Class Description
Many of us may have experienced what is often called “writer’s block,” also known as creative blocks. But what if this artistic phenomenon is fundamentally misunderstood? This class aims to help students reframe the concept in order to overcome or prevent future instances of writer's block.
The class will open with a short description of various ideas for writer's block and an opportunity for students to share their individual struggles and goals. From here, we’ll discuss writer’s block from a unique perspective that centers on a more comprehensive understanding of creativity.
Finally, the majority of the class will be dedicated to engaging in interactive writing and reading exercises designed to encourage a rethinking of creative processes that combat writer's block.
This class welcomes writers of all styles and skill levels.
Thanks to the excellent literary citizenship of our donors, scholarships are available for all GrubStreet classes. To apply, click the gray "APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIP" button. In order to be considered for a scholarship, you must complete your application at least one week before the start date of a class. Please await our scholarship committee's decision before registering for the class. We cannot hold spots in classes, so the sooner you apply, the better. Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively.
For more detailed information about GrubStreet scholarships, including how to contribute to scholarship funds for other students, click here.
This class will take place using Zoom videoconferencing. About 15 minutes before your class is scheduled to begin, you'll receive an email from your instructor with a link to join the class meeting!
Zoom Participation:
Students are not required to turn their camera on, but are encouraged to participate any way they feel comfortable through functions such as the live chat, emoji reactions, and unmuting the microphone. Learn more about using Zoom here.
Zoom Accessibility:
We ask that instructors enable closed captioning and send a transcript of the session after class. You can also enable closed captioning at any time during the meeting. If your instructor forgets to send the transcript, just send ’em an email!