Special Event

Event

Narrative Poetry Workshop

Joshua Tree National Park

Fee:

Free.

Location:

Cap Rock

Dates & Times

Date:

Sunday, September 24, 2023

Time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

2 hours and 30 minutes

Type of Event

Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Talk

Description

Humans have long been attracted to the art of storytelling. One could say that our lives are composed of a series of different stories that we tell ourselves and/or one another. In this workshop, we'll look at this narrative art and how to effectively channel our experiences into powerful poetry. We'll study and discuss examples of celebrated poems and discuss techniques for sound and crafting good poetry. Then, through a series of writing prompts, we'll examine our own narratives and turn them into poems. This course will also consider tempo, pacing, and effective use of line breaks. This workshop is for anyone interested in poetry and storytelling.

Reservation or Registration: Yes

Advanced registration will be required for sessions and is limited to 25 participants. To register please email ian_chadwick@nps.gov.

Contact Information

Ian Chadwick

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