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Brooklynian » Tag: writing - Recent Posts http://brooklynian.com/forum/tags/writing en-US Mon, 20 May 2013 00:55:56 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q http://brooklynian.com/forum/search.php Writing/SAT Tutoring from an Anthologized Essayist http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/writingsat-tutoring-from-an-anthologized-essayist#post-768201 Wed, 15 May 2013 20:03:34 +0000 avidavis 768201@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ If interested write to <a href="mailto:avidavisclasses@gmail.com">avidavisclasses@gmail.com</a> Writing/SAT Tutoring from an Anthologized Essayist http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/writingsat-tutoring-from-an-anthologized-essayist#post-768200 Wed, 15 May 2013 19:58:10 +0000 avidavis 768200@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Are you (or is your child) addled by admissions essays, confounded by cover letters, troubled by term papers, or stumped by the SATs? Is your grammar garbled or your vocabulary vexed? Learn to make your writing say what you want it to say, without these common issues getting in the way. I offer personalized, one-on-one advice for students and professionals who want to develop writing that is clear and dynamic. I can also coach on how to tackle the SAT Critical Reading and Writing sections. I'll help you gain valuable skills you can use in any text: how to grab the reader's attention; how to convey complex ideas; how to integrate personal narrative with academic or professional information; how to avoid grammar pitfalls and how to use appropriate style; when to enrich your vocabulary and sentence structure, and when to keep it simple. Plus, you'll develop reading and editing abilities you can employ for the rest of your academic or professional career. I'm a twenty-eight-year-old professional writer, researcher, essayist and NYU graduate. My work has been published in the Best American Travel Writing Series, The Believer, n+1, and Vice Magazine. Classes can be held at your home, office, or another location of your choosing. Writing Through the Senses Weekend Workshop http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/writing-through-the-senses-weekend-workshop#post-767943 Thu, 09 May 2013 09:49:37 +0000 peggystafford 767943@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Writing Through the Senses Two-Day Workshop Whether you’re a writer, a business professional, an educator or an artist, our two-day Writing through the Senses Workshop will help you tap into your creative instincts and discover your potential. "In the year that I have studied Sense Writing, I have learned more about writing rich, detailed, complete stories than in any of my previous writing courses." - - Amanda Cargill Saturday, June 1st and June 8th 12:30-4:00 p.m. Register here ($140) 374 Fifth Avenue, Park Slope, Brooklyn Using your own life stories, explore the connection between your senses, emotions, and imagination. Through accessible tools, such as visualizations, simple physical exercises, and writing prompts, develop your creative voice. Writers of all levels and genres learn to bypass judgment and find pleasure in all the stages of the writing process. * Explore practical techniques to stimulate creativity, imagination, and innovative thinking. * Get over creative blocks and paralyzing self-criticism. * Set attainable creative goals and learn to work within them effectively. * Complete two short pieces. Madelyn Kent has served on the faculty of NYU/Tisch teaching playwriting, screenwriting, and memoir writing. The developer of "Sense Writing," she has held workshops and classes in North America and abroad. She is certified in Feldenkrais Somatic Education/ATM. Peggy Stafford, a two-time MacDowell fellow, has taught creative writing at the University of Washington’s Summer Program, and playwriting at Seattle Repertory Theatre and Brooklyn’s Fifth Avenue Committee. Madelyn and Peggy have worked together for several years initiating and creating collaborative environments. More about us and the classes at: <a href="http://www.pearstudios.