Mary-Ann Hill
03:17 09 Mar 20
The Writers Studio mantra is 'Trust the process, keep writing'. Following the prescriptive guidelines is freeing, it unleashes your creativity, does not crush it, takes the pressure off 'what do I do next?' Sharing your work with fellow students is heartening, you are not alone! Being open to and taking on board the nurturing encouragement and suggestions from your tutor validates your commitment. I've done all short courses and First Draft Online, signed up for Second Draft, and plan to keep going. I recommend, without hesitation, the courses offered here. It has helped me as a fledgling writer and enhanced my enjoyment of stories, reading or watching. Sign up, do the work, then celebrate your creations.read more
Lorraine Edgell
09:33 05 Feb 20
At first with trepidation and fear (Sounds silly I know) after all its only writing, yes? Well when my finger finally hovered over the submit to enrol, I was hesitating to tap the enrolment submit button and chickened out, twice. The third time, that small voice inside said, "Feel the fear and do it anyway." "OK, yes." I thought, and tapped submit!Immediately, "Oh no, what Have I done. I can’t do this." Then tossed that aside and said aloud in the kitchen whole making a cuppa, "Yes, I can. I can do it!" Not sure if I believed that at the time. And so, through the course I experienced ups and downs, sometimes nearly giving up. Then getting on with it regardless of my doubt. Writing exercise after exercise, often surprised by the helpful tutor feedback that kept me on track. .At the finish of the course, on that last submission, I was excited, emotional and proud of myself for finishing the whole 10 month Online First Draft Novel Course! The truth is, I wish I'd found The Writers Studio years earlier. I have learned far more than I expected.I received valuable information with every step. The importance of story structure. How to flesh out characters. My online tutor was supportive and returned useful feedback on every submission. The entire Writers Studio Team are helpful, supportive and professional.As each week led to the next my original story idea has developed more than I ever could have done alone without the structure form and writing exercises. As a whole, the material provided educated me on how to write a valuable first draft as a base to further my story. Now, I am taking the next step, without hesitation, to the Second Draft Online Course to further develop my story. I'm excited and so looking forward to starting and finishing.read more
Terry Choy
03:47 12 Dec 19
The Unlocking Creativity course was one of the most meaningful things I've done in a while, and it was unlike any of the writing courses I have done before. The support that I received from my tutor and peers was phenomenal, and pushed me to keep writing when otherwise I might have given up. Thank you.read more
Matthew Gibb
05:43 11 Dec 19
Anyone who wants to or is considering to be a writer will find no better place to start than the Writers Studio. As well as guiding you throughout the process in a nurturing environment, it teaches you the basics and the main elements of writing in a descriptive and encouraging manner. My tutor, Emily, was very informative and was always ready to give a helping hand and give you tips on how to use and improve your ideas on the page. The Unlocking Creativity course I took a part of showed a clear understanding of storytelling principles and concepts and challenged me to do my best with the work I came up with.Most enjoyable 4 weeks. Highly recommend it!read more
Amelia Conway
00:57 10 Nov 19
Really fantastic course the 'Unlocking Creativity' - it got me excited and inspired to write. Richard was a lovely teacher and the positive attitude he creates in the class is contagious! If you're feeling a bit stuck or writers blocky - then this is the course for you!read more
Helen Thomas
03:00 31 Oct 19
I would highly recommend the Writer’s Studio for anyone wanting to bring their writing dreams to life. After completing the Unlocking Creativity and First Draft Novel & Script courses online, I can now say I have written a first draft of the novel I dreamed of writing for years. The courses gave me a wonderful combination of practical strategies and tools, and enabled the gentle demolition of barriers to my creativity. The tutors are wonderful, supportive, and passionate professionals who go about the business of coaxing stories out of people in a sense-making yet magical way. I learned that by trusting the process of dancing between structure and creativity I could actually write my story.read more
Wendy Y
00:46 28 Oct 19
I wrote more in the four weeks than I had in the past 10 years! This course was a gentle but firm nudge to my writing muscle that had wasted away through perfectionism and distraction. The tutors are supportive and helpful, the feedback system means that you are encouraged and challenged in the gentlest of ways, and the course information itself is practical yet exciting and inspiring. I highly, highly recommend it if you want to write.read more
Tracey Z
05:40 24 Oct 19
I have just completed the onliine version of the 4 week Unlocking Creativity course. What an altogether wonderful experience. In terms of sitting down and actually writing, the deadlines imposed were extremely useful for me, and will help me firm up a writing “habit” moving forward. That will be useful as I am about to embark on the 10 month First Draft Course. The different “challenges” we were set each week allowed me to flex my creative muscle and let go of my inhibitions. The experience was incredibly liberating!!I loved having regular feedback from my tutor, Yasmin, and my writing cohort. What an amazingly talented group of writers they turned out to be, yet we were all so nervous and uncertain to begin with. I found reading their work inspiring, and watching the development of their work was encouraging. I know my work also has evolved, but more importantly, I now believe that I can write stuff that other people will enjoy or find compelling. I feel blessed to have shared this experience with such a generous group of people. I would thoroughly recommend this highly practical course to anyone who has a desire to write, but who is struggling with confidence, commitment, technique or finding the structure to make a story succeed. Thank you to The Writers' Studio. So glad I found you!read more
