Saturday Creative Writing Workshop

The Writing Studio

4.7 57 reviews

Tap into your imagination during a calming, online writing workshop that welcomes both novice and seasoned authors. This Zoom-based class blends mindful meditation with thoughtful peer feedback, guiding you through memoir and fiction exercises. You may be surprised by the powerful, original work you create along the way.

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Description

In a peaceful and supportive Saturday workshop atmosphere, guided meditations help quiet the critical mind, making authentic writing possible, cathartic, and transformational. Write a memoir, fiction, or personal narrative as you explore an inspirational theme or myth each session. During the three one-hour writing sessions, you will receive constructive and respectful feedback on your work from fellow writers. You may surprise yourself by the depth and quality of the material you produce.

Both experienced and beginning writers are welcome to participate. This class creates a nurturing environment where all skill levels can develop their voice and craft.

Format: This class will be held via Zoom, allowing you to participate from the comfort of your own space.

Remote Learning

This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.

Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.

Refund Policy

Refund less 5% cancellation fee if you cancel 6 business days prior to first class/workshop in series.
Once the classes/workshops have started, tuition is no longer refundable.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at The Writing Studio (57)

(4.7-star rating across 57 reviews)

This class: 4.9 out of 5 from 14 reviews

Saturday Creative Writing Workshop

Joi W. • April 20, 2020

Elana was an incredible guide! I truly enjoyed her class!
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Heidi B. • November 18, 2019
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Sharon C. • June 16, 2019
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Rhonda W. • March 24, 2019

Elana and all of the writing participants felt like an extension of myself! I thoroughly enjoyed everyone’s style of writing. Really appreciated the well-planned flow of the entire day with Elana’s precise and careful feedback after each writing segments! I did not have any fixed expectations as my first writing workshop and truly walked away more in love with my literary potential! SPECIAL THANKS TO ELANA‼️
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Christine O. • July 29, 2018
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Karin N. • April 29, 2018
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Matt W. • April 23, 2017
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Sherry McCoy • September 13, 2016

I thoroughly enjoyed Elana's Creative Writing Workshop! I was able to dive deep and write from my heart because of the encouragement I received in the workshop. This support and guidance was provided by Elana to all the students taking the class. At the end of the day, I was delighted at what I had achieved, and touched by what others had shared in their writings. I came away realizing how much we all have in common, despite having come from very diverse backgrounds. I highly recommend Elana's Creative Writing Workshop! Five stars!
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Erik Liberman • September 13, 2016

Phenomenal storywriting odyssey - from conception to birth - over the course of a deeply fulfilling day. I love and highly recommend Elana's classes to everyone hungry to share the unsung stories of their heart.
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Syd Yang • September 8, 2016

What a great class! I really appreciate the space that Elana holds for her students, always encouraging us to journey further along the edges and deeper into the undergrowth of the stories we are calling into being. The other writers in the space were incredibly welcoming and helped me tap into new facets of confidence as well. The loving energy that Elana nurtures in her classes is a powerful writing elixir!
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Kim Clark • September 8, 2016

Elana is my muse. Being new to creative writing and thus needing guidance, inspiration and encouragement, I was thrilled to discover this personal Calliope who provides all this and more in a beautiful serene and supportive environment. As they say, when the student is ready the teacher will come. Her commitment to her students is full and unending and she provides a safe place to dive deep and reveal the story that must be told. I am discovering new worlds through Elana's brilliant mastery of coaxing creativity to flourish and shine through my words. Who knew I had it in me? She did!
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Karine Armen • September 8, 2016

I need structure to write. It's challenging to be self-disciplined. During the last few years I have taken many Saturday workshops from Elana. She starts with a positive attitude and mediation. After each break we read our writing pieces and she gives feedback encouraging us to add more detail. Elana has encouraged me to go deep and write about many issues. She was the one who told me to write about my grandmother's experience during the Armenian Genocide. I published that story in a self-help book to bring understanding of my mother's writings and my background how I went to social work, photography, and teaching. Elana is a catalyst to bring out our life stories. I really enjoy going to her writing workshops. Also, she cooks wonderful vegetarian dishes. Her apartment is cozy and inviting.

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The Writing Studio, founded by Elana Golden, offers classes and workshops in creative and personal writing to experienced and beginning writers. With over 17 years of experience and 4000 classes, it is a unique and highly respected Los Angeles school.

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