Winter Muse: People & Places

Explore the art of capturing people, places, and character in our Winter Muse: People & Places courses.

This Winter Muse series is ideal for for poets aiming to build writing community and explore place and people-centred poetry. You’ll refine your technique, deepen your ability to evoke character, and create striking poems that linger in readers’ minds – perfect for those who want to express unique perspectives and hone their craft in a warm, inclusive environment.

Poetic Portraits: Capturing Someone in So Many Words with Edward Doegar – Learn to evoke personality and presence, creating unforgettable poetic portraits. Starts January 2025, Book Here.

Writing the City: Transreading Paris in the Springtime with Sue Burge – Discover Paris through poetic transreading, transforming the cityscape into a character itself. Starts January 2025, Book Here.

Women, Writing, & Place with Abbi Parcell – Explore themes of identity, place, and belonging, with a focus on women’s voices and perspectives. Starts March 2025, Book Here.

True North Studio with Penny Boxall – Uncover stories rooted in the landscapes and people of the North, bringing regional experiences to life. Starts February 2025, Book Here.

Conditions of Invisibility & Creation of the Self, after Gboyega Odubanjo with Rachel Long – Delve into themes of identity and selfhood, inspired by the transformative work of Gboyega Odubanjo. Starts March 2025, Book Here.

Our full Spring Programme is out now with dozens of excellent courses to choose from, please see the Quick Course Guide here to see the full collection of poetry courses. If these courses are sold out please email [email protected] to register your interest and join the waiting list.