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Some comments from Teresa's
recent class, "Writing to Publish":
I loved this class. It made me believe in myself as a writer
again. Teresa has a gift for maintaining a high level of
discussion and standards, and at the same time embracing the class with
her warmth and sincerity.
— Jean Cheney
I would absolutely recommend the class to a
friend. Learning that there is a process and structure
is so helpful. The books recommended were perfect. Teresa’s
grasp of the writing craft is impressive and her teaching style is very
engaging and gentle.
— Bob Wassom
It was an incredible gift from the universe to be able to be
here and feed my artist’s soul. I appreciated Teresa’s
humbleness, competence, kindness, compassion and encouragement.
— Judith Zimmerman
CURRENT OFFERINGS:
Enter into the Life-Affirming Practice of the Illustrated Journal with Teresa Jordan
Six-Week Class in Salt Lake City, Utah
6:30 - 9:30 pm, beginning Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010
$300
In this world of a thousand distractions, the practice of the
illustrated journal lets us grow quiet, pay attention, and find
something of delight even in the midst of chaos. Week by week the pages
mount up, and when we look back, we remind ourselves what it is to be
fully awake.
You don't have to consider yourself an artist – or even have previous
experience with art or writing – to create a rich journal. We will look
at a variety of examples from around the world and experiment with many
mediums and techniques. Guided exercises will help you discover and
refine your personal style and we will develop strategies to find time
for the journal in even the busiest life.
The workshop and class are designed to stand alone but also compliment
each other. Take both and receive a $50 discount. For more
information, contact Teresa
or view the flyer.
Stories from Life - Writing Short
Non-Fiction with Teresa Jordan at the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering
A Three-day workshop, January 25-27, in Elko, Nevada
Monday 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Tuesday and Wednesday, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
$150
In the hands of such writers as Baxter Black, Linda Hussa and
Wallace McRae—as well as other literary greats from John Updike to
Barbara Kingsolver—the nonfiction story has evolved into one of the
most popular literary forms by using compelling aspects of fiction such
as vivid prose, character development and riveting narrative. Whether
your writing is private or you intend to publish, the nonfiction story
can help you sharpen your tools. We will read great examples and target
various aspects of craft through writing exercises and critique. By the
end, each participant should have a compelling story well underway.
Teresa Jordan is the author or editor of seven books, including the
memoir, Riding the White Horse Home.
To enroll, or to learn more about the workshop and the
National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, visit the Western Folklife Center website.
RECENT OFFERINGS:
Writing to Publish: An 8-week Course with Teresa Jordan starting Tuesday, February 17, 2009 in Salt Lake City.
The purpose of this workshop is to help already-published writers increase their success and help those who have never published before work toward their first magazine or journal acceptance. This is a workshop for serious writers: you will be expected to develop an idea, submit it to an editor, and follow through writing the article or revising the idea for resubmission.
Read the course description here.
Creative Nonfiction and the Contemporary Essay
For more than a decade, creative nonfiction (also called literary nonfiction) and the contemporary essay have been among the most vibrant aspects of American Letters. Using the finest elements of the writer’s craft, creative nonfiction has proven to be a dynamic way to explore subjects ranging from memoir to science, from history to spirituality.
In this workshop, we will focus on various aspects of craft through a series of targeted in-class exercises. We will also study the best writers working today to see how they deal with similar challenges. Outside of class, each student will develop one or more pieces of writing for workshop critique and revision. In short, we will develop the three skills that form the foundation of good writing practice: reading well, writing well, and critiquing well.
The Illustrated Journal
- Look at a rich variety of illustrated journals
- Explore watercolor techniques
- Explore journal writing techniques
- Work "in the field" to journal from experience
- Investigate different ways to bind our journals
- Discuss ways to incorporate the habit of journaling into our busy lives
The illustrated journal provides a rich way to interact with your world, both interior and exterior. You don't have to consider yourself an artist -- or even have any previous experience with art -- to create a journal that is satisfying to yourself and to anyone else you want to share it with. In this workshop, we will work with both writing and illustration to help you come up with a way of journaling that fits your particular interests, skills, and personality.
Although there are many ways to illustrate a journal, from pen-and-ink to pastels to collage, this workshop will focus on watercolor and is appropriate for those with no experience whatsoever as well as those who are already quite comfortable with the medium.
During the workshop, we will:
Creating the Family Encyclopedia
When the family gathers around the table at a holiday or special event, all sorts of stories come up. But when we try to remember them to write them down, we often draw a blank. Creating a family encyclopedia is a way to capture the rich jumble of stories large and small that make up a family history. Using the letters of the alphabet as triggers, supplemented by a number of other provocative exercises, this workshop will lead you and your family in getting these stories down on paper in an accessible and entertaining form. This is a project that, once started, can grow over the years. Even family members who are far away can contribute ("Grandma, would you write about the time that armadillo moved into the chicken house?"). The workshop will cover storytelling, writing, and interviewing; how to incorporate photos, drawings and other visuals; how to assemble the book; and ways to keep the project going once it is underway. Appropriate for all members of the family from school age up, this is a way to bring the generations closer together.