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.pearstudios.org</a> or give us a call at 917/702-0151. Sense Writing is an innovative and pragmatic approach to writing that asserts creative flow starts with the body. Integrating the principles of Somatic Education with the art of writing, Sense Writing works to ease your nervous system so that you can find new sources of inspiration. Find out more here. Sense Writing 4-Week Course in Park Slope http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/sense-writing-4-week-course-in-park-slope#post-767444 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:44:58 +0000 peggystafford 767444@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Sense Writing I: Memory/Life Stories A 4-week writing course in Park Slope, Brooklyn Mondays, May 6 - June 3 (taking Memorial Day off) 7 - 9:30 p.m. Register here ($260). Open to writers of all levels and genres. Use your own life stories to explore the connection between your senses, emotions, and thoughts. Discover the deep satisfaction of finding yourself somewhere you never expected that feels just right. Through accessible tools, such as visualizations, simple physical exercises, and writing prompts, further develop your voice as a writer. *Inhabit the world of your writing through the senses. *Slow down and settle into your writing to uncover intrinsic structure. *Learn exercises that ease your nervous system and reduce anxiety about writing. *Set authentic creative goals and learn to work within them effectively. *Work with guided exercises between classes and by the end of the four weeks, complete three or four short pieces. The focus of the approach is on what is felt and "tangible" rather than abstract ideas of "good writing." Writers of all levels and genres learn to bypass judgment and find pleasure in all the stages of craft. To find out what people are saying, click here. Madelyn Kent has served on the faculty of NYU/Tisch teaching playwriting, screenwriting, and memoir writing. The developer of "Sense Writing," she has held workshops and classes in North America and abroad. She is certified in Feldenkrais Somatic Education/ATM. Peggy Stafford, a two-time MacDowell fellow, has taught creative writing at the University of Washington's Summer Program, and playwriting at Seattle Repertory Theatre and Brooklyn's Fifth Avenue Committee. Madelyn and Peggy have worked together for several years initiating and creating collaborative environments. More about us and the classes at: <a href="http://www.pearstudios.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.pearstudios.org</a> or give us a calls at 917/702-0151. Brooklyn Sense Writing Classes http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/brooklyn-sense-writing-classes-1#post-766976 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:43:57 +0000 peggystafford 766976@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Sense Writing Workshop Use your own life stories to explore the connection between your senses, emotions, and imagination. Discover the deep satisfaction of finding yourself somewhere you never expected that feels just right. Immerse yourself in the world of your writing. Learn exercises that ease your nervous system and reduce anxiety about writing. Practice the technique through guided exercises during the week and by the end complete 2-3 pieces of creative non-fiction. April 28 and May 5th (Both Sundays) 12:30 - 4:00 p.m. Jalopy Theater, Red Hook ($140) Sense Writing I: Memory/Life Stories A 4-week writing course in Park Slope, Brooklyn Mondays, May 6 - June 6 (taking Memorial Day off) 7 - 9:30 p.m. Register here ($320). Open to writers of all levels and genres. Through accessible tools, such as visualizations, simple physical exercises, and writing prompts, further develop your voice as a writer. Inhabit the world of your writing through the senses. Slow down and settle into your writing to uncover intrinsic structure. Learn exercises that ease your nervous system and reduce anxiety about writing. Set authentic creative goals and learn to work within them effectively. Complete three or four short pieces. The focus of the approach is on what is felt and "tangible" rather than abstract ideas of "good writing." Writers of all levels and genres learn to bypass judgment and find pleasure in all the stages of craft. Madelyn Kent has served on the faculty of NYU/Tisch teaching playwriting, screenwriting, and memoir writing. The developer of "Sense Writing," she has held workshops and classes in North America and abroad. She is certified in Feldenkrais Somatic Education/ATM. Peggy Stafford, a MacDowell fellow, has taught creative writing at the University of Washington’s Summer Program, and playwriting at Seattle Repertory Theatre and Brooklyn’s Fifth Avenue Committee. Madelyn and Peggy have worked together for several years initiating and creating collaborative environments. More about us and the classes at: <a href="http://www.pearstudios.