Jude Knott
13:38 01 Oct 19
For me 'Unlocking Creativity' was the perfect introduction to writing - and as nervous as I was about posting my work for others to read, once gently led into the habit, it soon became less daunting - I even started to look forward to it! The interaction, through reviewing each other's work, was invaluable as a learning experience - as was the course structure, building on technique and discipline along with perceptive feedback from skilled and responsive tutors. For me, the course certainly lived up to its name - I found myself enrolling in the 'First Draft Online' - with no idea what i was planning to write, just a willingness and desire to keep going. The First Draft Online is well structured and expertly tutored (thanks Helen!). As someone who thought creativity may be hampered by 'structure' I am amazed at how beneficial the process has been - and how far my writing has come. Its not an exaggeration to say my first draft 'evolved', there was never a plot or a preconceived storyline. Thank you to everyone involved in these fabulous courses - I'm hoping to continue with 'Second Draft Online'.read more
Rona Thomas
00:16 21 Sep 19
Unlocking creativity re-ignited my passion for writing. This course provides a step by step process to discovering who we are as writers by unlocking the door from fear to freedom. The constant stream of knowledge, support and constructive feedback from The Writers' Studio and our on line tutor Yasmin was first class.read more
Rae Lace
23:31 13 Sep 19
Unlocking Creativity online is an amazing course that has kick-started my writing. The tutors are SO positive that any nerves dissipate very quickly and I feel like I bonded with the other participants, despite never actually meeting. The over-whelming feeling from everyone was a desire for us all to well and improve. I wish I'd found it years ago. I have already enrolled in the Novel - First Draft course and am impatient for it to begin!read more
Lucinda Creswick
06:37 12 Sep 19
An enlightening and transformative experience! Their prerequisite course, Unlocking Creativity, was motivating and inspirational. The online option was convenient and even more supportive and enjoyable than I'd anticipated. It was a revelation to tap into emotions, often long buried, and harness them in the creation of settings and characters. Unlocking my imagination took me down a lot of corridors I didn’t know were there! I gained invaluable skills and insights in relation to structure and character journeys. I'm so glad I took the plunge and can't recommend highly enough to anyone who's interested in writing.read more
Tracie McMahon
00:11 06 Sep 19
Have just completed the online Unlocking Creativity Course. I had some reservations about the on-line format for this type of course and that like a lot of online courses it would be just be a set of notes with a mysterious "on-line" tutor. So glad to say this was not the case. The groups are small with great support and honest feedback from both the tutor and the other participants. I am so surprised at what I was able to achieve in just four weeks and I would highly recommend this course for anyone considering writing or just wanting to explore their creative side.read more
Sandra Simmonds
10:35 05 Sep 19
I have just completed the Unlocking Creativity online course through The Writers' Studio. It was such a helpful course and I'm so happy to have done it! I have now learned some techniques to help me continue my writing journey with more confidence, and I have developed some writing disciplines that I did not have before. The tutors are very supportive and the online course easy to use. The course is a MUST for any person who has dreams of writing, especially if they've tried to write but given up because they got stuck or it seemed too hard. No complaints from me ... just high recommendations. I got so much from the course, I'm starting another course with them in the next couple of weeks.read more
Denis Healy
06:08 28 Aug 19
An excellent program. Highly recommended for anybody considering writing. It provided an introduction to the craft of writing in a positive atmosphere, highly practical with writing exercises and very positive feedback on my efforts. The facilitator, Richard, was both knowledgeable, entertaining and maintained the positive atmosphere.The program demonstrated a good understanding of adult learning principles: bite size pieces, each building on the previous ones, elements interrelated one with another, and regular practice of the concepts with feedback. Most enjoyable.read more
Jessica Bowker
03:57 25 Aug 19
Unlocking Creativity is an excellent course for anyone who has a desire to write and develop their craft. It allowed me to rediscover the joy of writing and gave me new skills and the confidence to tap into my imagination to create fictional characters, settings and stories that I didn't even know were there. I especially appreciated the constructive feedback provided by my writing group peers and mentors. Highly recommend.read more
Natasha Hendrick
13:13 19 Aug 19
I really enjoyed doing the 4 week Unlocking Creativity course ... the writing guidelines and exercises made it easy to understand how to write well. And there's opportunity to learn so much from the interaction with your class mates throughout the course, in addition to the feedback you get from your tutor. My favourite 'ah-ha' moment was gaining insight into the character's journey through a story ... I can't wait to try and weave my learnings into longer stories in the future. If you've ever dreamt about writing, this is a great place to start!read more
Samantha Vandall
23:36 21 Jul 19
