Redacted Poetry

What is Redacted / Blackout Poetry?

Blackout Poetry is a form of “found poetry” where you select words that catch your interest from a newspaper, book, or other printed text – along with a few additional words to make it flow. Then you “redact” all the words you don’t want. This is often (but not always) done with a black marker, hence the name “blackout poetry”. Your chosen words will form a new message, giving the text a whole new meaning.

https://www.teachkidsart.net/the-art-of-blackout-poetry/

Take your Blackout Poetry a step further by adding patterns, designs, or a drawing to the areas you’re “redacting”. For example, instead of just filling in around your chosen words with solid black, you could create a drawing or design that relates to your poem. Just as with any illustration, your art should support the remaining text and add to its meaning.

http://www.nowsparkcreativity.com/2018/10/the-easy-guide-to-blackout-poetry.html

Examples of Redacted Poetry as a summarizing tool