Workshops and Classes

Creative Writing Workshop

Mondays [From Mar 21, 2011 until Apr 25, 2011]
6:30pm -> 9:30pm
Roof 68

This workshop is designed for those who would like to add a creative spark, a burst of creativity to their writings. Whether beginners, amateurs or professionals, this workshop will help you bring to the surface what’s been lying dormant inside of you.

When it comes to writing, all of us are often blocked in expressing our thoughts in writing – usually because of learned, preconceived ideas of how we should write, when the truth is here are no rules or limitations to writing.

In this workshop you will learn how to improve your writing skills through descriptive exercises, self-exploration, memory retrieval, lively class discussions and games.

Outline:

I – Introduction:
• Different genres in Creative Writing
• Goals and objectives

II – Creative Writing exercises:
• Description
• Dialogue Listening
• Lateral thinking
• Creating characters
• Five senses

III – Creative Writing games:
• Childhood memories
• What if?
• Character mapping
• Using paintings to make up stories
• Storytelling games

IV – Creative Writing tips

V – Final projec

Special Formula:The workshop will start on Mach 28, 2011

The deadline for registration is Friday 25 March

Special Feature:$180 for 5 sessions.