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Uncrafted: A Poetry Workshop (Session 2)
August 3 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Uncrafted: A Poetry Workshop
Session 2
Join ARTFactory in celebrating the literary arts with a dual-session workshop in poetry! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just curious, this two-part workshop poses the question: what is poetry, really? Together we will read, write, reflect on, & workshop poems as well as discuss how and where to get published. Come ready to read, create & connect!
Lead by Gwen Fletcher, BA in English, Creative Writing from the University of Mary Washington. A former bookseller, Gwen has over a decade of experience in the book industry and has hosted countless poetry book clubs, writing workshops, author talks, open mics, and more.
Session 2 —
Open-ended prompt to start, free write
Reading: Olio, Tyehimba Jess
Discussion: Breaking the Rules — free verse, calligrams, prose-poems, return to form
Workshop: In small groups or as a whole, depending on class size, review and critique homework pieces
Group activity: Acts of self publication — review of publication opportunities, lit mags, zines, Poets & Writers, prizes, etc.
Tuition (Session 1): $38
Workshop date (Session 2 of 2): August 3, 2-4 pm
Instructor: Gwendolyn Fletcher
