Join Lorette and Women on Writing for an Ekphrastic Course with Women Artists!

This course focuses on stretching our ekphrastic imagination by looking at and writing from artworks by women. Ekphrastic writing has a long history, but a simple definition is “writing inspired by art.” An ekphrastic practice fires up our imagination and expands our writing; writing after art, in turn, expands our understanding of art. Even today, it is estimated that less than a fifth of exhibition and acquisition in major galleries and museums feature women’s art. Discover the fascinating story of women in art history, and how exploring their work can ignite your writing. We will look at a diverse range of images from women artists through history and all over the world, and use their themes for discussion and fuel for a range of creative exercises. We will also read some ekphrastic poetry from wonderful authors after the work of women artists.

Four weeks: $150USD 

Click here for more information and to register (scroll down):
https://www.wow-womenonwriting.com/classroom/LoretteLuzajic_EkphrasticPoetry.html

Format:

4 weeks for 120 minutes in person via Zoom each week: Wednesdays, 6 pm - 8 pm EST. Dates: September 3, 10, 17, and 24. The class will include time for sharing in class and peer comments. The instructor will also offer feedback on four assignments via email.

The course includes (optional) 30-minute one-on-one Zoom consultation (an opportunity to ask questions, discuss project development, or just an informal chat.)

Testimonials:

Lorette is a powerful writer and generous teacher and I'm so grateful I found her prose poetry course. She introduced me to the form with thoughtful writing prompts, provided extensive background and analysis, and welcomed everyone with a spirit of kindness and inclusion that never wavered. I'm inspired. ~ Sonia Weaver

I knew very little of prose poetry until I took this workshop. Four weeks was not enough... I wish we had more weeks to continue learning and experimenting with our prose poetry! The information shared taught us so much. I had no idea about this genre's freedom and diversity of expression in language and form. I write narrative poetry and found joy in experimentation as I revised some of these to prose poetry - the narrative became clearer, and I experienced the freedom from line and rhyme, yet felt how rhythm and rhyme became stronger, with the piece evoking more from me as a writer. I am so glad I took your workshop! ~ Evelyn J.C.

Lorette's class in prose poetry exceeded my high expectations and I look forward to taking another class with her. She is an excellent and organized teacher who set a comfortable atmosphere for sharing, as well as providing very useful handouts and generous feedback on our poems. ~ Maureen S.

Workshops with Lorette are a dive into treasures: rich resources she shares, support and enthusiasm she generously gives, and the inspiration that abounds in her offerings. ~ Fran T.

In Lorette Luzajic's four-week course on Writing Prose Poetry, I learned how to flex my linguistic muscle, experiment with form, and deepen my enthusiasm for poetic form better suited to my own narrative style. ~ Barbara Krasner, Somerset, NJ USA

The Prose Poetry class with Lorette was a joy! Such a terrific blend of writing time, history, skills exercises, and tips on publishing. I highly recommend it! ~ Andrea R.

Lorette is an outstanding instructor of prose poetry. She takes a personal interest in each student by being inclusive during class and also meeting 1:1 with each. Lorette gives informative instruction as well as examples, exercises, and helpful feedback. I would love to take another course from Lorette in the future. ~ Leslie C.

When I register for a Lorette-led workshop, invariably I discover that I'm needing this gifted writing teacher in my life to move off the dime. Lorette's brilliance is matched by her colorful Zoom presence replete with zany glasses and splashy original murals in the background. Lorette goes the extra miles to present material that is stimulating and thoughtful. She is generous and kind when giving feedback. So helpful as my inner critic stops me from sitting down to write on my own. Her prompts open me up to my inner life that sits patiently waiting for the chance to come out and play. Lorette's sense of humor and love of the silly moment makes class engaging. Take a chance, get off the fence and sign up for a workshop. You get a lot of bang for your buck with Lorette. You'll also meet like-minded writers to build community and shared purpose. ~ Karen O.

Having taken several of Lorette's workshops, and both her courses offered through WOW, I feel qualified to speak of her masterful teaching techniques. She brings every ounce of her own artisanship and passion for art right up to the podium and then exudes not just knowledge but a refreshing sense of wonder, amazement and enthusiasm for the content of her subject matter... She becomes a co-equal adventurer with those of us who follow her guidance. Thank you WOW for bringing Lorette into this community. Again, she is one among a short list of my very favorite (for their excellence) teachers. ~ Karen FitzGerald

It gives me great pleasure to say that Lorette has made this course on Prose Poetry exciting and informative! During the four weeks we met which flew by, she generously offered her online support, gave us tons of course resources, and encouraged while interacting with us, interesting discussions relating to prose poetry. Furthermore, She gave us writing prompt activities and gave us ample time to share our writings from them. I would definitely recommend this class, and take another one with Lorette C. Luzajic! ~ Sharon O. B.

Lorette's course provides a multitude of opportunities to practice the craft of writing in a supportive, non-judgmental setting. In four weeks, my confidence grew and my creativity blossomed. ~ Allison C.

Lorette has a deep knowledge of prose poetry. The resources she provides, and the enthusiasm with which she shares her knowledge, made this one of the best online writing courses I have taken. She is organized, providing a wealth of information and examples of the concepts under discussion. And she is open-hearted: She authentically welcomes writers in her class to be part of the prose-poem-writing community and offers positive and helpful responses to the writing shared with her. As a teacher myself I appreciate her attention to creating such a welcoming and stimulating environment, and to delivering interesting, well-paced content. This four-week course flew by. It was just the right amount of time and depth for the time I had available. I've already recommended it to some writer friends, and I plan to take another course from her when my schedule allows. ~ Joanne

Lorette is generous with her time, knowledge, and encouragement. Not only did I leave the class with a whole whack of poems that I am happy with and that I will revise, she also helped me work through some blocks I was having. ~ Linda S

I just finished my first four-part prose poetry workshop with Lorette Luzajic, and it has been an incredible journey! The experience was truly transformative for me. Lorette's master of creative writing is evident in every session, and I love her engaging presentation style and her lively class discussions. She is one of the most colorful and inspiring individuals I have ever met. Her passion for writing is contagious, and you can't help but feel motivated during and after each class! Each week, she presents a thoughtful and enriching curriculum filled with valuable information on poets, poems, writing exercises, homework, and more. Moreover, she is extremely generous with her time, offering detailed critiques of work we submit after a session, providing invaluable feedback that helps her students grow as writers. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found my way to her workshops, and I look forward to participating in many more of them! ~ Barbara A.

My class with Lorette was a deep dive into the fantastical underwater world of prose poetry, and I couldn't imagine having a better guide among the anemone and sea creatures. Each week Lorette shared gorgeous and varied examples of this rebel genre and art form, broadening my vision of what prose poetry can be and do, along with creative prompts that inspired our group to write. Her teachings will stay with me for a long time. ~ Wendy Kagan

Lorette is a marvellous teacher. Her thoughtful and well-organized course outline and lessons are paired with time for generative writing, sharing drafts, and discussions during class. Lorette's tremendous knowledge, creativity, and warmth permeate her classes as well as her written feedback on students' writing and private one-on-one meetings. She inspires her students to see and hear words and the world in new ways. ~ Sharon R.

Lorette's prose poetry class was so rich and rewarding, providing everything I was seeking: historical context, technique, prompts, reading recommendations, publication tips, and more. She was generous with feedback and responsive to questions, creating a welcoming and stimulating environment. I'd jump at the chance to study with her again. ~ Tracy R.