“‘Contentment’ and ‘A Sense of the Absurd’”

Poetry excerpts:

written by

Naomi-Natalie Brown


"An Experimental Poetry Collection'“ dives into the vibrant world of experimental poetry crafted by the talented MA Professional Creative Writing students at Coventry University. This poetry anthology pamphlet showcases the innovative spirit and creative prowess of emerging poets who have taken the ‘Emerging Writing Specialisms’ module, pushing the boundaries of poetic form and expression. Each poem is a journey into the uncharted, accompanied by insightful notes from the poets themselves, offering a glimpse into their creative process and unique perspectives. Prepare to be inspired and moved by this bold exploration of contemporary poetry. Naomi-Natalie’s featured poems ‘Contentment' and ‘A Sense of the Absurd’ are playful and enjoyable pieces that lean into the magical qualities of the experimental poetry genre. Naomi-Natalie uses her skills to explore not only a hypnotic use of repetition, but also form and structure.

Pamphlet Published: 2021

[A Sense Of The Absurd]

A

    Se

        -Nse

                  Of

                        T

                          -He

                                   Absur

                                              -D.

 

CHaRLie CHaPLin’s TRamP.

CHaPlinESque.

HUmour.

SHooTs.

OUT!

BANG!

WHooSH

DoWN

the

DRain

it

GOes.

[Contentment]

Tahitian girl with a flower

Hair pulled to the side

Eyes trailed off to the side

                         Contentment.

                    

(I) the viewer cannot see

Dressed in a dark blue

Light threads highlight her neck and hands

                                      Contentment.

        

A orange flower

Held between middle and forefinger

Yellow and red – with flowers printed on top

Primary colours pop.

                                                Contentment.

 

Vahine no te (ti) Tiaze

No real expression 

Posed to read as natural

Natural

Subtle vividness

                                                          Contentment.