Eye of the Iris

Summary

"Eye of the Iris" is a tanka poem that captures the beauty of Louisiana Purple Irises through vivid imagery and color contrast, published on Illumination and authored by Mia Verita in 2021.

Abstract

The web content presents a poem titled "Eye of the Iris," which is a tanka—a traditional form of Japanese poetry. The poem is accompanied by a photograph of a Louisiana Purple Iris, captured by the author using an iPhone 12 Pro. The tanka itself consists of five lines, painting a picture of the iris with its amethyst color and golden rays, likening it to a regal figure in a violet valley. The poem was inspired by the striking contrast of purple and yellow hues found in the iris. Mia Verita, the poet, expresses gratitude to the editors of Illumination for featuring the poem.

Opinions

The author, Mia Verita, finds the purple and yellow contrast of the irises particularly inspiring.
The poem personifies the iris as a "royal towering queen," suggesting a deep admiration for the flower's majestic beauty.
The use of a photograph taken by the author indicates a personal connection to the subject matter and a desire to share a personal perspective.
The acknowledgment of Illumination editors implies appreciation for the platform that allowed the poem to reach an audience.

POETRY

Eye of the Iris

A tanka