Poetry-Films: Words to Images with Jesse Gilbert

In this workshop, participants will examine the process of making short films to accompany their poetry. They will study the elements needed to translate the written word into moving images. This will include exploring different visual mediums, considering narrative versus non-narrative approaches, and exploring soundscapes.

Some knowledge of film and photography is helpful but not essential. This workshop is for those interested in interdisciplinary arts practice and experimenting with new mediums. Those wishing to find new audiences for their work will find this workshop useful in creating short-form filmed work.

Workshop Tutor Biography:

Jesse Gilbert is a filmmaker from the Beara Peninsula. His films take inspiration from his home place and have won awards at festivals both in Ireland and internationally. He is the current filmmaker-in-residence for the county of Kerry, where he works intergenerationally with those interested in filmmaking. In 2025, Jesse collaborated with poet Emer Fallon in delivering a series of poetry-film workshops.

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Cancellation/Refund Policy

If you cancel your place on a workshop three weeks or more before the start date, you will be offered a refund, less the booking fee.

If you cancel with less than three weeks before the start of a workshop, you will not be entitled to a refund, though a refund may be offered depending on the circumstances.

Workshops require a minimum number of participants to run.