Deepam leads workshops and retreats in the Amherst Writers and Artists’ (AWA) method of writing workshop facilitation.
The AWA philosophy is a simple one: every person is a writer, and every writer deserves a safe environment in which to experiment, learn, and develop craft.
“Whether your purpose for writing is artistic expression, communication with friends and family, the healing of the inner life, or achieving public recognition for your art —the foundation is the same: the claiming of yourself as an artist/writer and the strengthening of your writing voice through practice, study, and helpful response from other writers.” ~Pat Schneider, founder of the AWA Method, in “Writing Alone and With Others”
The AWA Bedrock Principles are:
Submitted by Jo on Saturday, Jun 01, 2019
Thank you for the workshop it certainly propelled me into investing in writing more. Which was my hope. And I loved the long meditation into Labyrinth walk. I had an epiphany. I enjoyed the setting and that we could walk on the land, alone and in an exercise The overall rhythm felt good. Time to write, rest, think..... My overall experience was one of tastes. I got a taste of writing on whatever prompt is provided, of hearing and responding to others, of receiving feedback ( I wish it had been more specific sometimes, less polite). I had a taste of my potential. I had a taste of other people's inner worlds, their imaginations, vocabulary, concerns, temperament. Thank you for all these tastes and also for the care that you showed
Submitted by Yvonne on Saturday, Jun 01, 2019
I appreciate the care you put into making the experience an interesting and positive one for us all (even chocolate!) and I so enjoyed hearing the writing of everyone and was delighted by the quality and variety of their and your words.
Submitted by Anita on Saturday, Jun 01, 2019
Thanks Deepam for a lovely retreat from the every day. You were well prepared and were able to stay present with each and every piece of writing offered. That was a labour of love!!
Submitted by Greg on Saturday, Jun 01, 2019
Thanks again for the workshop. It really helped get the word juices flowing again.
Submitted by Adrian B on Saturday, Jun 01, 2019
It was a really moving experience for me and I gained so much from listening to everyone and sharing in their journey. I would love to come again.
Submitted by Mary B on Saturday, Jun 01, 2019
It was good to put pen to paper again. You create and maintain such a safe environment, it is not stressful to partake of the exercises you lead.
Submitted by Julie on Saturday, Jun 01, 2019
What a wonderful writer's retreat and a great group of talented people. I am inspired by your sessions. Thank you. Please keep me posted on further workshops you are doing.
Submitted by Roz on Saturday, Jun 01, 2019
Thank you Deepam for a wonderful writing refuge! It was just the inspiration I needed to ignite a part of myself that has lain dormant for too long. I had no idea that I was going to be led to diving as deeply as I did on Saturday. I am very grateful for the experience.
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