Winter Creative Commitment (WCC):
Rest, Retreat, Magic

Back by popular demand, this winter edition of Creative Commitment is rooted in the deepness and darkness of winter. It’s a time of rest, but also a rich time of dreaming, imagining, and making magic. How do we rest and reflect while continuing to create and cultivate? What are the seedlings we nourish until the light returns?

Claire's unique frameworks for writing (whether setting intentions or diving deep into characters) always inspire energy and ideas. ~Spring Creative Commitment Attendee

What do you want to imagine this winter? Do you need space and time, or a fresh, blank canvas to create? Do you need both community and quiet to develop your WIP?

This three-month offering will give you the structure you need to create with the energy and fun of fellow writers. It’s an opportunity to make major moves before spring, but with nourishment and support. And, of course, there will be snail mail surprises and lots of magic.

Early bird pricing ends at midnight on December 31.

It encompassed my need to celebrate spring by committing to myself creatively. Everything we did was a part of that. ~Spring Creative Commitment Attendee

This three-month, intention-oriented offering includes:

• 30 minute consultation with me prior to our first gathering to discuss personal goals and desires. An opportunity to declare: This is where I want to be in three months.

• 3 Saturday morning virtual gatherings* from 10am-12:30pm CST for studying craft, sharing intentions**, and getting work done. *All gatherings will be recorded and available for one week following the scheduled session. **SCC is capped at fifteen writers.

• Special guest artist visit at one Saturday gathering.

• 30 minute follow-up to discuss where you are and what you need to keep the energy going.

• Two 1.5 hour Studio Sessions for working in community with optional guided writing.

• Special snail mail prior to our first gathering to give you sweet inspiration for the months to come.

• Option to sign up for a majorly discounted manuscript read.

• Post-Winter Reunion Writing Session (one last round!)

• Curated playlist for winter work + other fun bonus-tools along the way.

VIBE CHECK: For folks who've done the Quarterly Creative Commitment track, this has a similar vibe with a communal feel.

Recruit a friend who’s new to Blue Stone, and you both receive 25% off! Simply email me here, and I’ll send you the codes.

SPECIAL GUEST ARTST: TBD

WCC SCHEDULE

January 6-14

Half-hour convos with me to discuss winter goals.

Saturday, January 17 // 10:00-12:30 PM CST

First Saturday morning meetup: craft study, guided writing, optional breakout rooms to offer added support.

Wednesday, January 28 // 7:00-8:30 PM CST

Evening writers studio: communal writing w/ optional guidance

February 1-30 // Optional manuscript read at a major discount

Meet with me for a majorly discounted page read.

Saturday, February 7 // 10:00-12:30 PM CST

Second Saturday morning meetup

Tuesday, February 24 // 7:00-8:30 PM CST

Evening writers studio

Saturday, March 7 // 10:00-12:30 PM CST

Final Saturday morning meetup

March 2-13

Final half-hour convos to discuss intentions going forward.

March 21

Celebratory reading (reading optional) for applause and affirmation.

Questions on the above schedule and want more details? Email me!

The Winter Creative Commitment is capped at fifteen writers and is nonrefundable.