I had enough confidence in the product the Writer's Studio offer, the quality of the staff and course materials, and in what I got out of doing the Unlocking Creativity (Online) course that I went ahead and made the time and monetary commitment to do the First Draft course later this year. If that doesn't speak to how worthwhile I found Unlocking Creativity, then I don't know what would. The environment is positive. The tutors are professional, prompt, and incredibly in depth and kind with their feedback. Special shout out to Rowena, my tutor for the 4 weeks of Unlocking Creativity, as she was exceptional. Your peers are not as scary as you think either! If you are the type of person who gets anxious sharing their work, you'll find this course helpful. The atmosphere is encouraging, and Unlocking Creativity is focused on nurturing your muse and giving it room to play, not scaring it away. This course is great for newbie writers, people who have fallen out of writing and want to get back into it, and established writers that are just looking for more writing to do! We had people from all walks of life and a pretty large age range of participants as well. So don't let that keep you from signing up. The course is engaging without being intimidating. It is encouraging without being overwhelming. It takes writing back to basics without feeling patronizing. I absolutely do recommend Unlocking Creativity if you have the time and money to invest in it.read more
gillian palliser
11:00 08 Jun 19
This course was wonderful. I learnt more in four weeks than I ever thought I could. The feedback from the tutor was extremely constructive and helpful, as was the feedback from other students. The tutor was very very kind and patient. I learned that it's one thing to say "I want to write stories", but there are actually techniques that you need to learn in order to be successful at this. I'm very grateful to The Writers Studio for making this course possible.read more
Julie Freeman
03:18 03 Jun 19
I would never have written the first draft of my novel without the support and guidance of The Writers' Studio. The online course materials were easy to follow and by trusting the process and listening to my personal tutor, my characters and story emerged. I can't wait to sign up for the Second Draft Online Course to take my novel to the next level.read more
Jacinta Finger
01:58 03 Jun 19
Talk about Unlocking Creativity! The Writer's Studio Unlocking Creativity course absolutely delivered on its promise. I felt inspired, motivated and encouraged to write creatively for the first time in a very long time. Richard, our tutor, created a very safe environment for us all to let our imaginations run wild while we learned the craft of writing, honing our skills using proven processes to guide character development and story structure. I would highly recommend this course for anyone who has a burning desire to write.read more
Russell henryr
06:34 22 Apr 19
The Writers Studio gave me the skills and confidence I needed to keep going with my writing journey. Suddenly I thought that I might be able to do this!
Darren Williams
11:45 14 Apr 19
I've wanted to write for a while but I knew I needed to learn about it before starting. Discovering the Writer's Studio was a lucky find! These guys are the real deal if you want to write.Each week of Unlocking Creativity was well structured and built nicely until I put together my first short story in week four. That would not have happened without understanding the interplay between imagination and some practical structure that I learned in the course. I was in a supportive environment with people who know what they are doing. I'm grateful for the experience, and am now committing time to write regularly. Having learned so much in four weeks I have no doubt i will be back for a longer course, and I can only imagine where that will take me.read more
Darlene Giles
04:35 13 Apr 19
I absolutely recommend using The Writers' Studio for gaining worthwhile tuition and a positive experience. As a fresh writer looking for guidance and a 'safe' place to fall, I was pleasantly surprised. I have done several online courses with them now and have really enjoyed the content, supervision and knowledge of tutors. As well as being able to positively connect with other writers, it has been been great fun. Thank you!read more
Amoure Yeun
00:53 12 Apr 19
I cannot begin to explain how fantastic the first course Unlocking Creativity from The Writers' Studio unlocked is. You have to just enter and experience it yourself. I have just finished Writer's Gym with them and cannot wait for my Novel & Script course starting 24 June 2019. To anyone out there that has a story to tell and cannot get the words off the page into pictures in the mind you just have to do Unlocking Creativity - it is just the best. Thank you to Rowena, my first Tutor, to Denise my second Tutor and to Kathleen and her team from The Writers' Studio.read more
Sheri Stevens
02:40 13 Mar 19
I got so much out of the course I took with the Writer's Studio. My tutor was kind but firm and kept me focused and on task with my writing. I actually finished some of the short stories I'd started and am really proud of them. It was just the help I needed.read more
Nadia Holiday
20:21 08 Mar 19
This has been a profound experience, not just for my story but for myself as well. The processes laid out throughout the 1st Draft Novel course allowed me to really question every aspect of my character's journey and mould them in ways that were not present to me at the start of the writing process. Thank you for making this course available to us, in the online format. I am grateful for this experience and can’t wait to embark on the 2nd Draft Novel course.read more
Enisa Haines
08:04 26 Feb 19
For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to write but when I try creativity remains elusive and writing isn’t easy. Then—wham!—I discovered the ‘Unlocking Creativity’ course run by the Writers’ Studio and what a find that was. Like holding the rarest, most precious diamond in my hand. Why do I say that? Tutoring about the craft and the process of writing—yes, there was that. Mentoring by an author knowing exactly how to make your writing shine—there was that, too. Sharing your writing with the tutor/mentor and with other attending writers—tick! Receiving positive feedback on strong writing, constructive criticism on weaker text and advice on how to improve it—tick! Many other writing courses offer the same or similar. What differs with the ‘Unlocking Creativity’ course is that it not only offers but gives what it promises, and in a nurturing environment! It teaches the way and shows the way to unlock creativity. And now, knowing how, my muse is all the happier for it. Where before I struggled to get the words out, now with just a breath my muse is ready and the words flow into a story. Not perfect, more roughly written and in need of later editing, but I’m all the happier for that!The ‘Unlocking Creativity’ course inspired me and gave me the confidence to believe in my writing ability. To connect with it and trust it to bring to vivid life the stories in my imagination. For so long, I’ve wanted to write. Now I can.read more