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.pearstudios.org</a> or give us a calls at 917/702-0151. Sense Writing Weekend Workshops http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/sense-writing-weekend-workshops#post-766704 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 12:45:30 +0000 peggystafford 766704@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Sense Writing Two-Day Workshop April 20 and 27th in Park Slope, Brooklyn 12:30 - 4 p.m. or April 28 and May 5th in Red Hook, Brooklyn 12:30 - 4 p.m. Re-imagine the writing process as both a sensual and intellectual process. This innovative, seven-hour writing workshop uses memory and life stories to explore and refine the connection between your senses, emotions, and imagination to open up new dimensions in your work. •Learn to reduce anxiety to fully inhabit the world of your writing. •Slow down to uncover the intrinsic structures of craft. •Practice the techniques in guided exercises between sessions and complete one to two pieces of creative non-fiction. Because the focus of the approach is on what is felt and "tangible" rather than abstract ideas of "good writing," writers of all levels and genres learn to bypass judgment, immerse themselves fully in their writing, and find pleasure in all the stages of the craft. Open to anyone looking to overcome ineffective creative habits and make more art. Sense Writing includes in-class and out of class writing exercises and sharing in a supportive environment. Our exercises are unique in that they integrate simple visualizations and physical exercises designed to ease your nervous system, free up your voice, and refine your craft. Madelyn Kent has served on the faculty of NYU/Tisch teaching playwriting, screenwriting, and memoir writing. The developer of "Sense Writing," she has held workshops and classes in North America and abroad. She has completed multi-year trainings in Somatic Education techniques of Feldenkrais ATM and Fleming Elastics. Peggy Stafford, a MacDowell fellow, has taught creative writing at the University of Washington’s Summer Program, and playwriting at Seattle Repertory Theatre and Brooklyn’s Fifth Avenue Committee. Madelyn and Peggy have worked together for several years initiating and creating collaborative environments. More about us at: <a href="http://www.pearstudios.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.pearstudios.org</a> Sense Writing Weekend Workshop http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/sense-writing-weekend-workshop#post-766046 Sat, 23 Mar 2013 17:24:16 +0000 peggystafford 766046@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ A 2-day writing workshop in Park Slope, Brooklyn Saturdays, April 6 and 13 12:30 - 4 p.m. or Saturdays, April 20 and 27 12:3 - 4 p.m. $140 Use your own life stories to explore the connection between your senses, emotions, and thoughts. Through accessible tools, such as visualizations, simple physical exercises, and writing prompts, develop your voice as a writer. Inhabit the world of your writing through the senses. Slow down and settle into your writing to uncover intrinsic structure. Set authentic creative goals and learn to work within them effectively. Complete two short pieces. The focus of the approach is on what is felt and "tangible" rather than abstract ideas of "goodwriting." Writers of all levels and genres learn to bypass judgment and find pleasure in all the stages of craft. To find out what people are saying, click here. Madelyn Kent has served on the faculty of NYU/Tisch teaching playwriting, screenwriting, and memoir writing. The developer of "Sense Writing," she has held workshops and classes in North America and abroad. She is certified in Feldenkrais Somatic Education/ATM. Peggy Stafford, a two-time MacDowell fellow, has taught creative writing at the University of Washington’s Summer Program, and playwriting at Seattle Repertory Theatre and Brooklyn’s Fifth Avenue Committee. Madelyn and Peggy have worked together for several years initiating and creating collaborative environments. More about us and the classes at: <a href="http://www.pearstudios.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.pearstudios.org</a> or give us a call at 917/702-0151. Sense Writing: Life Stories and Fiction http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/sense-writing-life-stories-and-fiction-1#post-765475 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:05:59 +0000 peggystafford 765475@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ A 2-day writing workshop at Spoke the Hub, Park Slope, Brooklyn Sundays, April 7 and 14 11:30-3:00 Use your own life stories to explore the connection between your senses, emotions, and thoughts to expand your creativity. Through accessible tools, such as visualizations, simple physical exercises, andwriting prompts, develop your voice as a writer. Inhabit the world of your writing through the senses. Slow down and settle into your writing to uncover intrinsic structure. Set authentic creative goals and learn to work within them effectively. Complete two short pieces. The focus of the approach is on what is felt and "tangible" rather than abstract ideas of "goodwriting." Writers of all levels and genres learn to bypass judgment and find pleasure in all the stages of craft. To find out what people are saying, click here. Madelyn Kent has served on the faculty of NYU/Tisch teaching playwriting, screenwriting, and memoir writing. The developer of "Sense Writing," she has held workshops and classes in North America and abroad. She is certified in Feldenkrais Somatic Education/ATM. Peggy Stafford, a two-time MacDowell fellow, has taught creative writing at the University of Washington’s Summer Program, and playwriting at Seattle Repertory Theatre and Brooklyn’s Fifth Avenue Committee. Madelyn and Peggy have worked together for several years initiating and creating collaborative environments. More about us and the classes at: <a href="http://www.pearstudios.