Workshops

Ecological Writing Walk, the first Saturday of every month from 1-3pm

Participants will learn about plants, plant mythology, and they will plant seeds of their own, inspired by the seed bombing practice of the Green Guerillas, an organization that started in the Lower East Side in the 1970’s and continues throughout the city. There will be writing assignments as we go through the park, and moments of reflection on the season.

To register for one or many of the walks, just send me an email bending.tree.education@gmail.com. Registration is a suggested donation of $20 per family.

Storyteller’s Intensive: The Art of Storytelling For students ages 10-18 All storytellers begin in mimicry before they expand their practice and refine their unique voice. During this intensive we will read a book together and work with relevant prompts about subject, style, and tone to emanate masterful writers. Whether the student is looking to find or refine their voice, this is a fun, immersive course, tailored to the student’s interests. The student will leave with a solid base for a potential, story, or manuscript using the technique we develop together. $400 per in-person student for one to two meetings per month, or however long it takes to complete the book. Email bending.tree.education@gmail.com to book a free consultation.

Personal Essay College Prep a 6 week program tailored to the student’s schedule. For high school students The personal essay for college can be a daunting, but also an exciting exercise. These essays are an opportunity for students to tell their story from their perspective, to frame and hone their experience in a way that is meaningful to them and expresses their attributes in interesting ways. In this six session program, students will read personal essays, and get ahead on college applications by developing their own based on their experience. I will provide  notes and constructive feedback as they edit their pieces. Sessions are one hour long, and will include at least three written notes sent via email between sessions as they edit. $400 for virtual $600 in-person. Email bending.tree.education@gmail.com to schedule a free consultation.