Events
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Watercolor Techniques Class - Two Bridges Art Academy
Watercolor Techniques - Two Bridges Art Academy
Thursdays from 6:00 - 9:00 PM EST
Online via Microsoft Teams
January 8 - February 26
This watercolor class is open to artists at all levels. Each week we will focus on a new technique that will help to build your understanding of this fun and challenging medium. We'll work with a variety of color schemes, learning about how different color combinations can impact a painting. Various paint applications like wet into wet, glazing, and the right water to pigment ratio will be reviewed. You’ll learn about paint opacity and how/when you can best showcase these mixtures in your work. And all of this will be done in a supportive and fun environment. This is a class that you can take multiple times as we are always changing the techniques taught.
Space is limited to 15 students.
Cost: $220.00
Register at Two Bridges Art Academy
Writing Workshop - Shrewsbury Public Library
Monadnock Pastoral Poetry Retreat
April 24-26, 2026
Join us for a weekend writing retreat in beautiful Southern New Hampshire.
Participants meet in small workshop groups to develop their craft. There are readings throughout the weekend and time to relax and enjoy the lovely setting.
I am one of the mentors for the fiction workshop!
Past Events
Bolton Artisans Guild & Friends Holiday Show and Sale
Bolton Artisans Guild & Friends Holiday Show and Sale
Sunday, November 23, 10 AM to 3 PM, 19 Carter, Berlin, MA
I'll be offering a selection of small original watercolors at big discounts and notecard sets featuring my landscape paintings!
Come start your holiday shopping and support local artist!
Central Mass Plein Air Painters Holiday Show
Central Mass Plein Air Painters
Annual Holiday Show- November 2025
Bolton Public Library, 738 Main Street, Bolton, MA
Join us in celebrating the beautiful landscape of Central Massachusetts this November at the Bolton Public Library.
Central Mass Plein Air Painters, in its sixth season, meets weekly
between May and November every Monday to paint beautiful nearby locations. Due to the generosity of surrounding farms, private and historic properties, conservation land and Audubon sites, CMPAP has a unique perspective and front row seats to the changing seasons unique to New England. Paintings and prints will be available for sale in oil, watercolor, acrylic, gouache and pastel.
The show is open to the public during normal library hours beginning November 4th through the 30th. Come meet the artists at our Opening, Thursday, November 6th between 5:30-7:30pm.
Art is for sale and coordinated directly with the artist. Start your holiday shopping a little early and support the arts.
Plein Air Workshop
When: June 14, 9:00 - 12:00 (Rain date June 16)
Where: Dean Park, Shrewsbury, MA
Cost: $25
Do you want to try sketching outdoors but you aren't sure how to get started? This one-day workshop is for you! We'll gather at Dean Park in Shrewsbury to learn some strategies for fun and successful outdoor art making.
To register, visit Two Bridges Art Academy.
Monadnock Pastoral Poetry Retreat
April 25-27, 2025
Join us for a weekend writing retreat in beautiful Southern New Hampshire.
Participants meet in small workshop groups to develop their craft. There are readings throughout the weekend and time to relax and enjoy the lovely setting.
NaNoWriMo Writing Workshop Series - Groton, MA
I’m happy to share that I’ll be running a three-part series at the Groton Public Library in Groton, MA in the fall, so save the date and stay tuned for more details!
Plan, Write, Revise: A Three-Part Workshop Series for NaNoWriMo Success
Are you ready to take on the challenge of writing a novel or memoir in just 30 days? This three-part workshop series is designed to equip writers with the tools and strategies they need to tackle National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) with confidence. Led by novelist Diane V. Mulligan, whose award-winning second novel, The Latecomers Fan Club, began as a NaNoWriMo novel way back in 2009, this series will guide participants through the process of preparing and writing their novels and will culminate in a plan for post-NaNoWriMo revisions. While the three workshop sessions are designed to build upon one another, each workshop does stand alone so that writers can join us for one, two, or all three. Whether you're a seasoned writer or embarking on your first novel-writing adventure, this workshop series will provide you with the support and guidance you need to succeed in NaNoWriMo and beyond.
Workshop 1: Preparation and Planning
October 23, 2024
In the first workshop, participants will learn essential strategies for preparing to write a novel during NaNoWriMo. Topics covered will include:
- Generating and refining novel ideas
- Developing compelling characters and settings
- Outlining and plotting your novel
- Setting realistic writing goals and creating a writing schedule
- By the end of this workshop, participants will have a solid plan in place for starting their NaNoWriMo journey.
Workshop 2: “Writing Sprint: NaNoWriMo Momentum”
November 13, 2024
In the second workshop, participants will dive into the challenge of NaNoWriMo. Through a series of writing sprints, participants will have the opportunity to make significant progress on their novels in a supportive and motivating environment. Workshop activities will include:
- Timed writing sprints to boost word count
- Tips and tricks for overcoming writer's block and staying motivated
- Peer feedback and encouragement
- By the end of this workshop, participants will be well on their way to reaching their NaNoWriMo goals.
Workshop 3: “Revision Strategies and Beyond”
December 18, 2024
In the final workshop, participants will shift their focus from drafting to revising as they prepare to transition from NaNoWriMo to the next phase of their writing journey. Topics covered will include:
- Strategies for revising and polishing a first draft
- Seeking feedback from beta readers and critique partners
- Developing a revision plan and timeline
- Exploring options for publication and next steps
By the end of this workshop, participants will have a clear roadmap for revising their NaNoWriMo novels and taking their writing to the next level.
NaNoWriMo Writing Workshop Series - Morse Institute Library, Natick, MA
I’m happy to share that I’ll be running a three-part series at the Morse Institute Library in Natick, MA in the fall, so save the date and stay tuned for more details!
Plan, Write, Revise: A Three-Part Workshop Series for NaNoWriMo Success
Are you ready to take on the challenge of writing a novel or memoir in just 30 days? This three-part workshop series is designed to equip writers with the tools and strategies they need to tackle National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) with confidence. