Are you looking for inspiration? Would you like to write new poetry in a safe, supportive environment while also making connections with others in the local literary community? Then please consider registering for one of Clark County Poet Laureate and Printed Matter Vancouver co-founder Christopher Luna’s upcoming creative writing classes:
Clark College
Poetry Matters: Writing Poetry
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Beginners and experienced writers alike will generate new works and discuss the poet’s role in the community. Read, listen to, and write poetry together in a supportive class focused on providing gentle, constructive feedback. Discuss how to construct a manuscript and ready it for publication. Writers of all experience levels are welcome. Bring paper & pen or laptop. Age 16+.
Class Information
Item Number: G028
Date: 01/04 – 02/29 M
Location: CCE 217
Time: 06:00pm – 08:30pm
Fee: $139.00
Instructor: Christopher Luna
No class on 1/18/2016
Multnomah Arts Center
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Literary Arts Workshops for Adults & teens
Poetry Writing
Poetry as a means of expression, exploration, and experience is available to everyone. Write poetry in response to prompts and read a variety of published poems that you can use as inspiration. Read and respond to one another’s work in this supportive setting, paying close attention to revision.
Jan 11, 2016 to Mar 14, 2016
Each Monday 10am to 12:30pm
MAC Room 8
$193
Except:
Monday, Jan 18, 2016
Monday, Feb 15, 2016
Poetry Collage Workshop (1044221)
Poets and artists have always used allusion and reference to create something new. Explore strategies for assembling borrowed words and images into art and poetry. Create visual collages that incorporate text, or poems that include visual aids. Bring in art material and/or text that you would like to use and lunch. Scissors, glue, and paper to collage on will be provided.
Ages 18 & up
Feb 20, 2016
Saturday 10am to 4pm
MAC Room 7
$62
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