Sonia Collins
03:37 25 Feb 19
Unlocking Creativity was a really enjoyable 4 week course. You needed to devote a small amount of time each day to writing - such a good discipline. I learnt so much in this short time about story structure and bringing your story and characters alive. Highly recommended for anyone who plans to write fiction - or who just enjoys writingread more
Janine Pasvolsky
04:22 24 Feb 19
Unlocking Creativity was an incredible, life changing experience. I pondered doing it for a long time and WOW what a reward. I loved absolutely every second. Being introduced to story and structure and the basics of this beautiful craft was such a gift. Letting my imagination run wild, writing every day and sharing the experience with a group of generous, gutsy, diverse writers was extraordinary. Our tutor was amazing in terms of knowledge, feedback, insight and helping us gain confidence. Doing it on line gives the freedom to make it work within the constraints of life. Can’t wait to start my next course with you tomorrow. Thank you so much!read more
Yvonne Zumpe
22:25 23 Feb 19
The Writer's Studio Online Course is brilliant! You'll learn about developing your writing style & adding emotion, imagination & detail to your stories. It's a wonderful, encouraging environment to write in and the feedback you'll receive from your fellow writers and tutor will take your writing to new level.If you have a desire to write anything - register now & enjoy a fun-filled four weeks of friendship, fascination & finesse.read more
Jolene O
04:22 22 Feb 19
I just finished Unlocking Creativity and I am still on such a writing high from itI! I did the online course but the way it is structured made it so easy to participate and connect with my fellow writers. I had a wonderful tutor (shout out to Owen!) who consistently provided kind and gentle guidance. I feel like I've learnt a lot about the writing experience and am looking forward to making writing a habit. Thanks writers studio! Hopefully I can do more courses in the future!read more
Annie Coleman
06:21 14 Feb 19
A couple of years ago, I had the extremely good fortune to stumble across the website for The Writers Studio after talking and thinking for a VERY long time about having a go at this writing business - one day!! The courses, the structure, the professionalism and the support offered by The Writers Studio really resonated with me. As did the fact they have been developing The Writers Studio and its courses for over 25 years, with a wealth of experience and a very skilled and experienced team in place. Heavens knows, I was certain I was going to need every bit of all of that!! And more!! But, I closed my eyes, somehow hit the right buttons on the computer, took the plunge and enrolled in the four week Online Unlocking Creativity Course. Commitment!! Terrifying!! But what a wild and wonderful ride that turned out to be and one which left me wondering why on earth I had left it so long!! The structure was so very clever and working with a wonderful, supportive and knowledgeable tutor was very rewarding. As was sharing the journey and feedback with fellow writers in the online group. The learning curve was steep and the pace was fast, but, despite dealing with some significant life challenges at the time, the four weeks passed in a blur of excitement, creativity, lots of writing, new-found knowledge and a new-found confidence and belief that perhaps I could actually give this writing business a real go after all! So, I then enrolled in the Ten Month First Draft Novel & Script Online Course, which I completed in December just gone. What a fabulous, fun-filled, fantastic experience that has been.!! Again, The Writers Studio and this wonderful course exceeded all my expectations, and then some!! Again, very challenging and a steep learning curve. Again, so very rewarding, so very supported by The Writers Studio and so very, very inspiring. The clever structure of The First Draft course gave me and my story (which, incidentally, only showed its first glimpse of possible life to me in Unlocking Creativity a few months prior) the freedom to fly and for the characters to come to life, often seemingly of their own accord.!! How I have loved meeting them all and how honoured I feel they have chosen me to tell their stories!! Without finding The Writers Studio and this brilliant course, I would never have had this chance. My storytelling would never have got off the ground!! And, again, somehow I got through and finished it despite facing some significant life challenges, including "family stuff" and taking over and running a new business in the midst of it all!! In fact, the discipline, the engaging content and clever structure of the First Draft online course and the writing I was able to do as part of it, provided me with many much needed moments of peace, security, support and a sense of another "happy place" to go. My writing became "my meditation" in both the good times and the bad that came my way over the ten months. The Writers Studio courses I have undertaken so far have given me such knowledge, a wonderful confidence to have a go at something I really love and a belief that maybe, just maybe, I can give this writing business a real go and maybe, just maybe, see it through and make a dream come true! I am now enrolled in the Second Draft Online course, commencing in April 2019. And cant wait!! So, to any of you aspiring writers out there thinking about how to take the very first step or your next step, and whether you can actually take it, I say to you, without hesitation, YES YOU CAN!! And with The Writers Studio by your side, you CAN and you WILL write. Whilst I can't seem to find exactly the right words here to give praise high enough to The Writer's Studio, its people and its courses, I can assure you, without doubt, that you and your words will fly high with the wonderful Writers Studio.read more
