Basic Acrylic Painting - Beginner - March
Sunday 1 - 4 pm | March 8 NEW DATE
Ages 16+
Skill Level: Beginner
Let's Paint: Wow Sunset
Tuesdays 4 - 7 pm | March 10 - 17
Ages 16+
Skill Level: Beginner-Advanced
Macrame Workshop: Basic Macrame Wall Hanging - March
Friday 1 - 4 pm | March 13
Ages 18+
Skill Level: Beginner
Charcoal: Portrait Drawing
Saturday 12 - 3 pm | March 14
Ages 19+
Sunny Highlander Cow Painting - Beginner
Saturday 1 - 4 pm | March 14
Ages 16+
Skill Level: All Levels
Greeting Card Making - Beginner +
Sunday 12:30 - 2:30 pm | March 15
Ages 16+
Skill Level: Beginner-Intermediate
Abstract Dragonfly Painting - Beginner
Monday 12 - 2:30 pm | March 16
Ages 13+
Skill Level: Beginner
Watercolor: Do Not Be Afraid - Intermediate - Spring
Wednesdays 6 - 8:30 pm | March 18 - April 8
Ages 16+
Skill Level: Intermediate
Acrylic Painting: Thin to Thick Technique - March
Thursday 10 am - 3 pm
March 19
Ages 16+
Skill Level: Beginner-Intermediate
Canvas and Coffee: Through the Tulips
Saturday 9:30 am - 12 pm | March 21
Ages 13+
Skill Level: All Levels
Creative Writing Classes, Memoir Workshops, and Book Development in Castle Rock
Creative Writing classes at Tri Arts Project give new and experienced writers a supportive place to explore poetry, memoir, and book projects. These workshops are ideal for adults and older teens who want guidance, structure, and community while they write their stories.
Poetry and Themed Writing Workshops
Short format sessions such as seasonal or holiday themed writing invite participants to:
- Read and discuss model poems and short texts
- Respond to guided prompts that spark new ideas
- Experiment with voice, tone, and imagery
- Share work in a generous, low-pressure environment
Memoir and Life Story
Memoir focused classes encourage writers to explore their own lives with care and curiosity. In these sessions, students:
- Use photographs and memories as starting points
- Practice shaping personal stories into clear scenes
- Reflect on the themes that run through their experiences
- Develop short pieces that can evolve into longer projects
Developing and Publishing a Book
For writers with larger projects, Tri Arts Project offers step-based classes that outline the path from idea to finished manuscript. These classes may cover:
- Clarifying genre and structure for a book-length work
- Planning and revising a first draft to meet milestones
- Understanding the path and preparing for publication
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer workshops in memoir, personal essays, poetry, and non-fiction, focusing on generating new material and practical craft skills.
Yes. Our workshops focus on the critical milestones needed to move a book project from the first draft to a final, publishable manuscript.
Absolutely. Classes use prompts and a supportive peer environment to help anyone start writing their stories without pressure or judgment.
No. Sharing is always optional, never required. We focus on progress and creating a safe space for supportive feedback.