About the course
These workshops will take a unique approach to crafting intimate scenes of all kinds, ideal for practitioners of creative non-fiction, alternative romance, and prose poetry. Using examples from acclaimed authors such as Miranda July, Maggie Nelson, Ocean Vuong and Carmen Maria Machado, we will explore underrepresented approaches to sensuality and love. Avoiding cliché representations, this workshop will focus on the affective realms of awkwardness, humour, and the catharsis of breaking taboos.
The outcome will take form in powerful scenes not just about sex and sexuality, but moments which dig deep to the heart of character and narrative. Over four sessions we will explore close reading of inspirational texts, writing prompts and unorthodox exercises, insightful feedback and emotional unpacking.
About the tutor
Harper Walton has a Master’s Degree in creative writing from the Paris School of Arts and Culture. Their work has been featured by Magma, Seedlings, 1883 Magazine, Whitechapel Gallery, Venice Architecture Biennale and more. They edited the anthology Carnival at the End of the World for Buoy Press. They were awarded Highly Commended by Creative Future and the Manchester Cathedral poetry prize, Third Place in the Brick Lane Bookshop short story prize, and have won two Young Poets Network challenges.
Who is it for?
These workshops are open to all underrepresented, but will be of particular interest to queer, trans and feminist writers.
All underrepresented writers—those who face barriers to opportunities due to mental health issues, physical health/disability, sensory impairment, learning disabilities, neurodivergencce, substance misuse, survivors, working class backgrounds, and those from the LGBTQIA+ community, Black, Asian, traveler, mixed heritage or other global majority backgrounds.
Dates & Time:
Wednesdays: 14, 21, 28 May and 4 June
6-8 pm
This course takes place online via Zoom. Links will be sent seven days prior to the first session, and again the day of the first session.
Access:
You can see our full access commitments here. Please add any additional requirements when booking.
Cost:
£50 / £25 concessions
In order to make our resources stretch further, we have to subsidise some workshops with nominal fees well below most online courses. The more who book at full price, the more we’ll be able to offer.
Concessionary places are available for those on benefits, pensioners, unemployed/underemployed or on low wages. We do not ask for proof that you qualify.
If concessionary spaces are unavailable and/or the course is fully booked, we can add you to the waiting list if you e-mail info@creativefuture.org.uk.
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