Writing Workshops

Since 2021, it’s been my privilege to host writing workshops at the McTavish Academy of Art, exploring topics like world-building, developing fully realized characters, writing flash fiction, and tapping into your inner well of creativity. It’s my firm belief that everyone can be a writer and everyone has something to say, and I strive to build a welcoming and encouraging and kind environment for everyone who walks into one of my workshops.

Using exercises that utilize out-of-the-box thinking, my workshops provide fertile ground for new and original ideas and perspectives to grow, and every single group of writers I’ve led has surprised and enchanted me with the power of their writing that’s emerged. Each workshop is designed to be flexible for writers of all experience levels—from professionals with decades of experience to those who have never written more than grocery lists and emails—and we follow the group’s energy and ideas to ensure each participant gets what they need out of the afternoon.

More information and registration is available here.

COMING SOON: SUMMER WRITING WORKSHOP SERIES

Testimonials

“Since the beginning of 2023 I have taken two writing workshops with Angela Cowan: World Building and Character Development. Angela creates a safe space to explore writing no matter the level of experience one has. She is organized, confident, and prepared, bringing her passion for writing to the workshops. Angela leads interesting discussions for sharing the work produced by the writing exercises she offers. In both workshops I think we were all pleasantly surprised by the quality of writing that was being produced. I didn’t want either workshop to end! I am EXCITED about her upcoming workshops in April and I hope she considers offering full day writing workshops. Angela Cowan is working Big Magic!” -Wendy Picken, Artist and Author, owner of Mango Smile Studio

“I very much enjoyed meeting Angela and taking her workshop on Writers’ Block. I found the exercises challenging given the time limits but they were fun to do. After we read our work to the group, Angela’s positive feedback was extremely encouraging. It really helped to build my confidence. The four hours went by very quickly, which is a compliment to Angela’s skills in knowing how to keep us so engaged.” -Cam Ballantyne

“I have been away from writing for a number of years. I have been stuck, unmotivated and with no new ideas, and then I discovered Angela’s workshops. I have attended three over the past few months and I am so excited to be writing again. Her workshops are stimulating and so much fun. The techniques she uses are motivational and provide me with the stimulus I need. Thanks so much, Angela, looking forward to the next session.” -Diana Grant