Deepen your relationship with your own creativity. share the stories that need to be told. enhance your capacities for innovation.
Practical instruction. Compassionate critique. Unwavering affirmation.
Alchemize Studios exists at the edges of creativity: the fuzzy places where we doubt our writing, we doubt our creativity, we doubt ourselves, or we doubt our team. The places most people don’t like to talk about. The places where creative writers and creative doers get stuck.
We start there, and then we alchemize.
We turn doubt into definition and self-criticism into self-confidence. We turn squirreled away ideas into words on a page. We turn dull teams into bright lights. We transform our writing. We transform our creativity. And in so doing, we we transform our own capacities for expression, innovation, and self-liberation.
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Workshops
Unblock your writing.
Mindset + implementation programs for creative writers. Get it while the getting’s good.
creative writing Packages
Revive your writing. Revive your Self.
Your creativity isn’t dead. (I promise.)
Your stories matter. (I promise.)
You have something meaningful to say. I promise.
After working with me, students say things like…
“My involvement with Laura's creative writing workshop started with an ad in the local newspaper. I have always enjoyed a good book and thought this would be the perfect opportunity to learn what it takes to write. The classes were diverse of friendly people that all got along and willing to share personal stories. With Laura's instructions and class materials, she made the basics of writing easy to understand and enjoyable. One year after starting, I have written 14 short stories totaling over 70,000 words, the equivalent of a novel. Whether you're a beginner, like I was, or a seasoned writer, and want to learn or improve your writing, this is a class that I would highly recommend.”
- Bill J., Student in “Creative Writing for Grownups,” “Level Up Your Memoir Writing,” and “Setting the Scene”
“Laura contributes an architecture and toolkit to unearth the voice longing to share stories with others or see and hear for only yourself. Her enthusiasm for listening brings about a wonder within myself that feeds a perpetuating freedom through practice. I continually rediscover my unique voice of individual experience of life while writing, sharing, and listening to stories belonging within the tapestry of people gathered. I am so grateful Laura offers these workshops within our community!”
- Janette A., Student in “Creative Writing for Grownups” and “Setting the Scene”
“Laura's class brought a tremendous sense of community to everybody's writing experience. Something typically so personal now has a new twist- one which allows us to share our stories, and to gain knowledge from our peers. In class, Laura is always kind, caring, and encouraging, and I feel so lucky to be taught by someone so wonderful.”
- Jacy E., Student in “Creative Writing for Grownups,” “Level Up Your Memoir Writing,” and “Setting the Scene”
“They courses were amazing. Laura has a passion for her craft and it clearly shows. Not only does she give the most amazing prompts but she also encourages writers to explore beyond where a “normal” story would take you/run its course. I catch myself returning to exercises that she’s taken me through and coming up with something completely different from how I did it the first, second, or even third time since I’ve run through the exercise.”
- Erika D., Student in “Creative Writing for Grownups,” “Level Up Your Memoir Writing,” and “Setting the Scene”
“I’ve taken multiple of Laura’s in-person creative writing courses — and I’ve loved every one! I’m not a writer by nature, but she makes me feel confident and creative in each workshop that she hosts. From tips and tricks to creative writing prompts, and above all, a safe and supportive environment in which to express yourself, Laura and the Alchemize Studios’ classes make me a better writer — and send me home feeling better about myself and my craft than when I started. I now check every email of hers to see when the next one starts!”
-Matt T., Student in “Creative Writing for Grownups,” “Level Up Your Memoir Writing,” and “Setting the Scene”
“Laura had many useful suggestions and comments for me. Her respectful editing has blown new life into my manuscript. I'm having fun re-working it.”
- Janet S., editing client
“As a writer that dabbles from time to time, the class was a way for me to get back into the mood. The materials and exercises that Laurie provided did their job to stimulate creative wordsmithing and discussion. I particularly enjoyed listening to the different perspectives and stories that popped up in our round table discussions. When it was all said and done, I walked away with a concrete set of tools to help me create story lines and flush out plots. A definite THUMBS UP!”
- John A., Student in “Playing with Words: An All-Levels Creative Writing Class”
“The course was so much fun and freeing! Laura teaches in a way that helps open up the possibilities of writing. She also provides positive, enthusiastic feedback and support. I'd highly recommend her course. I'll sign up for more in the future.”
- Penny W., Student in “Playing with Words: An All-Levels Creative Writing Class”
"Playing with Words" describes the class perfectly. Laura does an excellent job making the process of writing feel less intimidating. During the class, she equipped us with tools to help work through various challenges writers come across. I appreciated how she was willing to help me address particular areas in my writing where I wanted to see growth. I felt comfortable asking questions and sharing my work.”
- Gina P., Student in “Playing with Words: An All-Levels Creative Writing Class”
“I finally feel capable of telling my stories.”
