The Writers Workshop

VANSA KZN
(Visual Arts Network of South Africa)
Presents
THE WRITERS WORKHOP
To be held on 18 & 19 FEBRUARY 2012 at THE COLLECTIVE
To be run by
PETER MACHEN

Peter Machen is one of South Africa's leading arts writers. Multitalented Machen is also a layout artist and publication designer, photographer and editor. He has written for the following publications the Weekend Witness, Independent on Saturday, Sawubona, Metrobeat, and various other publications and websites. He has produced a range of publications for numerous clients, including the British Council, eThekwini Municipality and the KZNSA Gallery. He also regularly exhibits his work in photographic exhibitions.

This workshop is designed for young upcoming artists in the industry, art students and arts graduates who are searching for their path with in the creative industry, established artists are welcome as well.
 

The workshop focuses on article writing, proposals, artist statements, motivational letters and branding (business cards, letterheads etc). The workshop is divided into two consecutive days, the first day involves an introduction to the fundamentals of writing articles, proposals and motivational/application letters, through a hands-on, experiential approach. The second day will involve peer evaluation with reference to writing produced by participants, with practical editorial inputs from the facilitator. The afternoon session will address the writing of artists statements and branding.
 

Booking closes on 17 February 2012
R150 for non members and R70 for VANSA members

*NB Booking is only confirmed by payment, payments should be made to VANSA ideally through EFT. Kindly forward proof of payment to kznadmin@vansa.co.za.

Banking Details                                                             Workshop Venue
Nedbank                                                                                                 The Collective
Acc 2301373878                                                                                   48 B Florida Road
Savings Account                                                                                    Morningside
Musgrave                                                                                                 Durban

For more infromation and booking contact:

Thembeka Teekay Ngcemu
VANSA KZN Adminstrator
+27 (0) 73 469 6407
+27 (0) 31 303 4891
kznadmin@vansa.co.za
www.vansa.co.za

ALL WELCOME!