‘To black out something is to delete or obscure it. ’Welcome to the enchanting world of black out poetry, also known as erasure or redacted poetry, an artistic pursuit that breathes fresh life into the written word.

Choose an existing piece of text from a newspaper, magazine, or novel, then use a marker pen to selectively remove words and phrases, creating a new poem or message from the remaining text. Engage in a highly intuitive and spontaneous process, where the existing words serve as your playground for expression, guiding your creative choices.

The resulting poems span the spectrum from concise and minimalist to elaborate and abstract, reflecting your individual preferences and stylistic flair. One of the most captivating aspects of black out poetry is the interaction between the old and the new.

As remnants of the obscured text peek through, they add depth and nuance, creating a dynamic interplay between what is concealed and what is revealed. Explore the endless possibilities, experiment with different techniques, and uncover themes of interpretation, reinterpretation, and the inherent power of language.

Within the pages of "Hidden Messages," a world of hidden truths awaits. This collection of blackout poetry by Austin Barton takes you on a transformative journey through the art of revelation.

"Hidden Messages" is more than a book, it's an invitation to explore the depths of emotion and meaning. From the poignant to the profound, these poems resonate with the universal experiences of love, loss, and the quiet moments of introspection that shape our lives.

Every blackout reveals a hidden gem of wisdom. "Hidden Messages" is a testament to the power of poetry to illuminate the unseen and to remind us that sometimes, the most profound messages are the ones left unspoken.

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