OYAN WW::Day One

Day One is nearly over, and what a great day it's been! Mr. S talked about "Deconstructionism" in novels today, and then we discussed a few different published novels and what we saw could be done better or differently. Then we talked about the different story keys.

We had two separate critique group sessions today. Mine is called "Alnwick Gardens" and consists of Keifer, Jared, Amber, Carlie, Ashlynne, Eric, and we had a great time today! Everyone has fantastic excerpts and we all seem to get along really well together!

This evening we all went to see The Hobbit together, which was fantastic. Mr. and Mrs. S rented the whole theater, so we all got to go see it! Great movie! I'm no hardcore LotR fan, but I did definitely enjoy it!! :)

Anyway, it's getting late, and I need to get some rest for another big day tomorrow.

Jacki
Semper Fi

Last night we got to draw on the chalkboard paint at the S's warehouse space...well, here's a pic of mine! It a little dark, but enjoy!

OYAN WW::Prequel

Day One of the One Year Adventure Novel Winter Workshop is tomorrow...tonight was like a, well a sneak preview. We got registered for the workshop, and checked into the hotel, and then a big pizza dinner. After which they took us over to their new warehouse, one wall of which they have painted with chalkboard paint (Best. Invention. Ever.) They even had stockings for each of the students!

Tomorrow morning we have our first session at 8:30am, which marks the beginning of a long, exhausting, yet somehow refreshing week! Can't wait!!

Quick warning, Janae (affectionately known to most of us as 'Sharpie') and I are roommates this week, so...things could get just a little crazy here and there. :P



Jacki
Semper Fi