The Art of Writing: An 8-Week Writing Workshop Across Genres

NO CLASS JULY 3

The Art of Writing is an 8-week generative writing workshop designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and explore a variety of writing forms. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this course offers a space to experiment, grow, and share your voice.

Each week focuses on a different genre—from prose fiction and nonfiction to screenwriting and poetry—with guided prompts and peer critiques in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Weekly Breakdown:

Week 1: Introductions & creative warm-up prompts

Weeks 2–3: Prose fiction prompts + gentle feedback

Week 4: Nonfiction prompts + light critiques

Week 5: Script/Screenplay exercises + feedback

Week 6: Poetry prompts + optional critique

Week 7: Submit pieces to Story Factory; more prompts + sharing

Week 8: How to format your work & where to publish

By the end of the course, you’ll have a collection of fresh writing across genres, peer feedback, and practical tools to continue your writing journey beyond the workshop.

Come ready to write, share, and grow.

This workshop is open to writers of all levels and genres.

For Ages 15+

Instructor: Kay Hanifen

Tuition: $300

Prep for Publication: An 8-Week Writing Workshop

NO CLASS JULY 4

Ready to take your writing to the next level? Prep for Publication is an 8-week intensive writing workshop designed for writers who are ready to polish their work and explore the path to publication. Whether you're refining short stories, personal essays, or creative nonfiction, this workshop offers a supportive space to grow your craft and gain insight into the literary world.

Each week, we’ll combine thoughtful critique, generative writing prompts, and practical guidance on submitting your work for publication. By the end, you'll have two polished pieces, a deeper understanding of the submission process, and a list of resources to keep you moving forward.

Workshop Schedule:

Week 1: Introductions, formatting tips, critique ground rules, key resources, and writing prompt exercises to spark creativity

Weeks 2–6: Workshop and critique two pieces from each participant + weekly reading discussions and generative writing prompts

Week 7: Submit your final drafts for Story Factory, learn where to submit your work, and demystify the publication process

Week 8: Literary Magazine Workshop — dive into real lit mags to understand what editors look for and how to tailor your submissions

This workshop is ideal for writers looking to share their work, receive feedback, and gain the confidence to submit to publications. Bring your voice, your stories, and your curiosity—we’ll take care of the rest.

For Ages 15+

Instructor: Kay Hanifen

Tuition: $300, Payment plan eligible

PERSONAL PATTERNS ~ EXPRESSIVE ADDITIONS TO YOUR PALETTE OF PAPERS (Session 3 of 4 - Join the full 4-class series – Get 10% off)

Want to make your papers truly yours? Add your personal artistic touch with patterns!

In Session Three, you’ll explore various methods for creating intentional designs, from expressive hand-drawn marks to stamping and stenciling. Whether you prefer bold graphic shapes or delicate, intricate motifs, you’ll leave with a collection of uniquely patterned papers that reflect your artistic voice.

WHAT YOU’LL GET:
✅ All Supplies Included – Just bring yourself! Everything you need is provided.
✅ Take-Home Extras – Any provided paper supplies you don’t use in class are yours to keep.
✅ Handouts & Bonus Materials – Helpful guides and tips so you can continue exploring beyond the class.
✅ Hands-On, Interactive Learning – Learn by doing in a fun, supportive environment where creativity thrives.
✅ Perfect for All Experience Levels – Whether you're a fine artist or a paper craft enthusiast, there’s something for you!

FLEXIBLE CLASS OPTIONS:
Take just one class – Pick the session that interests you most! (Full price per class) Join the full 4-class series – Get 10% off and build a complete, versatile palette of papers!

No prior experience is needed—just a passion for creativity and a love for paper! Whether you're a mixed media artist, scrapbooker, or paper enthusiast, this series will open up endless possibilities for your creative practice.

Are you ready to unlock your creativity and craft a palette of papers that are truly one-of-a-kind?

Reserve your spot today and start creating!

Tuition: $100 Supply fee: $25
(Separate Suppy Fee for each class covers all materials used in the class to create the papers including all base papers as well as use of Instructor’s tools, paints, and media.)

Paint Bold: A Palette Knife Adventure
Ready to loosen up and add a fresh tool to your artistic toolbox? This one-day workshop is perfect for artists who love texture, want to explore expressive mark-making, or are curious about bringing new energy into their paintings or collages. Working in oils, you’ll learn how to usethe palette knife to create dynamic surfaces, but the skills you’ll gain translate beautifully across mediums. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned painter, this is your chance to play, explore, and paint boldly!

