Spontaneous Poetry Writing Workshops

Writing workshops to encourage playing with words and trusting your voice.

In this workshop, you'll learn to create spontaneous, personalized poems using tips and tricks that will help you organize and articulate your thoughts clearly. 

My name is Cathy Thorne and I write custom poems on a typewriter at weddings and events. The method I use is easy to learn and will help you embrace your inner poet while putting aside your inner critic. You can apply this not only to poetry writing, but also to other projects and your personal communications.

By the end of the workshop, you will have your own completed poem, plus the skills to write poems independently. Your poems can be heartfelt, emotional and empowering, or fun and cheeky. It’s up to you! And the best part? No previous poetry experience is necessary.

Available for virtual experiences or in person at schools, office activations, team bonding and building at creative corporate retreats, library events, social groups, conferences, or anywhere people who love words gather.

Every workshop is custom created to engage your group.

  • Globe and Mail

    A fun and creative way for our employees to get to know one another better. - Michele Mondoux, Senior Manager, Employee Communications, Development and Engagement

  • Linda L., Librarian

    Cathy created a welcoming, supportive and thought-provoking experience for everyone. She gave me a much appreciated creative spark.

  • Indigo Books Webinar

    This was amazing. Thank you for helping me get my creative juices flowing.

  • Mommy Connections

    Cathy walked us through her simple but very moving process of writing a heartfelt poem for anything or anyone special in your life.

  • Iris U.

    Thank you for showing us how easy it could be to write a wedding vow, I have been feeling stressed over this though our wedding is planned for next year.

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