Join us March 5 at 6pm for a A Surrealist Poetry
Reading & Discussion presented by Brian Schorn
Surrealism began as a literary movement in 1920s Paris. Its official launch was in 1924 with founder, Andre Breton’s, Manifesto of Surrealism. Through techniques such as automatic writing, and dream documentation, the Surrealists were able to explore the depths of the subconscious.
The selected poems presented in this reading will offer a glimpse into the major poets during Surrealism’s evolution from the 1910s throughout the 1960s. Additionally, a selection of contemporary poets who continue to be impacted by the strange juxtapositions of Surrealism will also be featured.
Brian Schorn
About Brian Schorn
Brian Schorn is a multi-disciplinary artist. His college education includes a BFA in fine art photography and MFA degrees in fine art photography, graphic design, creative writing and electronic music. Since the 1990s, he has taught visual art, photography, comparative art, digital art, sound art, graphic design and creative writing at institutions including Interlochen Arts Academy, University of Michigan, Brown University, Eastern Michigan University and Grand Valley State University. Currently, Schorn teaches full-time in the Art+Design Program at Alpena Community College. Also, he frequently contributes to art exhibitions and publications as a curator, juror, and designer. For several years, he owned and operated Studio Rubedo, a contemporary art gallery in downtown Alpena.
Schorn’s first book of poetry and prose, Strabismus, published by the experimental press Burning Deck, is a journey into seeing words through images. His writing has been published in many journals nationally and internationally, including translations into Danish. His writing has appeared in journals alongside well-known Surrealists such as David Lynch and Georges Bataille.
Thank you Brian for bringing your creativity to the Besser Museum!
