why Me?
All the best, Yard
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Incredible information. I am in awe; cannot thank you enough. M.B.B
Comment from Barry Penfold
I see the image and then think of the endless interpretations that become available to each individual. the pose reminds me of a TV show Called, I think, Dobbie Gillis.
Well done. Questions galore for all to explore.
Keep well.
Regards
Barry Penfold.
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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I see the image and then think of the endless interpretations that become available to each individual. the pose reminds me of a TV show Called, I think, Dobbie Gillis.
Well done. Questions galore for all to explore.
Keep well.
Regards
Barry Penfold.
Comment Written 15-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Thank you, Barry. Ekphrastic poetry starts with a thought about a work of art. In my poem, I started with Rodin's initial thought which stimulated him to produce the sculpture. That thought was of a poet. Later he changed it to "The Thinker". That thought then inspired Munch's Van Gogh style of painting. If you look closely at the background of Munch's painting, you will see a small group of children. Munch's thought provoked my thought to produce a lighthearted Ekphrastic poem which address's Rodin's original thinking morphing into the deeper philosophy of "The Thinker". However, because Rodin initially named it "The Poet", I believe the answer to the question, "What is he thinking" is quite simple; Why Me?
Comment from Jeano
Being new to fan story and poetry, I'm still kind of lost. Would this be a poem of observation? Is there such a title for poetry? It seems to have strict rules or no bounds at all. I like how you used all the different point(s) of view. I'm enjoying, more than I thought I would, the poetry on this site, and have even participated a couple of times so far. It has at least, gotten me back to writing more and I enjoy the feedback from others.
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reply by the author on 16-Jan-2024
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Being new to fan story and poetry, I'm still kind of lost. Would this be a poem of observation? Is there such a title for poetry? It seems to have strict rules or no bounds at all. I like how you used all the different point(s) of view. I'm enjoying, more than I thought I would, the poetry on this site, and have even participated a couple of times so far. It has at least, gotten me back to writing more and I enjoy the feedback from others.
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Comment Written 14-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2024
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Hello, Jeano. Welcome to Fan Story and the challenges of poetry. If you don?t mind, I?m going to offer you a few suggestions. First, don?t feel overwhelmed by the complexities of poetry. Rule #1: write from your heart. Rule #2: Poetry has forms. Rule#3: There is an exception to Rule #2: Free style. (there are many) Finally be mindful, Fan Story does not make poetry rules. The rules to poetry were established centuries ago. They have names. Become familiar with them so you may succeed and grow.
Also, when reviewing, take care to read the author?s notes at the bottom of the page. Those notes will assist you to understand whatever the author believes the reader should know.
Your review of ?The Thinker? is an example of your review questions already being answered at the bottom of the page. "This is an ekphrastic freestyle story poem where rhyme and meter are incidental to the influence of the artwork to the viewer. The artwork (can be any work of art) invites introspection that will be versed."
Finally, consider your experience before coming to a judgement about another writer?s work.
"The Thinker" received 58 views with 25 reviews. 24 of those reviews rated "The Thinker" 5 star excellent by senior poets. You rated "The Thinker with 4 stars." You shared what you liked about the poem but said nothing as to why you thought it needed work to achieve an 'Excellent' rating. All in all, I think you have a great opportunity to excel as a writer here at Fan Story. Many will assist you to reach ?Author? status.
All the best, Yardier.
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Yardier, thank you very much for taking the time to enlighten me. I will take all of your advice to heart, and try to read all the words more carefully. I have never been a big fan of poetry but am finding it much more interesting. You say "write from your heart." That alone helps me to understand where poetry comes from, and will make it much more enjoyable to read. It will make me think what that person's heart must be feeling. Thanks again for your time and suggestions. I appreciate both.
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You got it, Jeano, stay the course and you'll be fine,
Yard
Comment from royowen
Oh yes I can understand where this is going, and of course it is addresssing a very famous sculpture that is much more than just a sone statue but an iconic symbol, beautifully written my friend, well done blessings Roy
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Oh yes I can understand where this is going, and of course it is addresssing a very famous sculpture that is much more than just a sone statue but an iconic symbol, beautifully written my friend, well done blessings Roy
Comment Written 14-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Thank you, Roy. Ekphrastic poetry starts with a thought about a work of art. In my poem, I started with Rodin's initial thought which stimulated him to produce the sculpture. That thought was of a poet. Later he changed it to "The Thinker". That thought then inspired Munch's Van Gogh style of painting. If you look closely at the background of Munch's painting, you will see a small group of children. Munch's thought provoked my thought to produce a lighthearted Ekphrastic poem which address's Rodin's original thinking morphing into the deeper philosophy of "The Thinker". However, because Rodin initially named it "The Poet", I believe the answer to the question, "What is he thinking" is quite simple; Why Me?
