Discover the ancient art of haiku
& the modern juxtaposition of words
This is a lovely book. From the discerning eye rendered at the tip of the pen are poems that grace us with sensitivity and insight.
Bowman and Canino provide a haiku journey rich in visual-textual allure.
~ Tom Painting, Piano Practice
Enjoy Haiku! Free Introductory Classes
The introductory talk is the first in a series of 4 classes designed to help you understand and enjoy haiku. We look at central themes in haiku through the poems of the early Japanese masters as well as modern poets. In each 18 - 28 minute session we explore how haiku reflects the era of the author as well a timelessness of each poem that speaks across the ages. New concepts are introduced in each class including the roles of the seasons, human nature, poetics and contemplative practice in haiku.
Intro to Haiku: Class 1
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Poetics of Haiku: Class 3
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Haiku and Humans: Class 4
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Schedule Highlights
THUR, SEPT 24, 2026
Dinner, orientation & haiku fun
FRI, & SAT, SEPT 25 - 26
Participants will receive hands-on feed back as Tom & Mary teach classes, facilitate small group workshopping and lead discussion.
Time is set aside for quiet reflection, inspirational nature walks & bird watching
SUNDAY, SEPT 27
Breakfast, good byes
Join published haiku poets and beloved teachers, Tom Painting & Mary Stevens, at the foot of the Chiricahua Mountains for an experiential haiku workshop.
Classes led by Tom and Mary invite participants of all levels to feel at home, enriched and challenged in this participatory and intimate gathering. You are invited to share, write and revise haiku. The small workshops with no more than 18 participants are designed to enliven your best work.