Question 1

What do I need to bring?

Accepted Answer

Nothing but your willingness to join in with looking, thinking and writing. If you have a favourite notebook and pen, or a device you prefer to write on, then bring those. But all resources will be provided.

Question 2

Do I need to know about philosophy and art and creative writing?

Accepted Answer

Not at all! This workshop will be suitable for anyone who likes looking at art, talking about ideas and trying out writing some words.

Question 3

Will I have to speak with other people or read out my writing?

Accepted Answer

No-one has to do anything they're not comfortable with. Rosie facilitates in a friendly and accessible way that makes everyone feel included. "This was a great, light-hearted way to play with creative writing and build confidence in finding new ways to generate writing ideas."

Question 4

Where will we meet?

Accepted Answer

We'll meet in the Graves Gallery Activity Room, on the 2nd floor of the Central Library building on Surrey Street. Then we'll go up to the gallery on the third floor to look at some art together. Returning to the Activity Room, we'll have time for thinking, talking and writing.

Question 5

Who is the facilitator?

Accepted Answer

Rosie Carnall is passionate about using artworks as inspiration for creativity. She's an Associate with the Writers Workshop, Sheffield and also facilitates the regular Sharing the View: philosophy in the gallery sessions in the Graves Gallery. She has an MA in Creative Writing from SHU.

Write from the Art *in the Graves Gallery*

Write from the Art in the Graves Gallery