Blessings back, Yard
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That?s right
Comment from Ulla
Indeed, he sits there frozen in time, and it does make you wonder what goes through his head, if anything. You have written a wonderful little story what this masterpiece evoked in you. I liked it a lot. Ulla :)))
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Indeed, he sits there frozen in time, and it does make you wonder what goes through his head, if anything. You have written a wonderful little story what this masterpiece evoked in you. I liked it a lot. Ulla :)))
Comment Written 14-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Thank you, Ulla. Ekphrastic poetry starts with a thought about a work of art. In my poem, I started with Rodin's initial thought which stimulated him to produce the sculpture. That thought was of a poet. Later he changed it to "The Thinker". That thought then inspired Munch's Van Gogh style of painting. If you look closely at the background of Munch's painting, you will see a small group of children. Munch's thought provoked my thought to produce a lighthearted Ekphrastic poem which address's Rodin's original thinking morphing into the deeper philosophy of "The Thinker". However, because Rodin initially named it "The Poet", I believe the answer to the question, "What is he thinking" is quite simple; Why Me? (;-))
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
You made me smile here as reality kicks in with this sculpture as it sits in the park naked and thinking, a fun post, I am thinking that art is in the eye of the beholder, love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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You made me smile here as reality kicks in with this sculpture as it sits in the park naked and thinking, a fun post, I am thinking that art is in the eye of the beholder, love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 14-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Thank you, Dolly. I always appreciate your time and feed back. Ekphrastic poetry is not well known or particularly popular. This unique format starts with a thought about a work of art. In my poem, I started with Rodin's initial thought which stimulated him to produce the sculpture. That thought was of a poet. Later he changed it to "The Thinker". That thought then inspired Munch's Van Gogh style of painting. If you look closely at the background of Munch's painting, you will see a small group of children. Munch's thought provoked my thought to produce a lighthearted Ekphrastic poem which address's Rodin's original thinking morphing into the deeper philosophy of "The Thinker". However, because Rodin initially named it "The Poet", I believe the answer to the question, "What is he thinking" is quite simple; Why Me?
All the best, Yard.
Comment from Julie G1
Well written. This is an age old puzzle. What are we all thinking, and what are thoughts anyway? This poem is a great response to an image, and used an apt choice of evocative words to create the puzzle. Overall, it worked well for this reader. Keep on writing.
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Well written. This is an age old puzzle. What are we all thinking, and what are thoughts anyway? This poem is a great response to an image, and used an apt choice of evocative words to create the puzzle. Overall, it worked well for this reader. Keep on writing.
Comment Written 14-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Hello, Julie. I appreciate your time and feed back. Ekphrastic poetry is not well known or particularly popular. This unique format starts with a thought about a work of art. In my poem, I started with Rodin's initial thought which stimulated him to produce the sculpture. That thought was of a poet. Later he changed it to "The Thinker". That thought then inspired Munch's Van Gogh style of painting. If you look closely at the background of Munch's painting, you will see a small group of children. Munch's thought provoked my thought to produce a lighthearted Ekphrastic poem which address's Rodin's original thinking morphing into the deeper philosophy of "The Thinker". However, because Rodin initially named it "The Poet", I believe the answer to the question, "What is he thinking" is quite simple; Why Me?
All the best, Yard.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for sharing this poem with us. Rodin's "The Thinker" had been a subject of many discussions through the years and some jokes. I would love to have a conversation with Rodin about this piece of artwork. Your poem flowed smoothly.
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Thank you for sharing this poem with us. Rodin's "The Thinker" had been a subject of many discussions through the years and some jokes. I would love to have a conversation with Rodin about this piece of artwork. Your poem flowed smoothly.
Comment Written 14-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Hello, Barbara. I always appreciate your time and feed back. Ekphrastic poetry is not well known or particularly popular. This unique format starts with a thought about a work of art. In my poem, I started with Rodin's initial thought which stimulated him to produce the sculpture. That thought was of a poet. Later he changed it to "The Thinker". That thought then inspired Munch's Van Gogh style of painting. If you look closely at the background of Munch's painting, you will see a small group of children. Munch's thought provoked my thought to produce a lighthearted Ekphrastic poem which address's Rodin's original thinking morphing into the deeper philosophy of "The Thinker". However, because Rodin initially named it "The Poet", I believe the answer to the question, "What is he thinking" is quite simple; Why Me?
All the best, Yard.
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LOL Thank you for sharing this with me.
Comment from Julie Helms
This is a great poem/commentary on that painting and the statue it represents.
I love the humor of the bubblegum on the buttocks, and the peeking girls. And you have amazingly wrapped that together with the existential questions. I enjoyed this, thanks for sharing! Julie.
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reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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This is a great poem/commentary on that painting and the statue it represents.
I love the humor of the bubblegum on the buttocks, and the peeking girls. And you have amazingly wrapped that together with the existential questions. I enjoyed this, thanks for sharing! Julie.
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Comment Written 14-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 18-Jan-2024
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Thank you, Julie, I appreciate your time and feed back. Ekphrastic poetry is not well known or particularly popular. This unique format starts with a thought about a work of art. In my poem, I started with Rodin's initial thought which stimulated him to produce the sculpture. That thought was of a poet. Later he changed it to "The Thinker". That thought then inspired Munch's Van Gogh style of painting. If you look closely at the background of Munch's painting, you will see a small group of children. Munch's thought provoked my thought to produce a lighthearted Ekphrastic poem which address's Rodin's original thinking morphing into the deeper philosophy of "The Thinker". However, because Rodin initially named it "The Poet", I believe the answer to the question, "What is he thinking" is quite simple; Why Me?
All the best, Yard.