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.pearstudios.org</a> or give us a call at 917/702-0151. Sense Writing: Life Stories and Fiction http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/sense-writing-life-stories-and-fiction#post-764725 Fri, 22 Feb 2013 14:20:30 +0000 peggystafford 764725@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Sense Writing: Life Stories and Fiction A 7-week writing workshop at The Old Stone House, Park Slope, Brooklyn Tuesdays, March 5th – April 23rd (break for school holiday) 7:00 – 9:15 p.m. Register here ($340). Open to writers of all levels and genres. Use your own life stories to explore the connection between your senses, emotions, and thoughts. Through accessible tools, such as visualizations, simple physical exercises, and writing prompts, develop your voice as a writer. • Inhabit the world of your writing through the senses. • Slow down and settle into your writing to uncover intrinsic structure. • Set authentic creative goals and learn to work within them effectively. • Complete two or three short pieces. The focus of the approach is on what is felt and "tangible" rather than abstract ideas of "good writing." Writers of all levels and genres learn to bypass judgment and find pleasure in all the stages of the craft. Madelyn Kent has served on the faculty of NYU/Tisch teaching playwriting, screenwriting, and memoir writing. The developer of "Sense Writing," she has held workshops and classes in North America and abroad. She is certified in Feldenkrais Somatic Education/ATM. Peggy Stafford, a two-time MacDowell fellow, has taught creative writing at the University of Washington’s Summer Program, and playwriting at Seattle Repertory Theatre and Brooklyn’s Fifth Avenue Committee. Madelyn and Peggy have worked together for several years initiating and creating collaborative environments. More about us and the classes at: <a href="http://www.pearstudios.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.pearstudios.org</a> or give us a calls at (917)702-0151. 10 Secrets of Sense Writing 1. Aim low and feel the flow. 2. Be boring. 3. Curate your Id. 4. Share your shit. 5. Motivation & will power is for dieters not writers. 6. The Secret: Less (effort) is More (art). 7. Use your body. 8. Kill the inner critic and trust your choices. 9. Fire new synapses (& discover the benefits of neuroplasticity). 10. Write & craft will catch up. Memoir Writing Through the Senses, February 23 at The Old Stone House http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/memoir-writing-through-the-senses-february-23-at-the-old-stone-house#post-764444 Wed, 13 Feb 2013 14:20:04 +0000 peggystafford 764444@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ "Memoir Through the Senses" In this one-day workshop use your own life stories to explore the connection between your senses, emotions, and thoughts. In a supportive atmosphere: •Fully inhabit the world of your writing through your senses. •Investigate and refine the link between simple physical patterning, expanded imagination, and craft. •Complete two or three short pieces. Because the focus of the approach is on what is felt and "tangible" rather than abstract ideas of "good writing," writers of all levels and genres learn to bypass judgment, inhabit their writing, and find pleasure in all the stages of the craft. Open to writers of all levels and genres. An intimate, six-hour workshop. Saturday, February 23 10:00-4:00 At the Old Stone House, Park Slope, Brooklyn $130 Madelyn Kent has served on the faculty of NYU/Tisch teaching playwriting, screenwriting, and memoir writing. The developer of "Sense Writing," she has held workshops and classes in North America and abroad. Peggy Stafford, a two-time MacDowell fellow, has taught creative writing at the University of Washington’s Summer Program, and playwriting at Seattle Repertory Theatre and Brooklyn’s Fifth Avenue Committee. Madelyn and Peggy have worked together for several years initiating and creating collaborative environments. More about us and the classes at: <a href="http://www.pearstudios.