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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Eating Off Art Creative Writing Workshop led by Edreys and Alexa Wajed
DESCRIPTION:In a vibrant celebration of National Poetry Month\, the dynamic duo behind the art collective Eat Off Art\, Edreys and Alexa Wajed\, spend three action-packed days immersed in poetry\, art\, creative expression and social responsibility at the Institute for the Humanities.\n\nToday: Explore playful\, generative approaches to self-investigation through prose\, poetry\, and expressive storytelling. Drawing from lived experience or creative imagination\, participants will experiment with voice and form in a supportive space\, with a strongly encouraged share-out at the end.\n\nOpen to writers\, nonwriters\, and the writing-curious—no prior experience necessary. Brunch included. \n\nWhat to Expect:\n-Guided prompts to support independent writing\n-Time to refine and rehearse your creative process\n-Community\, conversation\, and a good time\n\nAbout Eat Off Art:\nEat Off Art\, founded by Alexa and Edreys Wajed\, is a creative design agency focused on building community based in Buffalo\, NY. It is a multi-dimensional agency\, platform\, and affirmation all in one\, providing transformative experiences through creativity\, food\, and art\, countering the adage of the “starving artist\,” in subscription to a new narrative of “thriving artists.”\n\nAbout Edreys:\nEdreys is an artist\, educator\, emcee\, poet\, playwright\, and entrepreneur. His positivity and creativity stem from a desire to inspire others.\n\nAbout Alexa:\nAlexa is a chef\, jewelry designer\, and businesswoman who blends her savvy to empower others to eat off their art.
UID:142790-21891536@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142790
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Arts For All,Humanities,Sessions,Workshop
LOCATION:Institute for the Humanities Osterman Common Room, South Thayer Building, 202 S. Thayer
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