Thérèse Murphy
07:20 10 Feb 19
KAPOW! I just finished my first (ever) draft of a novel. For a serial procrastinator? This was no mean feat. How? Wellllllll, it started one night back in March ‘18: I’m at home, swilling beer (on a Monday). The moon is huge, I’m cursing my ‘day job’ and the phone rings. It’s Ol’ Mate, raving about some: “Writer’s Studio” gaff-thingy and how I “NEED to do it”. Next day, sober, suspicious, I invited my (tired) old slew-of-excuses out to dinner. Over Prosecco (and under fluoro), I listened to the familiar buzz-cut-whine of my Inner Critic: (The Liturgical ‘Nah’).“But you can’t afford it” moaned Nah, wringing her hands and bringing up the bills again.“AND you work full-time” she tutted, biting her lip.Sensing my hesitation, Nah grabbed a butter knife, leapt to her feet and lunging, screeched: “You’ll never be a writer – you’re nowt but a sham!”.Long story short? I slipped a little something-something in ‘Nah’s’ drink. (After all, she’d had the mike for over 45 years.)While she was out 'cold' (drooling on the V.I.P lounge of: Club Shooshies) I took a deep breath and signed up. One year later?I’ve done it (WHILST working full-time/juggling 'life' etc.). In your FACE, ‘Nah’! ;) If I could? Anyone can. YOU can. Why write such a looooong review?The 'hands-on’ structural nature + course materials + tutorial support from the Writer's Studio - all got me consistently writing - and THAT has made me wake up happy.I wish the same for you.read more
ewan gemmell
06:28 07 Feb 19
Having done a few of the shorter courses with The Writers Studio, I wanted something with a bit more meat to it which would give me the tools and time to develop some ideas within a larger framework.The First Draft course gave me this in spades.It was at times uncomfortable but it was always enjoyable and the support from my on line tutor was always timely and appropriate. I marveled at how surrendering to the structure allowed my imagination to create a story which I never would have thought possible. There were always surprises and at times it was difficult juggling family and work and the writing but there is always the writing and unfinished business so if you want to get something done ,do this. Treat yourself, you know you deserve it.read more
The Skinners
10:59 06 Feb 19
Last year I finally took the plunge and decided to challenge myself to write a novel. I signed up for the on line First Draft course with The Writer's Studio and it was the best thing I could have done. The course was completely different to what I imagined and challenged me in so many ways. My tutor was an award winning playwright whose feedback led my story down unexpected paths, made my characters so real that I started to dream about them and provided the structure that gave my story a solid framework within which I was free to explore and play with my idea. I did not know how my story would end until I had finished the last page. I learnt so much not only about writing but about myself and what I am capable of. The highlight of my day would be coming home to see if I had feedback and to read the stories and feedback posted for the other writers in my group. Ironically, I delayed signing up as I thought my life was too busy to write and during the course experienced a major family tragedy so ended up doing much of the course sitting in the plastic chairs in intensive care, waiting in hospital wards and flying back and forth while continuing to work and juggle kids and home. The writing was better than therapy and I am so grateful that my tutor coaxed and nurtured me through it all. I initially thought the course was costly but it was worth every cent. If you have any desire to write, sign up. My only regret is that I did not do it earlier.read more
Nicole de Morton
07:06 03 Jan 19
I had the most fantastic experience in the Unlocking Creativity Online course. Through this process, somehow I found a writer within me - and now I’m excited to watch her flourish! My tutor Rowena was so encouraging - it gave me immense confidence. Whether you want to write a novel, or just reawaken your creative self, this course is definitely worthwhile. Put in the work, and you WILL feel the benefits. I can’t wait to do the first draft novel course in 2020 😊read more
Maria N
00:11 30 Dec 18
Writers’ Studio is arguably one the best ways of turning a dream of writing into reality. After taking the Unlocking Creativity Course, I completed the First and Second draft online courses and I am about to embark on the Third Draft journey with the studio. As someone who has always struggled to finish projects I found the structure of the courses as well as the support of the tutors instrumental to finishing one writing project after another. I know for certain that if I didn’t come across the studio I would be still dreaming of writing one day as opposed to making a significant progress on my first book. These days there is no shortage of available information on the craft of writing as well as a wealth of wisdom from some of the best writers who have ever lived. However, Writers’ Studio genius lies in their ability to gather all that knowledge, distill the most important information and structure it into a plan which one can clearly follow.read more
Linda Atkinson
00:28 28 Dec 18
This has been an incredible experience - I'm well on my way now to completing my novel, and I can't wait for the third draft course to start. My tutor (Kelly) is supportive and encouraging, and has kept me on track. I can't recommend this organisation enough.read more
Susan Furber
10:16 19 Dec 18
I have completed the First and Second Draft novel courses, both online and I have found the structure of the courses, support of the Writers' Studio and the regular guidance and encouragement of my tutors to be instrumental in my ongoing development as a writer. I look forward to continuing the journey.read more
Rosa Pasquale
10:30 16 Dec 18
