The Questions of Poetry - July 7th, 2024
KAKA MAMA FESTIVAL at Kunstfront Maastricht
Curated by Stefanie Gordin x Laura Claessens

Stefanie Gordin and Laura Claessens explore the tangible side of poetry. Using AI, they delve into the similarities among the most famous poems. What words did Shakespeare most frequently use in his sonnets, and why do haikus often revolve around frogs? In dialogue with each other, they strive to shape inspiration. Is it possible to distill the impulse behind a poem down to just an image, sentence, or word?

Their curated exhibit provides an interactive opportunity for visitors to create poetry. Through guiding questions, visitors can discover the guidelines to craft poetry that resonates intrinsically with them. From those who find poetry frustrating and prestigious to aspiring members of the Dead Poets Society, the posed questions are accessible to all.