What will you do during this course? You will write. You will read. You will listen. You will engage. You will not be perfect. You will not get everything right, but you will show up and dig in.
During the course of 20 weeks students will develop a media (mixed or hybrid) project with writing as the foundation. The forms are open and you will learn which form best supports your story (think of podcasts, chapbooks, graphic novels, the potential is endless). We work with guest lectors from the US, UK and Netherlands in and out of the classroom. We work in feedback sessions with the group and with the core faculty. There is a solid focus on what the GROUP dynamic can bring to your individual work so be prepared to get close. This is not an isolated experience. You will not be alone in your attic writing but you will learn how to define your work as an individual. This is a practice that builds on the understanding that making art is a collective experience.
You will work on a project for the duration of the minor. Think of projects such as a podcast, chapbook, graphic novel, short stories in video and more. Under guidance you will select the form that works best for your theme, material, goals. You will have small short assignments and will work intensively with a number of faculty.
Engaging sessions
Throughout the course, you will meet twice a week for engaging sessions featuring guest speakers, workshops, and inspiration days developed in collaboration with Watershed and the Lazy Listeners Festival. These sessions, designed to spark creativity and expand your knowledge, will take place onsite, online, or off-site as indicated in the course overview, which provides clear details about when, what, and where.
Over the years, we’ve been privileged to host an impressive lineup of speakers who are flourishing in their field. Past contributors include Leonieke Baerwaldt, Corinne Heyrman, Dwight Fagbamila, Erik Jan Harmens, Mirjam van Dijk, Stan van Herpen, Buddy Wakefield, Michelle Samba, Jerron Herman, and Kevin Toma. These heavy hitters bring unparalleled expertise and insights, making this course a unique opportunity to learn from folks with fire.
Good to note: There will be some classes in the evening and online in connection with guest lectures from the US, Canada and elsewhere- it is required to attend. There are also classes in connection with the Lazy Listeners Festival December 5th and 6th Area 51 Eindhoven. This festival is required to attend.