NEW WORKSHOPS
The Fold creates spaces for writers and songwriters to recover their original voice in the safety of community. We do this through creative writing groups where writing is celebrated and encouraged. We use a method of writing called the AWA Method in which each of our workshop leaders are certified.
Writing As A Spiritual Practice
(Must have attended a prior workshop through The Fold to register for this group)
This workshop is designed for folks who have participated in one of our workshops before. These six weeks will be filled with intentionality around writing as a spiritual practice as described in Pat Schneider's book, How The Light Gets In. This workshop will be great for writers who are looking to create space during their week for more creativity and expression.
What is the AWA Method?
Using a method created by acclaimed writer & poet, Pat Schneider, The Fold hosts several workshops throughout the year.
Each workshop hosts up to twelve participants and uses a variety of prompts to help writers and artists find their original voice. The participants write together each week and share their original work from the prompts. Responses are then given by the group using these five practices:
Everyone is equal – there is no writing hierarchy.
Respect Confidentiality & treat everything as fiction – focus on the writing, not the writer.
Practice listening – only point out what is strong, what is working. No criticism.
Craft is observed in one-on-ones & manuscript reviews.
Workshop leader writes & reads along with participants.
The practices of this method are used to help create safety in The Fold. We respect one another’s writing and voice.
“The Fold has been a shot in the arm for me creatively. I’ve been part of a few different groups and each one has its own personality. But every time, there is the same spirit of welcome that has encouraged and inspired me in my writing.”
If you’d like to read pieces that have come from our workshops, follow our blog in the link below.