I've just finished the Short Story GENRE course and I'm amazed that I can focus my writing in the four areas of Love Story, Comedy, Thriller and Fantasy. I had no idea that my imagination had characters ready to jump onto the page in a way that makes people want to read to the end of the story. I highly recommend this course to anyone who wants to stop dreaming of being a writer, and just start writing! Thanks goes to Roland and Kathleen who have produced such an easy to follow course and a supportive online feedback environment. Publishing to a deadline with tutors and fellow writers in the wings ready to give encouraging suggestions has improved my writing and encouraged me to keep going. I can't wait to take my fantasy characters further as I tackle the next course, Writers' Gym! Thanks, Rosaread more
Julia Walker
09:39 14 Dec 18
The "Unlocking Creativity" course was all it was promised to be. It focused on the practical process: how to put pen to paper, every day, and create an engaging, well-structured story. The tutors were warm, encouraging and provided regular, useful feedback, and the online format meant I could easily fit it in around full-time work (sometimes posting writing pieces at 7am). As someone who has studied English Literature at University, this course was refreshingly practical and forced me to put aside all my excuses and just WRITE.read more
jewel janan
02:55 14 Dec 18
I have just completed the 4 week Online Unlocking Creativity Course with the Writers' Studio. It has been an incredible experience and I have learnt so much in the inspiring, safe and supportive group environment that was created. So many wonderful quotes to carry with me and a structure that focused on many different elements including the development of writing skills, entering deeply into the emotional and inner psychological worlds of characters and so much more. Having an incredible tutor Yasmin, who gave me such helpful and inspiring feedback really supported the development of my writing in ways I had only imagined. I am filled with admiration for Kathleen and Roland from the Writers' Studio who have developed this exceptional course! Thank you so much!!!read more
Christine Kimber
02:53 14 Dec 18
I have just completed SHORT STORY GENRE with the Writer's Studio and I highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to embark on a writing career, be it professional or personal interest. The steps to writing the various genres were laid out in a way that really pushed you to open your mind to stories you didn't think you could come up with. The tutor feedback was very constructive and class participation was excellent. I would recommend this course, and the Writer's Studio, to any up and coming writer.read more
Ian Bruce
09:27 02 Dec 18
Wonderful camaraderie. Everyone on the course is so different. They even accommodate non-writers like me. Teaching methods are productive and enjoyable. Staff are gentle, empathic and very experienced. Most important of all was that an academic friend of mine described my final short story as "professional"read more
Candice Tate
08:12 30 Nov 18
I just finished the Writers' Studio Unlocking Creativity online course and it really helped me build my confidence to start writing. They gave me the tools and techniques I needed to organise my ideas and just get started, and having a tutor who was supportive and gave clear feedback brought it all together. I'll be back, probably for the short stories course. I really recommend it.read more
Christine Westwood
05:54 23 Nov 18
Best writing courses in Sydney, solid techniques and terrific groups set up to encourage, share and give feedback. Encapsulates the best writing techniques all in one place
Katharine McLennan
10:10 21 Nov 18
I just finished the Live First Draft with Roland, Rich and Kathleen in Bronte -- I have never written anything except a bit of poetry and I have a real live first draft of a book that emerged from a muse I never knew I had in me. It was a magical experience -- what a wonderful gift to be taught -- easily and carefully nursed along with great support, structure, insight and lots of laughter from the three teachers who have been studying story structure for years and years -- and REALLY understand how to best teach it from all angles -- as well as how to see everyone's potential. The structure of the First Draft course is terrific for writers like me who have never written before -- and yet we also had a published writer with us enjoying the discipline of being with us, relearning the structure. Learning the basics of the story structure, scene writing, and how characters unfold in their arc was absolutely fantastic -- as was the camaraderie of my fellow classmates. The design of the course is extremely practical -- and quite elegant -- and one can put as much or as little as one has the time to put in to it. The book seemed to have written itself at times and at other times -- I could "feel" the writer's mud-wrestling -- life does reveal itself so much through writing -- and rewriting. Quite an intense experience not to be missed. Bring on the second draft! Thank you for the gift of teaching, Roland, Rich and Kathleen -- and thank you for always looking for what is working about our writing! Love, Katharineread more
Peter RUSSELL
04:56 21 Nov 18
Roland Fishman’s Writer’s Studio is the perfect starting point for any would-be writer of fiction or screenplays. In a non-threatening and highly-positive learning environment, he and his fellow instructors will get your pen or mouse dusted off and creating stories that you thought you never had in you. In every one of their courses – live and online - you will be in the creative company of others who will inspire and encourage you. Enjoy the ride - I have.”read more
Rebecca Eves
00:47 21 Nov 18
Roland and Kathleen, and of course, Rich are Sydney's best kept secret. They bring an aptitude, love for writing, and unique talent in drawing out the stories within, like no one else. I'm totally indebted to them for the richness of my story and in developing a love of storytelling that I never realised was so deep inside me. You will not regret one second of the time you dedicate to turning up and being guided by these lovely, lovely people. I just finished my first draft and am looking forward to starting Draft 2!read more
Annika Johansson
05:28 23 Sep 18
A supportive, inspiring environment for you to channel your writing goals towards something big.
