about

 
 

Great poetry isn’t just about inspiration—it is about the architecture of your words. It is about having the tools to take a raw feeling and craft it into something that resonates deeply with a reader.

Whether you are stepping onto the page for the first time or looking to sharpen your existing toolkit, I am thrilled to invite you to my new 5-week intensive: The Basics of Poetics.

In this course, we move beyond the abstract and get into the mechanics of writing. We will use my signature technique, SPLITS, to deconstruct what makes a poem work and reconstruct your unique voice.

Here is the roadmap for our 5 weeks together:

Week 1: Syntax (The Architecture) We start by learning how to manipulate the position of sentences. You will learn how to place words in specific spots on the page to create deeper meaning and harness the power of the line break to enhance your theme.

Week 2: Point of View (The Perspective) Poetry is often defaulted to the first person ("I"), but what happens when we shift the lens? We will explore the unique power and emotional depth that the second-person narrative ("You") brings to a piece.

Week 3: Language (The Lexicon) We go beyond simple vocabulary. In this module, we explore the concept of a "Speaker’s Lexicon"—finding the specific language that belongs to your poetic voice and using it to enhance poetic devices.

Week 4: Imagery (The Senses) A poem should be an experience, not just a picture. We will practice connecting language to all five senses, moving beyond just sight to create a visceral experience for the reader.

Week 5: Tone & Sound (The Mood) In our final week, we bring it all together.

  • Tone: We will explore how your feelings about a subject are inferred through the adjectives used to describe nouns.

  • Sound: We will examine the power of the "operative word" within a sentence, how vowel sounds sit physically in the body, and what those vibrations communicate to the reader about feeling.

Ready to sharpen your craft?

Class Dates: Saturday Feb 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21 2pm -4pm

Basic Plan

Join the full 5-week using the signature SPLITS method to refine your syntax, imagery, and sound. This tier grants you access to every live Saturday session.

Premium Plan

Upgrade your experience with permanent access to class recordings and exclusive weekly office hours for personalized feedback on your writing and performance. This comprehensive package ensures you never miss a lesson and receive direct mentorship on your developing