“I learned that writing can actually be enjoyable if I just stop overthinking and write! Thank you so much for a wonderful learning and sharing experience. I feel very encouraged to be patient with myself and continue writing.”
Ashley, September 26, 2021
“The weekend workshop was immersive and immediately useful. While I came to the workshop with curiosity, I left with confidence, and the enthusiasm to keep writing. I’m looking forward to the next workshop.”
Karen, May 22, 2021
“I learned techniques for writing dialogue; How to write more coherently; and I learned how to channel the unconscious into story.
I was so inspired by the helpfulness of the writers in this workshop, and their intentional listening.”
Genevieve, January 24, 2021
“[I learned] to allow myself the time and space to make mistakes—and to take unusual routes in order to come to a fresh vision.”
Ritsa, January 24, 2021
“These workshops are so helpful in getting us to produce written work without judgment or restriction. There are guiding principles and techniques, but the rest [of the process] allows for space and the opportunity for the work to materialize.”
Jessica, May 16, 2020
“One participant shared how some unskillful criticism had stopped her from writing for several years. This reiterated the importance of giving constructive feedback, such as we received in this workshop. I was impressed by the skillful facilitation skills of the instructor, and the care she took to make this workshop a safe and welcoming space for all the participants.”
Shelley, May 16, 2020
“What an amazing variety of pieces produced by the members of the class—and the feedback on my own piece was encouraging. It was a lovely atmosphere and group of people, and actually I often felt as though I were there physically. Many thanks again; it was a great two days.”
Caroline S. (London), April 25, 2020
“These workshops have been playing an important role in the development of my voice. Thank you for the sincerity, the craftsmanship , the warmth, and the sensitivity. I feel I am in safe hands with the Amsterdam Writing Workshops. The empathy and lack of judgment are rare—and truly appreciated.”
Ritsa, March 30, 2020