Julia McRae
23:30 17 Sep 18
Having just completed my 2nd draft (Live) course, I could not be more eager to continue.A course at Writers Studio is the best start if one is passionate about the craft of writing.If you ‘have a book in you’, but don’t know how to start, enrol in Unlocking creativity course and start writing.Julia L.read more
Denese W
01:37 09 Sep 18
The Writer's Studio intensive 4week Unlocking Creativity Online Course delivered more for me than any other I have attended in person. If you want to get better at your writing, you have to start taking it seriously and this course will give you the focus to make your imagination come alive. It has given me renewed enthusiasm and the skills to open my senses more intensely to the world around me and above all, to keep my pen moving!read more
Adam Mitchell
05:18 08 Sep 18
If you're thinking about taking a course to help you unleash your writer-self and you're looking for a realistically demanding, cleverly scaffolded, open and generous environment; this is it. The Unlocking Creativity course was, in my experience, the best thing I've done to further my writing. Ever. The incredible generosity and courage of the writers, the gentle, nurturing wisdom of our exceptional tutor and the rich learning through the readings and support material has made a significant impact which will last well beyond the course. My only complaint is that the weeks went way too quickly. I can't wait to do another Writers' Studio course. A most sincere thank you to all at TWS.read more
Marta Capdevila
23:58 26 Jul 18
The Writers’ Studio has helped me to build confidence as a writer. I had some ideas floating around my mind but did not find the courage and the discipline to organise them. They have given me the inspiration and the tools I needed to start writing my novel. My Tutor and classmates’ feedback has been thoughtful and supportive; I wish I could have it every time I wrote a scene… Now that I have finished, this positive energy continues pushing me to write every day.read more
kristen toovey
02:24 24 Jul 18
I've done both the Unlocking Creativity course and the 10 Month screen/novel writing course and I can't recommend them enough. Writing has become so much more than a hobby and the course was incredibly enlightening, informative and fun. I never wanted it to end.read more
Barbara Cassidy
12:09 15 Jul 18
I started with the Unlocking Creativity course last year and realised that even though I spend every work day writing procedures and training materials, I was blocking my ability to write creatively. I was astounded by the flow of words, phrases and descriptions that poured out during the four week course. Taking the time to visualise a scene before writing it has helped me write quickly and stay within the scene. At the end of the Unlocking Creativity course, I enrolled in the 10-month First Draft course, completed it and have now enrolled in the Second Draft course. Watching the growth and expansion of my own story, as well as hearing the development of other writers' stories, has been interesting and rewarding. How do people come up with some of those creative ideas? They are amazing and I look forward to reading their books one day.I highly recommend the courses if you have a basic idea for a story.read more
Danny Phillips
09:32 29 Jun 18
I’ve just completed the Unlocking Creativity course and can’t recommend it highly enough. If you want to sit around theorising about writing this isn’t for you, they get you writing at full speed from day one. They have supportive tutors (thanks Rich!) and it’s a well structured, practical course. It does what it says on the tin- it gives you tools and techniques to start writing.read more
Sophie Andrews
01:54 04 Jun 18
I just completed the Unlocking Creativity Online course and I found it fantastic. The course is well designed because it helps break down the psychological barriers to writing by encouraging a regular writing habit, with regular posting of pieces and receiving valuable and positive feedback, as well as also teaching key elements of the writing process and craft so that I could really see my writing improve over the course. If you want a course that will kick-start (or re-start) your writing journey, I highly recommend it.read more
nino lo giudice
11:26 03 Jun 18
I highly recommend the "Unblocking Creativity" course. It strikes a wonderful balance between structure and imagination, accountability and freedom. Perfect for emerging and existing writers alike looking for a nudge, or push, into the stream...read more
Alison Radford
02:30 02 Jun 18
Well organised course. Was very empowering to spur me on to get writing.
