For young people ages 11-16
Do you love memorising lyrics? Are you always journaling? Do you write the most beautiful birthday cards? Do you have a favourite word in the English language? Do you notice the small things? Then you might be a secret poet!
In this 90-minute workshop, we will explore our secret poet identities by diving into techniques to help you build a poem of your very own. We will share ideas and read poems by other young people, then go through a step-by-step build-a-poem process to get you started on your poetic journey.
This workshop is open to first-time poets as well as experienced wordsmiths aged 11-16. If you’re already a poetry lover, we encourage you to bring your favourite poem along to share with the group as inspiration – this can be by a contemporary poet or a classic you read at school.
At the end of the workshop, you will learn about opportunities to have your work published, recommendations for further developing your skills and hear about some poets to explore. You will also receive a take-home resource with further writing exercises. We look forward to writing with you!
Who: Young people aged 11-16*
Where: Online via Zoom
Cost: AU$50 or AU$80 for two participants from the same family. All ticket sales are directly reinvested in The Marrow International Poetry journal to pay contributors.
When: There are two sessions available. If this doesn't suit, you can book the session on 15 January, 3-5pm. Please note that each session will cover the same material – please only select one session.
What you will need:
- Three objects (or a photo of them) that are significant or interesting to you.
- A computer with internet connection and access to Word / Google Docs or pen and paper to do the writing exercises. Where possible, we recommend that each participant uses their own device.
* If you are just outside this age range and would still like to participate, please let us know at editors@themarrowpoetry.org.
