Ross Campbell creative writing

01/09/2017

Discover your inner self through Creative writing
“Poetry is the spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings”- Wordsworth

This line uttered by the 19th century romantic poet indicates Wordsworth’s belief that creative writing is the innermost and spontaneous expression of the human heart. Although he is referring to poetry the same could be said of fiction too. Many a short story or novel is the expression of the author’s innermost being. John McGahern said that in his novels he was attempting to understand his father and the very troubled relationship he had with him. Flaubert said that the main character in Madame Bovary is a reflection of the author himself. Creative writing has been an excellent medium since the ancient Greeks through which the author, and by way of catharsis the reader or audience, can explore their inner worlds. Stories since time immemorial have been a great way for people to make sense of their lives. Before the advent of science humankind made sense of the world around them through the form of myths (which are essentially stories or narratives used to explain the workings of the world).
Through creative writing you might discover a whole new and exhilarating world that will undoubtedly enhance and enrich your life. In addition seeing your work which you are so proud of appear in your favourite magazine and the knowledge that it is being read by thousands of readers can be, to quote a famous author “a mind blowing” experience.
Its essential for all writers to get that all important feedback and an excellent way to do this is by joining a Creative writing class for its only other writers who know and empathise with what your going through as a writer.

Ross Campbell teaches Creative writing classes mornings and evenings to adults in Lucan community school , Colaiste na Hinse, Bettystown, Pipers Hill College Naas, Ardgillan castle, Balbriggan. and Droichead arts centre, Drogheda. Contact him on 085 1395 320 for details Email [email protected]. For futher info about the course see www.balbriggan.info/clubs/creative-writing classes

Have you always wanted to write but don’t know where to start. Receive helpful and encouraging feedback on your writing. Weekly writing assignments given and handouts on writing techniques. The classes are as follows:- Wed Sept 27th 2017. 10.30am – 12.30. 10 weeks Thursday Sept…

01/09/2017

Courses for budding writersin the following locations:-

1. Ardgillan Castle, Balbriggan, mornings
starts Tues Jan 22nd for beginners.
Improvers course begins Thurs 24th Jan.
Courses are from 10.30am-12.30pm for 10 weeks. Fee €120.

2. Droichead arts centre, Drogheda. starts February 2019 (date to be announced) Thurs Evenings 7.30-9.30pm. 10 weeks. Fee €120.

3. Lucan Community college, starts Tues Jan 29th 7.30-9.00pm. 8 weeks. Fee €85. Tel 01 6282077. [email protected].

4 Colaiste na Hinse ,Bettystown, starts Sept 2019. wed. 7.00pm -8.30pm. 8 weeks. Fee €75. Tel 046 906 8200.

Have you decided this is the year you’ll see your name in print, on the cover of a novel or in the form of a memoir or short story? These classes will help you put a shape to your story and give you the building blocks to fulfil your dreams. Beginners welcome.
This introduction to creative writing explores a range of topics, from character and plot development to voice and style. Through writing exercises and examples from literature, participants will develop an awareness of various literary tools and techniques, and become more comfortable putting pen to paper to express themselves creatively.
This class provides space for the beginning writer to share their work in a supportive workshop environment.
To book the above classes please contact Ross on 085 1395 320. E: [email protected] or the adult education office.

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