Manawa Ilingworth
11:07 01 Jun 18
Just completed the unlocking creativity course with the writers studio...Have had an Awesome experience...If your looking for a way to kick start your creative urges, look no further.The course is well structuredWell thought through, great support, great everything...Give yourself the gift you’re always dreamed ofthe 1st step in your creative writing life..It’s up to you...let the writers studio guide you through the beginning of your writing journey...Cheers and all the bestManawa...read more
Claire Tennant
02:13 23 Apr 18
If you want somewhere to start in your writing goals, I recommend the Writers Studio to you. Doing courses Online means you manage your time within the guidelines of the course. There are several short term courses available to whet your appetite or tempt your talent, and if you want to pursue your dream to write a novel, there is a ten month option for that. I especially liked the feedback given both from other students and the designated tutor. The method of evaluation as opposed to criticism, taught us to encourage the growth of the writer and learn from another’s style of writing. it helped me tremendously, as I do not like the rugby coach approach of learning.One piece of advice sticks in my head when I begin any exercise or piece of writing now “Just write junk.” It is both surprising and delightful to discover that ideas emerge when you pursue an idea however silly and edit later. My experience with the Writers Studio was very pleasant: I hope yours will be tooread more
Keri Spooner
01:30 20 Apr 18
This is a fabulous course and I strongly recommend it to anyone wanting a practical process for unlocking creativity and beginning to actually write creatively and well. It really works and it doesn't hurt! The best learning experience I've had in many years.read more
Eda Utku
00:27 20 Apr 18
I took both “Unlocking Your Creativity” and the “Writers’ Gym” courses and found them invaluable in getting into the discipline of creating the worlds and characters to tell my stories. The discipline you gain in these online courses, support of mentors and fellow course attendees is absolute gold. If you have a book you’ve been trying to write and not sure where to start, start here.read more
Sarah L
13:28 19 Apr 18
I have completed 2 Writers' Studio online courses. The process is effective, our Writer's Gym tutor illuminated our threads of gold and made them glitter. On the "Writers Board", the camaraderie between the vastly different students encouraged our writing experiments. Our new characters were fleshed-out entities by the end of the course - with their yet-to-be-written futures in front of them!read more
Sonia Karouzos
08:42 19 Apr 18
I have done two courses at the Writers Studio both online and they were well worth the money and time. Run very professionally they have inspired me to continue on the writing path and I now have the tools to do so successfully. Highly recommend.read more
Sue Fergus
07:38 19 Apr 18
I have recently completed my secomd online course and am surprised at where it is leading me. The course gently takes you beyond what you thought you could acheive and then you go a little further. The feedback from the tutors and your fellow writers is insightful and encouraging. I am signing up for course three.read more
Vincent Fogliati
07:14 19 Apr 18
Both the online and face-to-face courses at the Writers' Studio are absolutely superb. They boast breadth in the array of skills taught, and depth in their exploration of the emotional logic of great stories. Roland and Kathleen are fantastic teachers, and their tutors are clearly hand-picked with a keen eye, because they, too, are excellent. Highly recommended.read more
Katharine McLennan
00:28 28 Feb 18
Thank you the Writers' Studio for encouraging me to start writing. It has been yet another way to allow the Universe to come in and speak to me and I’ve been astonished by what has emerged. I’ve always thought I couldn’t draw, sing or write, and in all three accounts, I’ve proven myself wrong by just setting aside the time and space and “showing up” with the willingness to learn from teachers and fellow students who are willing to share their space with me. Unlocking Creativity was a great opportunity of learning what generosity can do, and I truly admire my teachers and fellow students for the courage to say and write what they do. I was astonished to learn what emerges as you start just simply with a name of a character, their occupation, their age and their martial status. The Writers’ Studio then taught us some techniques in scene setting which allowed me to open up my imagination, heretofore preoccupied with business and strategy. Most of the time, I had no preconceived idea about what I would write about, and the story simply emerged through the process, and it was magic to see how it would end, and what would come through my mind. To write with the Muse must indeed be a wonderful experience, and I intend to keep writing to find more and more of Her. I have only experienced the tiniest speck of Presence but enough to know She is extraordinarily powerful. I have a lot of work to do on my wordiness – and particularly on how to use dialogue. I have never written a story through a conversation, so I am excited to learn how to do that. I love the psychological dimensions of characters as they go on Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey, and I long to be the elaborate plot choreographer that J.K. Rowling must have been before she ever began to actually do her writing. So, off to the 10-month Novel Course by the Writers’ Studio. I still have far too many half-baked (1% baked?) ideas for the novel but I think that is good for now as it is through the character development that the novel can come to life. I am hoping that this is so. Part of me wants to write historical fiction around heroines like Joan of Arc, Isis, Nefertiti, Catherine the Great, and even make up heroines in different eras. Part of me wants to write about corporate feminine leaders struggling to overthrow the masculine way of leading. Part of me wants to write in the future – say 2030 in a completely parallel world where the world works very differently politically, economically and biologically.read more
Sky D
02:55 27 Feb 18
This course has opened me up to the possibilities of becoming a writer. I never did have the confidence nor the motivation to find time to start writing. But I found myself prioritizing this course above all other aspects of my life during the four weeks. Now I am always thinking of wanting to write. I did the Online course and I what excited me the most was the comradery of my fellow writers and tutor from all over the world.I highly recommend this course as it truly does unlock your creativity.read more
Pia G
03:43 26 Feb 18
The Unlocking Creativity course is everything you've read and so much more. It teaches you the essential craft of structure, so that you can unleash your imagination and really write. The Writers' Studio staff are incredibly helpful, insightful and supportive. The best thing I ever did!read more
Leonie Mansfield
02:56 26 Feb 18
I recently finished the four week 'Unlocking Creativity' online course at The Writer's Studio and I cannot recommend it highly enough. The structure of the course, the interaction with your fellow writers and tutor, the spirit of having fun and enjoying the writing process are all beautifully tied together within the course and left me feeling incredibly inspired and energised. For anyone interested / considering writing in any of its forms, enrol now.read more
Charlotte French
23:06 23 Feb 18
I took the plunge into 4 weeks of 'Unlocking Creativity Online'. It had a profound impact on me. I learned to trust- and fell in love with- the process or writing. I am so thankful to Creative Writer's Studio. I used to wonder if there was a book in me. Now I know there's a writer in me.read more
George Amine
05:38 22 Feb 18
spectacular writing courses!
