ANATOMY OF THE PERSONAL ESSAY: Craft Your Story, Find Your Voice
Dive deep into the art of personal essay writing in this intensive 6-week course. Uncover the secrets of compelling personal narratives and learn to transform your experiences into powerful, publishable pieces. Course Overview Over six weeks, you'll explore the rich landscape of personal essays, mastering various forms and techniques to elevate your writing. From heart-wrenching memoirs to witty commentaries, you'll learn to craft essays that resonate with readers and editors alike. What You'll Learn
Course Highlights
Workshop Your Essay As a culmination of the course, you'll have the opportunity to workshop one of your essays with the class. Receive valuable feedback from both the instructor and your peers to refine and polish your work. Who Should Attend? This course is perfect for:
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DATES Jan 22 - Feb 26th 2025 - 6 Spots Left TIME Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:15PM DURATION 6 sessions over 6 weeks LOCATION Online via Zoom |
MEMOIR WORKSHOP
7 Week workshop Embark on a transformative journey with our Meditative Memoir Workshop - a unique seven-week experience that blends the tranquility of meditation with the art of memoir writing. Connect with Your Inner Self: Through guided meditation sessions, delve deep within yourself to uncover the essence of your life's story. Find solace in moments of stillness as you explore the vast landscape of your memories. Craft Your Narrative: Harness the power of meditation to evoke memories, emotions, and experiences, transforming them into beautifully crafted prose. Learn the art of storytelling as you weave your personal journey into a compelling memoir. Embrace Reflection: Each week, immerse yourself in reflective exercises designed to illuminate the pivotal moments of your life. Embrace introspection as you gain clarity and perspective on your past, present, and future. Join Our Community: Share your journey with a supportive community of fellow writers and seekers. Experience the power of collective wisdom and encouragement as you navigate the intricacies of your memoir. Each week, you will engage in meditative writing explorations designed to generate new pages of writing. You will also receive take-home explorations to further expand your work. Additionally, each writer will have the opportunity to workshop their writing and receive supportive feedback. Screenwriters & Novelists are welcome to take this workshop to help write evocative scenes as their characters. Just let us know when you sign up and we will help with small adjustments to make sure you get what you need from the class.
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DATES
Sept 4th - Oct 9th 2024 - SOLD OUT TIME Wednesdays 6:30 - 8:15PM DURATION 6 sessions over 6 weeks LOCATION Online via Zoom "Jess's classes have gotten me through some very severe blocks. These are professional-grade tools that short circuit the fear, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism that stands in the way of you doing your best work. I rely on them regularly!"
- Carly Wray (Writer/Producer, Mad Men, Westworld) |