Calling all writers, cartoonists, filmmakers: participants in The Art of Observation experience intense lessons on being present, actively working exercises that sharpen observation skills (observing the world around us as well as inside us) with the goal of better understanding ourself and others. You will establish a dedicated observation notebook while practicing the ways a writer might use observation to create, develop, and inform meaningful characters, engaging dialogue, and captivating scenes in a new, original story.
Steven Fischer is an internationally recognized writer/producer of fiction and non-fiction stories with credits for PBS/MPT, OWN, TV Asia, Canal+ France. He teaches journal writing and creative writing at Northwestern University.
This class is suitable for all levels.
Cancellation Policy:
The Carnegie Center reserves the right to cancel a class if minimum enrollment is not met. It is best to register early to help our instructors prepare and to ensure the class does not get cancelled. We evaluate registration numbers between 6 and 2 business days before a class starts to decide whether we can hold the class. Classes that do not meet minimum enrollment may be cancelled a minimum of two business days prior to the first class meeting. All participants will be notified by email and will receive full refunds.
