Objective: This course is designed to show
participants how to use naturally occuring experiences to unlock the
creative and genius potential within. In 4 weeks we will explore
artistic perception, methods, and presence to unleash creativity
through literary expression.
Pre-Registration is required: Class is limited to 8 participants. Please register as soon as possible.
Prerequisite: None.
Wordshop Duration: 4 weeks
2008 Wordshop Dates:
February 5th –26th Tues. 6:30-8:30 pm;
May 7th –28th Wed. 6:30-8:30pm;
June 4th –25th Wed. 6:30-8:30pm;
August 6th -27th Wed. 6:30-8:30pm;
Tuition: $25.00
Materials/Text Fee: Included
Required Materials: Journal or Notebook
About the Facilitators: James & Kara teach Creative Writing, Poetry and Journaling at Amicus Books Literary Arts Center in Marysville.
Class Outline:
Week 1: The Creative Life
The many challenges of literary life are treasure troves of
opportunity, and for every one, there exists a key to unlocking the
gift hidden inside. This wordshop begins with an exercise designed to
move the participant past those challenges or “blocks” and discover new
ways of developing and editing work, while avoiding self-censorship.
Week 2: Reflections
We are often unconscious about the effect of our environment on our
creative pool. While we may be aware of annoyances, we are seldom
aware of enhancements. This wordshop is an experiment with
outside stimuli and specific effects on literary composition.
Week 3: Tapping into the Universal Pool
We often look to others for encouragement and even inspiration.
This wordshop focuses on group process writing, designed to open doors
in literary expansion, dealing with ideas and modes that take place in
group settings.
Week 4: Games People Play
Very
often, it is life's random moments that give us the material we need for
literary genius. This wordshop focuses on using game playing as a
jumping off point to finding poetic style in everyday
living. In addition to the writing exercises, we will also
discuss--Life after Wordshop: Ways to keep using these techniques to
keep our imaginations alive and flourishing.
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