Join us for a unique and enriching creative writing workshop focused on the art of reclaiming Filipino folklore. This two-hour session will take you on a journey through traditional tales, myths, and legends, and empower you to reclaim and reimagine these stories in a contemporary context.
Each class will have a different education component.
Oct 11 - Reclamation in Filipino comics
Oct 18- The Other in the Aswang
Oct 25 - Mythmaking with Contemporary Filipino poetry
What to Expect:
We’ll kick off the workshop with a warm welcome and an engaging icebreaker activity. Participants will have the opportunity to share a brief folklore or myth they know or love.
I will read from Filipino folklore books and resources as inspiration. We’ll explore the common themes and values found in these stories and discuss their significance.
Together, we will discover the vital role of folklore in cultural identity and continuity. And we will unleash your creativity with a guided writing exercise. Using provided prompts, participants will create their own folktales or reimagine existing ones, infusing them with personal and cultural elements.
After, we will share our written pieces with the group (voluntary) and receive positive and constructive feedback. This session aims to foster a supportive environment where everyone’s voice is valued.
This workshop is perfect for writers of all levels and anyone interested in exploring and preserving our heritage of folklore through creative writing.
Join us and become part of a community dedicated to reclaiming and revitalizing the timeless tales of folklore through the power of writing. We look forward to seeing you there!
