Here at camp, we learn techniques for writing poetry, prose, memoir, fiction, and much more. Our workshops allow us to explore multiple genres and styles of writing while surrounded by a positive community. The camp is very diverse with many unique people with different styles of writing and ways of expressing our artistic strengths. Through these workshops and interactions, we have been gaining knowledge about how to write literature more coherently for audiences to enjoy. We believe in the importance of teamwork and friendship and try to respect one another. The camp is an enriching experience for any rising 8th – 12th grader.
Throughout Week 2, we’ve had the opportunity to work with many amazingly skilled instructors, such as Tristen Fagg, Elise Gallagher, Rosemary Kitchen, Austrie Martinez, Latonia Valencia Moss, Nate Brown, Krystle Carter, and Meagan Noel Nyland. On Tuesday, we met the author Kathy Macmillan. She gave us advice about professional writing and told us about her latest novel, Sword and Verse. We also practiced writing a short author’s biography, and learned about the publishing process. Thanks to these instructors, we have learned new forms of poetic expression, as well as developed and enhanced our knowledge on the elements and styles of fantasy. We learned and practiced new techniques, and tried our best to revise and critique our writing in order to reach its full potential.