An intensive, interactive workshop with a practical side, to help aspiring writers other creatives who long to claim an artistic identity and launch and sustain an artistic practice. Artists will achieve fresh insights into their 'why' and 'how.'
"This forced me to confront all my doubts, where they were coming from, and how to move past it and forward. Hearing others talk about similar doubts was freeing and gave me perspective."
--Hannah K.
"Every exercise was thought-provoking and appropriate for any type of artist. I came away from the session with new insights into some of my anxiety behaviors concerning my writing processes."
--Jean B.
"It really got me thinking about my path as a writer and my roadblocks. "
--Emily L.
"This was very insightful into myself!"
--Michelle S.
"I liked the printed material and the room to jot down notes and ideas."
--Jo D.
“It helped me to rethink my creative purpose and I would absolutely recommend it to others.”
"I enjoyed how Amy’s openness allows space for others to be open as well. I would recommend it to others.”
“I love how interactive the workshop was! I feel motivated to make writing a priority in my life and be more intentional about creating a writing practice outside of journaling.”
“Amy touched on individual vulnerabilities respectfully when people shared a fear or doubt.”
Adults of any age who long to become artists (in any form), but feel afraid or psychologically blocked from doing so. This is also for established artists who shy away from taking deeper risks in their artistic practices, and who need encouragement to do so.
Discover that you are not alone with your doubts! Learn ways to shift your mindset to grapple with doubt--and keep creating. You will leave feeling supported, encouraged, and inspired. You'll also take away new tools and fresh perspective on your artistic practice and goals.
Probing questions to jump-start insights into your creative process, personal reflections, group brainstorming, space to write--and draw! Draft your creative mission statement. Examine your allies and adversaries. And leave this work(play)shop feeling energized and better understanding your own creativity!
Artists often feel alone and unappreciated. Here, you'll join fellow artists in a safe space where we share concerns, challenges, and aspirations--and leave feeling inspired!
I run this in person for organizations, nonprofits, and artist groups by request. Standard fee is $25 per head. In some cases, I waive the fee. Minimum participants: 8. There is no maximum.
Contact Amy through this website or directly.
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