Early bird tuition: $160 (rate ends May 31)
Standard tuition (rate after May 31): $180

Supply fee: $20

Ages: 13-Adult

FROM FRAGMENTS TO FANTASTIC ~ ONE-OF-A-KIND ACCENT PAPERS (Session 4 of 4 - Join the full 4-class series – Get 10% off)

Take your paper-palette making to the next level by combining, assembling, and reinventing!

In Session Four, you’ll transform existing papers into entirely new creations by deconstructing, curating, and reconstructing elements into striking, handcrafted designs. This session will inspire you to think outside the box—piecing together textures, colors, and patterns into unexpected and stunning compositions.

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

✅ All Supplies Included – Just bring yourself! Everything you need is provided.

✅ Take-Home Extras – Any provided paper supplies you don’t use in class are yours to keep.

✅ Handouts & Bonus Materials – Helpful guides and tips so you can continue exploring beyond the class.

✅ Hands-On, Interactive Learning – Learn by doing in a fun, supportive environment where creativity thrives.

✅ Perfect for All Experience Levels – Whether you're a fine artist or a paper craft enthusiast, there’s something for you!

FLEXIBLE CLASS OPTIONS:
Take just one class – Pick the session that interests you most! (Full price per class) Join the full 4-class series – Get 10% off and build a complete, versatile palette of papers!

No prior experience is needed—just a passion for creativity and a love for paper! Whether you're a mixed media artist, scrapbooker, or paper enthusiast, this series will open up endless possibilities for your creative practice.

Are you ready to unlock your creativity and craft a palette of papers that are truly one-of-a-kind?

Reserve your spot today and start creating!

Tuition: $100 Supply fee: $40
(Separate Suppy Fee for each class covers all materials used in the class to create the papers including all base papers as well as use of Instructor’s tools, paints, and media.)

Crash Course in Drawing – One-Day Workshop
Jumpstart your drawing skills in just one day! This 6-hour intensive workshop is designed to give you a solid foundation in the essential elements of drawing—composition, proportion, and value. You'll learn how to see like an artist, simplify complex forms, and render light and shadow with confidence. Through guided demos and hands-on exercises, you'll complete a final still life drawing using all the techniques covered. Whether you're a total beginner or a painter looking to sharpen your drawing skills, this crash course is the perfect way to boost your visual understanding and artistic control.

All materials provided just bring your own sketchbook.

Early bird tuition: $160 (rate ends May 31)

Standard tuition (rate after May 31): $180

Ages: 14-Adult

Foundational Oil Painting Class
“Oil Painting in a Day: Learn the Alla Prima Approach”
Curious about oil painting but don’t have weeks to commit? This focused 1-day, 6-hour workshop is your perfect entry point. You’ll learn how to work confidently with oil paints, understand essential materials and mixing techniques, and complete a small painting using the alla prima (direct) method—all in one immersive session. Through guided demonstrations and hands-on practice, you’ll build a solid foundation in color theory, values, and brush handling. We’ll spend extra time on mixing colors and understanding paint behavior so you can paint with confidence and clarity. Whether you're new to oils or need a structured refresher, you’ll leave with practical skills, a finished painting, and the inspiration to keep going.

Early bird tuition: $160 (rate ends May 31)

Standard tuition (rate after May 31): $180

Ages: 13-Adult

SUPPLY OPTIONS
Students may choose to purchase a "supply kit" for $30 OR students may purchase their own supplies from the teacher link below:

Recommended Supplies are available on Jerry’s Artarama under:- Resources- My Student List- “teacher wishlist” “ChristineRaymond, Inperson,Virginia- Oil Painting class-https://www.jerrysartarama.com/teacherwishlist/view/index/id/3cRskahpXjJhS2SyW0A0b3yP9DU2Neu6 

Fun with Color
The Joy of Color: Mix, Match, and Master
Are you overwhelmed by color choices and still not getting the results you want in your paintings? Fun with Color is a playful, practical workshop designed for artists who want to take control of their palette, understand color mixtures, and use color confidently to create mood, light, and harmony in their work. Taught at a national conference for artists, this workshop helps you finally make sense of limited palettes, color schemes, and the effects of light. We’ll work in fast-drying acrylics to explore mutes, tones, tints, shades, color relativity, and color psychology—so you can apply what you learn right away. You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of how color works and how to make it work for you.

Early bird tuition: $160 (rate ends May 31)
Standard tuition (rate after May 31): $180

Supply fee: $20

Ages: 13-Adult