About

What to expect

This is a beginners poetry writing course by poet Co Woudsma, with 6 lessons.

  • Sound, rhyme, rhythm and meter
  • Word choice, style, observation and imagery
  • Humor and originality
  • Dutch and foreign poems as examples
  • Homework and discussion of your exercises and poems
  • Beginners welcome; experienced also welcome

FAQ

What does the course cover?

The course covers:

Sound, rhyme, rhythm and meter

Word choice, style, observation and imagery

Humor and originality

Dutch and foreign poems as examples

Homework and discussion of your exercises and poems

Who is the teacher?

Co Woudsma is the teacher.

Co Woudsma published poetry collections at De Bezige Bij and Magonia.

Co Woudsma's work appears in literary magazines.

Co Woudsma has taught at Schrijversvakschool Amsterdam.

Do I need experience?

No special prior knowledge is required; this is a beginners course.

Experienced writers are also welcome.

Getting there

Bibliotheek Veenendaal (in De Cultuurfabriek), Kees Stipplein 74, 3901 TP Veenendaal, Utrecht, NL

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