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.pearstudios.org</a> Memoir Writing Through the Senses http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/memoir-writing-through-the-senses#post-763647 Thu, 24 Jan 2013 11:36:50 +0000 peggystafford 763647@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Memoir Through the Senses – February 10 – Old Stone House, Park Slope Sense Writing is a pragmatic and innovative approach to writing for artists, performers, writers, and anyone looking to find new dimensions to their work, overcome ineffective creative habits -- and make more art. A one-day workshop at The Old Stone House dedicated to exploring new ways of creating work. You will use your own life stories to develop a personalized connection to the craft of writing. - Fully inhabit the world of your writing through the senses - Investigate and refine the link between simple physical patterning, expanded imagination, and craft. - Complete one to two short pieces about your life. Because the focus of the workshop is on what is felt and "tangible" rather than abstract ideas of "good writing," writers of all levels and genres learn to find pleasure in all the stages of the craft. February 10 10:00-4:00 $150 Madelyn Kent has served on the faculty of NYU/Tisch teaching playwriting, screenwriting, and memoir writing. The developer of "Sense Writing," she has held workshops and classes in North America and abroad. Peggy Stafford, a MacDowell fellow, has taught creative writing at the University of Washington’s Summer Program, and playwriting at Seattle Repertory Theatre and Brooklyn’s Fifth Avenue Committee. Madelyn and Peggy have worked together for several years initiating and creating collaborative environments. More about us at: <a href="http://www.pearstudios.org" rel="nofollow">http://www.pearstudios.org</a> Where's Grandma? Definitely not in the Osceola vault... http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/wheres-grandma-definitely-not-in-the-osceola-vault#post-755797 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 15:33:39 +0000 PragmaticGuy 755797@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ It's Becky and ME. Where's Grandma? Definitely not in the Osceola vault... http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/wheres-grandma-definitely-not-in-the-osceola-vault#post-755704 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 12:33:49 +0000 JimmyBoi2 755704@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Join Becky and I as we search for her great-great-great-grandmother among the mucky Seminole County river villages... <a href="http://jimmyboi2.wordpress.com/2012/06/18/wheres-grandma-not-in-the-osceola-vault/">Where's Grandma?!?!?!</a> Summer Photography and Creative Writing Workshops for Teens!! http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/summer-photography-and-creative-writing-workshops-for-teens-1#post-752046 Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:33:15 +0000 charliejstephens 752046@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Creative Writing and Photography Workshops at Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture Projections: Writing and Street Photography Tues/Thursdays 3-5pm July 24-August 9 Sleeping on the Wing: Creative Writing Mon/Wednesdays 3-5pm July 23-August 8 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Projections-Summer-Writing-and-Photography-Workshop-for-Teens/103828369741985?ref=tn_tnmn" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/pages/Projections-Summer-Writing-and-Photography-Workshop-for-Teens/103828369741985?ref=tn_tnmn</a> Sliding scale tuition!! 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I specialize in working with career changers who want to market their skills and experience toward a new industry or role, helping them put together a solid resume that brands and sells. For information visit <a href="http://www.aspyresolutions.com/resume-services" rel="nofollow">http://www.aspyresolutions.com/resume-services</a> or email me at <a href="mailto:dana@aspyresolutions.com">dana@aspyresolutions.com</a>. Cheers! Food Writing http://brooklynian.com/forum/listings/food-writing#post-720255 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 17:24:04 +0000 3rdward 720255@http://brooklynian.com/forum/ Try out one of 3rd Ward’s new cooking-themed classes! Do you enjoy reading about food? In this three -week course, you will explore a full range of food writing-reviews, memoir, journalism, culinary history, blogs, and books. You also will learn how to write recipes, critique a restaurant, as well as discover what the current marketplace for food and writing is! 3rd Ward is an arts and design center located in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Wednesdays 2/9, 2/16, 2/23, 7-9:30 p.m. 3rd Ward, 195 Morgan Av., Brooklyn, NY