Chemeketa Writes with Lydia Kiesling

Welcome to Chemeketa Writes with Lydia Kiesling! Join us for an exciting in-person event where you can meet and learn from the talented writer, Lydia Kiesling, author of Mobility and The Golden State. This is a wonderful opportunity to gain insights, tips, and inspiration from a successful author. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting out, this event is sure to spark your creativity and passion for writing. Don't miss out on this unique chance to connect with fellow writers and enhance your skills. Mark your calendar and get ready for a day filled with literary magic!

How Description Drives the Story
What does descriptive writing do? There’s an idea that description is "only" for painting a picture in the reader’s mind. But what does that picture look like? What is its atmosphere and mood? In this workshop, We will look at examples of atmospheric, descriptive writing and identify the ways that description can be a propulsive force in a story, carrying many messages about our characters, settings, and the main ideas of a text. This talk and generative exercises will celebrate descriptive writing, and reveal how our choices can drive plot in a work of fiction far more than the simple mechanics of "He said this; they did that."

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Chemeketa Community College, 4000 Lancaster Drive Northeast, Salem, United States