Briar Keenan
04:18 28 Sep 20
I attended the 4 Week Unlocking Creativity Live course and had a truly uplifting experience. Rich was an amazing facilitator - the environment was super supportive and inspiring. Highly recommend to any aspiring writer or creative.read more
Anne Boyd
03:27 28 Sep 20
I have always wanted to write but totally lacked confidence in my ability to do so. My lifelong creative outet has been as a composer. For the past two decades, I've thought about writing my memoirs. Then at 67yrs, I started running and at 68yrs ran my first marathon and haven't stopped. I wanted to write about my transformative running journey, too. But how to begin? And more importantly, continue? Now 74yrs, through my daughter, I was thrilled to discover The Writers' Studio. We both enrolled in their mind-blowing Unlocking Creativity. Four weeks on, thanks to this awesome course, I'm thrilled to have developed some budding writing skills and brimming confidence that with the help of the online First Draft Novel course and its encouraging tutors, I will get my own story into a readable form. My fear of writing has been transformed into excitement at the start of another creative journey. Can't wait to start. It so helps that I won't be taking this journey on my own. Totally recommend the Writers' Studio.read more
Catherine Finnis
13:04 11 Sep 20
I have just completed the four week Unlocking Creativity course and I can say that it was a revelation. It was utterly rewarding to be composing pieces under the rigorous but relaxed guidance of Roland and Kathleen, and also my own dedicated tutor, who was the most insightful, generous, encouraging person imaginable. The course was not a pushover by any means, but I found that if I followed the teaching on structure, letting go of inhibitions, and many other nuggets of pure gold, my imagination took over and I was able to write! The other participants, whose work we all read and with whom we all exchanged feedback were an incredible group of mutually supportive people. I unreservedly recommend this wonderful course to anyone who wants to connect or reconnect with their creativity. Go for it!read more
West Wing Butler
06:01 11 Sep 20
I have just completed the 4 week unlocking creativity course and am so thrilled with the work that I have been able to produce with the guidance of my tutor, Christine, and the feedback from my fellow students. I now have ideas bursting out of my head and an idea of the structure to follow to put my ideas on the page. I have enrolled for the Short Story course in October and can't wait to see how much further I can take my passion with the support of the Writer's Studio.read more
Sama Bakht
13:39 04 Aug 20
I don't regularly write reviews, but have no qualms writing this one!After undertaking The Unlocking Creativity online course, I feel like I have acquired the discipline and the skill set to take the next daring step. The course materials are exactly the guidance you need; informative, no waffling, and no nannying - they know what they're talking about, what works and what are the commonplace mistakes, using their own experience and the experiences of other writers through quotes to demonstrate the lessons learned in the most eloquent way. That said, they also and most importantly create and maintain a non-judgemental and actively encouraging environment, that make you feel safe and brave and inevitably you grow as a writer in those conditions.I've learned skills I didn't even know I needed to have or that I didn't have, and at the same time I can't believe I was trying to stumble along haphazardly without them! Very, very glad to have come across them, and plan on continuing with them for another course! :Dread more
Hilary Joyce
03:05 19 Jun 20
Sometimes we scan information so quickly, often just moving on without too much thought. I nearly did when an advertisement popped up for The Writers’ Studio, Unlocking Creativity 4 week course. I’m so pleased that I allowed my fingers and mind to settle for a minute. The course provides a safe and fertile space for beginner to advanced writers to rediscover a love of imagination. You learn techniques and hints to overcome stagnation, build complex characters and basic story structure, all the time enjoying the process and having fun. Using the writers’ board during the course allows you to read, provide support and generous feedback to fellow participants, and it’s where your tutor gives enthusiastic and comprehensive reviews of submitted work. The course is very detailed and flies by too quickly. Many thanks to my most outstanding tutor Annie , without you encouragement I may never have signed for further courses with the Writers’ Studio. It’s truly wonderful!read more
Kim McCall
23:04 29 May 20
I just finished the 4 week "Unlocking Creativity" live via Zoom "COVID version" :) It was great and allowed me to meet and interact with others which I would not have done otherwise as I would not have been able to go to the studio itself. I have done the online version years ago and that was great and very supportive also. My online tutor Owen was fantastic and gave clear and informative feedback as did my fellow writers. My Zoom tutor Richard was enthusiastic and very encouraging and pointed out strengths in our character writing as well as going over the process with us. It is a wonderful supportive environment, the writer's board being a "positive feedback" cocoon, the process itself a learning tool.I was terrified at the thought of putting work up alongside other fabulous writers but I pushed through and did it and it was an excellent experience. Doing the short meditation before writing is a great tool and it cleared the mind to let the imagination go. Even if you are not thinking of being a best seller but you enjoy putting pen to paper it is worth doing, It gave me confidence in myself and writing can be a great purger of baggage :)read more
Rosa Pasquale
12:02 29 May 20
Do you dream of writing a novel or screenplay? Are you too busy to attend classes? I recommend the Online First Draft course. It takes the mystique out of being an author and gets into the business of writing. Even with juggling family and work, I managed to complete a draft and was happily surprised with the ending. My tutor always encouraged me, saw things in my writing that I didn't see, and gave me plenty of ideas to think about. I put the publishing deadlines in my planner and told myself, "that's what real writers do," and made a commitment to finish. Ten months later and I can't wait till the Second Draft Course starts.read more
Melissa McMahon
07:54 29 May 20
I recently completed "Unlocking Creativity" and would highly recommend this course. I have always aspired to write, but never really felt that I possessed the creativity. The course opened my eyes to the fact that this is something I can do if I just turn off my critical brain and trust in the process. I loved the Writers' Board and the fact that you give structured feedback to two peers every time you post means that you learn from others. Denise, the tutor, gave very specific, insightful and encouraging feedback. She is the consummate professional! I now feel excited by the possibilities of the blank page and will definitely sign up for another Writers' Studio course soon.read more
Abigail Wyght
07:39 29 May 20
I've just finished the course for Unlocking Creativity with the Writers Studio and had such a great time with learning the different aspects of writing and character building, that I would recommend the course to anyone who writes for a refresher or someone just starting out. It was so informative and comphrensive. Abigail Spiersread more
Alicia Kacar
04:37 29 May 20
I'm so glad I found The Writers' Studio! I've just completed the Unlocking Creativity course, which exceeded all my expectations. I was amazed at the stories I was able to produce by following the lessons on scene creation and structure. My tutor and classmates provided invaluable feedback throughout the 4 weeks. I loved every minute! Now that I've found my lost writer's mojo, I'm going to keep the momentum going. I've just enrolled in the 10-Month First Draft course, which I'm sure will be life changing. If you're sitting on the fence about joining a course, my advice is to jump over!read more
Deirdre Byrne
04:55 30 Apr 20
Hi I loved this course. It got me writing again, so much so that I can't wait for the next course in June. There is so much support, and you are accountable for your writing and that's the only way to learn! Loved it!read more
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
AgentGibb 95
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
Tee 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
