A Novice to Art

A Novice to Art

 

 

 

i was a novice to art

he was an amateur at best

stroking my scars and imperfections

with the highbrowed demeanor

of a scholar.

 

our conversation was sparse

indulging in the contrast of shadow and light,

as he gathered his tools

in preparation

like a priest in benediction.

 

catching my breath i looked away

trying hard not to gaze upon

the smile behind his probing eyes,

the low brimmed fedora

that brought his chiseled features

into close proximity.

 

he encircled my  anatomy

like a lioness in a cage,

pointing my chin towards my left shoulder

capturing ribbons of braided sunlight

in the tendrils of upswept hair.

 

i took another breath,  exhaled

my gown descended to the floor

in a diaphanous pool

 

a novice to art.

Reviews

[Twilight]

Interesting, with some good word usage. It brought to mind a scenario in which, a woman and man meet in the context of an artistic pursuit of some kind. Perhaps, in the same dance group or an orchestra? Anyway, because the woman is possibly kind of new to all this, as a "novice"; it creates a barrier or tensions between herself and the guy she has eyes for? However, the guy is probably a snob; and doesn't know what he might be missing.! If he appreciated the woman enough, then her novice status in art; would not deter him! He seems to like her physical beauty, as is clearly suggested in verse four? Anyway, this is probably the best work which I have read by this authoress; so far.

[Kelly Scheppers]

A mighty perceptive insight! Thank you!

[Twilight]

Well, I admit that I made a few intuitive guesses; as part of that insight. I genuinely think it's probably your best piece of writing, which I have seen; so far.

[Trace]

I must admit, l had to go back and check whom the author was as l read this. Dam girl, this is Hot. You know how much l enjoy the sensual side of poetry. This is top shelf. And this is the second time I've read and commented.

Truly enjoyed the visual.

Huggs, T.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I don't post too many sensual pieces, but I immensely enjoy writing them. Thank you so much for your appreciation of the art! And a very Merry Christmas to you! Huggs, Kelly.

[Trace]

I would love to read your more sensual/spicy writing. I am planning on posting my whole "DESIRES" series. Over 30 poems about a variety of desires.

[Laz K.]

Art can be a tool in the arsenal of a Don Juan type seductor. Anything can be that and it all depends on the "prey."

"...some of them want to use you, some of them want to be used by you..."

[Kelly Scheppers]

Hey Laz, thanks so much! Good to see you! Merry Christmas!

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

so what's the story behind this poem?
my first thought was you were modeling for a painter, but then i thought maybe you are getting a tattoo. however, what's important isn't what is happening but the relationship between the persona and the artist. 'our conversation was sparse' and 'trying hard not to gaze upon / the smile behind his probing eyes,' were great lines that say a lot without giving too much away. so i merely ask my question out of curiosity.

[Kelly Scheppers]

Sorry, no juicy story to reveal. It was pure conjecture on my part. Thank you for your curiosity!

[Ern M. Yoshimoto]

it's cool. i'm not disappointed xD

[Neville]

Virgin on perfection if you ask me .. this is so bloomin cool it is HOT .. I take my Stetson off to ya Kelly .. actually, I don't have a Stetson, I've only been married the once and to the same gall and we have a total of two .. anyway, I digress, I take my cap off to you and truly .. Neville

[Kelly Scheppers]

Thank you, Nev! I'll give you a tip of my fedora, my friend!

[Coyote Poetry]

I like the use of art and touch dear Kelly. I agree. love should be like art. We should paint with hands and kiss. Pleasure and joy. Thank you dear friend for sharing the outstanding poetry. I did like.
Coyote

[Kelly Scheppers]

So happy to see you, John. Thank you so much. Many blessings, my friend!

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome dear Kelly.

[Lorry]

We were all novices at one point Kelly. At least that's what I tell myself when I miss the holder with my thingy... paintbrush, which usually ends in a splodge mess and a woman saying "well I'm not cleaning that up!"
Sometimes I only notice I've messed up when I'm left sleeping in the wet bit...from where my paintbrush landed on the bed and not in its holster!
Now, that's enough euphemisms me thinks, so all that's left to say is nicely captured piece and I'll try my best not to make such a mess next time!
😃

[Kelly Scheppers]

You are a wonder to behold, Lorry! Thank you for the smiles you bring!

[C. M. Miller]

I FEEL, I SEE, no novice in the poem, or from the pen, but reality in life, or from imagination? Which came first, or does it matter? Through the years Kelly, either you created the poetic moment, or you lived it, first.
Through the years of reading you, I can never tell. Quite frankly, I never want to know.

[Daz]

'A Novice to Art. ' I really enjoyed this poem.

[Kelly Scheppers]

Thank you, Daz. Much appreciate it!

[Daz]

You're very welcome.

[Trace]

This is a wonderful description of seduction.
Written in only the way a poet can.
I must admit, l am smitten.

Huggs, Trace.

[Kelly Scheppers]

Gee Trace, I don't think anyone has ever been "smitten" with what I wrote. I love it! Thank you!

[Trace]

It almost sounds like l read it before l wrote my latest. (I didn't) it's always a true pleasure to read you.
Huggs, T.