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"First drafts are about profusion, not perfection," says instructor Daniel Ari. "That's what Raw Writing is all about. We set our expectations aside so we can get down to creating without worrying whether it's 'good.' Poetry, fiction, memoir, dialogue, or fragments—we find a starting point and go."

Each class session begins with a warm-up exercise and includes two to three writing prompts to spark your inspiration and allow you to experiment with a curious, playful mind. Prompts might revolve around subject matter, style, word choice, or other variables.

With the support of these "assignments," you're free to draft while your inner critic leaves you alone for a while. If you create something you like, it's your innate brilliance shining through; if you're not crazy about the results—blame the exercise and move on to the next one. After five weeks, you'll have no fewer than a dozen first drafts that you can revisit and rework as you see fit.

"Students will have the opportunity to share what they write with the group (always optional), and feedback is kept to appreciations," Daniel says. "By letting yourself write raw, you'll overcome obstacles to explore new territory, hone your craft, and grow your storehouse of material."

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Schedule
  1. Monday, February 18, 7:00pm-9:30pm
  2. Monday, February 25, 7:00pm-9:30pm
  3. Monday, March 4, 7:00pm-9:30pm
  4. Monday, March 11, 7:00pm-9:30pm
  5. Monday, March 18, 7:00pm-9:30pm
Reviews
  • Daniel has a lovely combination of knowledge about writing and playfulness that allows him to create a space where I find it easy to let my creativity flow in new ways.

    Children's writer and poet, Karin Fisher-Golton

Details

Start:
Tuesday, February 19, 2019 @ 3:00 am PST
End:
Tuesday, March 19, 2019 @ 4:30 am PST
Cost:
$295.00
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Venue

Berkeley
2020 Milvia Street, Suite 460
Berkeley, CA United States
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10 days or more before the start date for a class, the registrant will receive a credit minus a 10% fee OR a refund minus a 20% fee.

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2 days or less before the start date for a class, the registrant will not receive a credit or a refund.

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