The Emerging Writers’ Festival work, learn and play largely on the land of the Kulin nation, and pay our respects to their Elders, past and present.
EWF celebrates the history and creativity of the world’s oldest living culture.
Playing with moodboards and collage can yield a wellspring of inspiration when embarking upon a new writing project. Arranging photos, drawings, scraps and colours can establish everything from thematic visions to setting. Join us for a relaxed collage and moodboarding session, perfect for writers seeking fresh and dynamic ways to develop their stories.
Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring along your own as well!
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Wheelchair, service animal, onsite parking bay
Wednesday 11 September, 12:30PM
narrm ngarrgu Library
141 Therry St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Sophia Gracias is a designer and artist who creates zines centered around the themes of self-care and inspiration. For many years, she has produced artwork as a form of self-care, using painting and collage to express herself. Her practice aims to explore the origins of inspiration for both herself and other creatives, especially in a world saturated with constant sources of #inspo.
Writing is often viewed as a solitary act, but a fresh set of eyes on your work can make a world of difference. Bring along a work-in-progress piece and join us for a hands-on workshop session.
Inject some spontaneity into your lunch break and try your hand at this deceptively tricky, but ultimately thrilling form. With a series of short prompts to get you going, this session is for everyone; from those that naturally gravitate to bite-sized writing, to curious newcomers.
Is the world becoming unreal, or hyper-real? Sink into this series of audio surrealist works, from artists concerned with the obsolescence of memory, AI, and the relationship between creativity, and being chronically online.
Combining case studies of fanfiction writers turned best-selling authors, publishing ecosystems across the world, and what fanfiction means to fans, these writers discuss how these thriving communities of writers and readers provide a space for emerging writers to practice and gain feedback.
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