Figurative Poetics is an engaging alternative that goes beyond simplistic site-specific, place-making and way-finding approaches. The 530 banners capture the diverse voices of Houston’s robust literary scene from Houston’s poet laureates to school children with a collection of poetry, quotes and lyrics juxtaposed with images of life in Downtown Houston. Figurative Poetics beautifully reveals the complex and unlikely character that is Houston. Special thanks to contributing local and national poets and writers, both young and old, and to Miah Arnold of Grackle and Grackle.