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Writer’s Toolbox: Finding Voice
Writer’s Toolbox: Finding Voice
A strong narrative voice can draw readers in and get them invested in your story. But what is voice? Come away with a better understanding of what it is and how to use it in your own work.
When: Thursday, July 23
Instructor: Melissa Burkart
Ages: Teen, Adult
Optional bring list: If you have a preferred writing medium, otherwise all materials provided.
Location: Hammond Hall, 427 Main Street, Winter Harbor, ME 04693
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $65 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $40 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $30 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $20 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Writer’s Toolbox: Intention
Writer’s Toolbox: Intention
All writers get stuck at some point. This generative workshop will explore intention--a powerful tool not only to unstick your writing but also to enrich your characters, setting, and plot.
When: Saturday, July 25
Instructor: Melissa Burkart
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring list: Your preferred writing medium.
Location: Hammond Hall, 427 Main Street, Winter Harbor, ME 04693
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $65 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $40 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $30 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $20 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Storytelling
Storytelling
Storytelling is for everyone, including kids whose writing skills haven't caught up to their imaginations yet. Collaborate to craft a story from start to finish in this generative writing workshop. (Suggested age is 6 and up.)
When: Sunday, July 26
Instructor: Melissa Burkart
Ages: Child
Bring list: All materials provided.
Location: Hammond Hall, 427 Main Street, Winter Harbor, ME 04693
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $65 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $40 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $30 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $20 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Writing (and all the secrets of life) - Session 1
Writing (and all the secrets of life)
Most who write have dreams of fame and fortune. Kent Nerburn, said, "Even with a dozen books in print, I made less than fifty thousand dollars in my best year." Still, you wish to write. Here's a workshop on the five W's and How to 'keep at it.'
When: Wednesday, July 29 and Thursday, July 30 (both sessions are from 10:00am to 12:00pm)
Instructor: William Cannon
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: All materials provided.
Location: Hammond Hall, 427 Main Street, Winter Harbor, ME 04693
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $110 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $85 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $65 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $45 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Writing (and all the secrets of life) - Session 2
Writing (and all the secrets of life) - Session 2
To register, see session 1 on Wednesday, July 29.
Write Your Memories
Write Your Memories
This workshop will get you started writing your life stories for your family or for publication. Discuss truth in memory, work on writing prompts, and critique each other's work. Come away with a good start and foundation for future work.
When: Sunday, August 2
Instructor: Cynthia Thayer
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Writing supplies.
Location: Dorcas Library, 28 Main St, Prospect Harbor, ME 04669
Flexible Tuition:
Pay It Forward Price: $125 – I am able to pay the tuition with an additional donation to support SAFA’s programs.
Full Price: $100 – I can make the price work financially.
Discount Price: $75 – (limited availability): Paying full price would be a stretch for me financially.
For All Price: $50 – (limited availability): Paying the full tuition would be a significant financial hardship.
Our goal is to make these workshops accessible to all, while maintaining sustainability of both the Arts for All Initiative and Schoodic Arts for All as a non-profit organization, as well as supporting our teaching artists by paying them fairly.
Jump Start Your Writing
This workshop is geared towards beginning or experienced writers who need a boost to get going with their story or memoir. We will do exercises and discuss each other’s work.
Ages: Teen, Adult
Bring: Pens, pencils, paper
Price: $50