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Writing Retreat in TuscanyLaura's article on the antiques fair in Arezzo, Italy recently ran on the cover of the Los Angeles Times travel section: Antique-hunting in Arezzo, Italy Writing Retreat in Tuscany September 25 - October 2, 2010 Optional extension for Antiques Fair, October 2 - 3 Join us for a week of writing and traveling in Italy's jewels, Tuscany and Umbria. The workshop will be based in the beautiful, medieval town of Arezzo, home to exquisite Renaissance frescoes, including the masterwork of Piero della Francesca, and other art treasures. Find your own rhythm and become part of Arezzo's daily life. Stroll down the Corso Italia, where the locals take their evening passeggiata. Window shop, people watch, stop in the handmade pasta market, relax at a sidewalk caf? with an espresso or glass of wine. The pace is slow, the people warm and friendly. Life is sweet, la dolce vita. After morning classes in Arezzo, explore the softly rolling countryside with vineyards, olive groves, and deep green cypress trees and visit charming nearby towns, including Cortona, Orvieto, Siena and Assisi. Local markets, medieval towns, and Renaissance art will provide great material for writers of all genres and offer a rare opportunity for those who would like to write about memoir, travel, food, art or history. Participants stay in lovely studio apartments, each with private bath and kitchen. The workshop includes some instruction, in-class writing exercises and feedback on your writing. This will be a memorable experience. The week includes:
In Arezzo's restaurants you'll find excellent meals at a fraction of what you'd expect in Rome or Florence. With bountiful markets and a kitchen in your room, it's possible to eat very well at reasonable prices.
Payments due by July 15, 2010. Space is limited. Registration is first come, first served, so sign up early! * Price based on the dollar/euro rate more than a year in advance of trip may be adjusted to reflect exchange rate at time of trip Back to the top Links For a brief introduction to Arezzo, see http://www.italyheaven.co.uk/tuscany/florence/daytrips.html For current train schedules and fares, see http://www.trenitalia.com Call Laura at 415.388.0900 or email info@lauradeutsch.com regarding payment or other questions. Let us know if you?d like to receive information about future workshops in Italy or France. Upcoming workshops in France will be posted in 2010. Writing Workshop and Coaching in Florence  Memory and ImaginationSaturday, October 8, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Florence (location to be announced) Cost: $150 USD for payments received by September 1. $180 USD after that. Each of us has a unique way of braiding memory and imagination when we write. Join me for a day of creative writing exercises, writing and readings in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. We'll use memory, imagination, and other creative writing prompts and techniques to help you develop new material and enrich your works in progress. You'll spend the day creating memorable characters, vivid scenes and engaging stories. For writers at all levels. Coaching in Florence A great opportunity for writers who'd like to meet with Laura one-on-one, review their writing and develop a plan for writing going forward. Please see the Editing and Coaching page and contact Laura if you'd like to receive one-on-one editing or coaching while she's in Italy. Back to the top |
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 Umbrian landscape near Bevagna  Medieval frescoes, Poppi  Hidden garden, Civita di Bagnoregio  Cyclist, Volterra  Rose-covered Tuscan villa  Hand-painted olive oil spouts, Deruta |
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