Words vs. Pictures

I watched this movie awhile ago called Words and Pictures-I loved it.  Have you seen it?

Clive Owen and Juliette Brioche play two school teachers.  They have their own problems, but daily they inspire their students.   The film was made in Vancouver, Canada-shout out to Sherry, who lives there. It is suggested in the film, they are in my state of Maine.   The premise is words vs art.  Two teachers begin a playful taunt that leads to the school taking sides...what is more meaningful words or art?     The English teacher recites beautiful lines in the English language-the Art teacher states the obvious. 

"A picture is worth a thousand words."  *****

                     

These days I actually prefer Indie flicks.  I love the quirky real life feel and how people deal with their gifts and obstacles.   Lately, I am disappointed with the big box office flicks-that make me feel  like I have wasted my time and money.   I know not all big blockbusters do this-but many do. 


So, your challenge is to combine words and art.    For the art part-I want you to pen a poem about a piece of art that moves us.   It can be something famous, something a child made for you or a loved one, or  it can be a carved bar of soap.  It just has to move you in a profound way.  Your poem will gives us insight to the 'why'!     Please give credit to the artist-you have selected.

 For the word part-I want a quote that reflects a sentiment of the art.  I mean if you really can't find one think of Mary Oliver's  "Instructions for Life:  Pay Attention.  Be astonished.  Tell about it."  

I look forward to your poetic penned Masterpieces~