Class

Craft in Nature Writing

Throughout this course we will examine the craft of writing about nature paying special attention to context, causality, setting, and theme. We will examine works of nature writing from a diverse group of writers and poet such as Terry Tempest Williams, Gwen Nell Westerman, and Ada Limón and examine the craft choices they make when writing about nature. Then each week we will apply what we have learned by writing our own pieces of nature writing, and workshopping them in an equitable and respectful manner, so that we can help one another grow as writers. Written feedback will be provided each week by teaching artist and will be shared via email with participants. Additionally each week there will be a writing prompt and in class writing time to respond to the prompt; sharing what is written during in class writing time is optional.

No class on July 2.

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Instructions for Accessing This Online Class

In order to access live class meetings, you must have the Zoom application downloaded to your computer. You will also need a WiFi/Internet connection throughout the duration of your scheduled meeting and a computer with audio and video capability. The information to join your Zoom classroom will be provided in your confirmation email upon registration. Please check spam folders if you do not see this email upon registration. For more information on how to use Zoom, please see our training manual here.

Some classes use a supplemental Google Classroom page. Should your teaching artist use Google Classroom, you will be invited to join the classroom via email at least 24 hours in advance of your class (check spam folders if you are not seeing this invitation). Please note that Google Classroom requires a Gmail address to access the Classroom. If you do not have a Gmail account, the email invitation will be sent to the email address we have on file and will prompt you to create a free account or enter an existing account to join the classroom. If we are unable to send an email invitation to your non-gmail account, you will be contacted by a staff member to provide a Gmail address. If you do not have a Gmail account, you can create a free account here. Should you have concerns about this, please contact a Loft staff member at [email protected] or 612-379-8999. For more information on how to use Google Classroom, please see our training manual here.