“[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
Creative Writing
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“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
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“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
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“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
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“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
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“Lisa is a highly skilled teacher who is adept at guiding students at all levels and abilities, experience, and English-language proficiency, including native speakers. The tone she sets is professional, where students and writers feel comfortable exposing their lives as well as their writing. I highly recommend the writing workshops; I’ve left each workshop with a written piece to develop further.”
Susan, December 14, 2019
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“I learned more about the editing process. Really believed that I had to get it right the first time or I wasn’t good. Understanding how drafts work makes me feel like I can be more creative–and that it becomes a process instead of something I get right or wrong.
I also liked the mix of theory and practice.”
Abi, April 14, 2019
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“This workshop has set my sails in the right direction. I no longer feel like I am floundering. Grateful that I decided last minute to be part of the workshop.”
Noëmí, March 24, 2019