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Ekphrasis Anyone?

I have written very few poems in my lifetime — maybe six or seven completely polished poems.  Knowing this, you might wonder what led me to sign up for two poetry classes five years ago — it was the class … Continue reading

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Journaling Dreams

How do I journal my dreams? Start by keeping your journal and a pen next to your bed.  In the morning, when you first wake up, immediately write down what you remember about your dream.  Then date your entry with … Continue reading

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What a Writer Can Learn from an Artist

I recently got some tips on how I might become a better a writer by observing an accomplished watercolor painter in her studio: Know the Tools of Your Craft As I watched this painter work, she told me all the … Continue reading

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A Vision Board is a Wonderful Tool for Creativity

A vision board is a visual tool you can use to support your dreams and creative projects. I have personally created vision boards: to become aware of my inner experience, to visualize my dreams for the future, to lay out … Continue reading

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