Haibun & Haiku: Workshop

About Rochelle Potkar:Join us for a unique workshop led by Rochelle Potkar, a prize-winning and widely anthologized poet. Rochelle is an alumna of Iowa’s International Writing Program (2015) and a Charles Wallace Writer’s Fellow at the University of Stirling (2017). Her acclaimed book Paper Asylum (haibun) was shortlisted for the Rabindranath Tagore Literary Prize 2020. Rochelle’s poetry film Skirt features on Shonda Rhimes’ Shondaland. She is also the author of Bombay Hangovers (short stories), Four Degrees of Separation (poetry), and her latest book, Coins in Rivers. Rochelle’s work has been translated into multiple languages and she has read her poetry across the globe. She serves on the syllabi boards at St. Xavier's College, Mumbai and Wilson College, and has mentored at Iowa-USA’s International Writing Programs and the Himalayan Writing Retreat.

Workshop Overview:Explore the art of haibun and haiku in this workshop. Haiku, a form of Japanese short poetry, and haibun, which seamlessly weaves prose and poetry, offer a unique way to balance narrative and verse. This workshop provides the perfect opportunity to play with words, combining storytelling with poetry.

What You’ll Learn:

• Haiku and Haibun Writing: Learn the fundamentals of these poetic forms.
• Visual Thinking: Enhance your imagery by distilling concepts visually.
• Lyrical Writing: Develop rhythmic skills essential for poetry.
• Attentiveness to Nature: Practice will make you more aware of nature and personal epiphanies.
• Broadened Writing Skills: These techniques will improve your effectiveness in other writing forms, including free verse, screenplays, and non-fiction.

Takeaways:Participants will receive a certificate of completion. The workshop is designed to boost your creative writing skills and deepen your appreciation of poetry.

Venue : OF10 A/204, SUPREME BUSINESS PARK, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400076 Timings : 9.30am-1.30 pm

Date : 1st September 2024

Workshop Guidelines:

• Arrival Time: Please arrive at the venue by 9:15 AM. The workshop will start promptly at 9:30 AM.
• Fees: The workshop fee is ₹2999.
• Cancellation Policy: Please note that there are no refunds or adjustments in case of cancellation.
• Materials to Bring: Kindly bring your notebooks, pens, and any writing devices you prefer (laptop, iPad, etc.).Workshop Duration: The workshop will conclude at 1:30 PM.
• Attendance: Once you leave the workshop, re-entry will not be permitted.
• Respectful Conduct: Please maintain a respectful and professional attitude throughout the workshop.
• Mobile Phones: Keep your mobile phones on silent mode to avoid disruptions.
• Food and Beverages: A quick break will be provided. Please bring your own tiffin or you may purchase food from Of10's café.
• Participation: Engage actively in discussions and exercises to make the most of the workshop experience.Registration Link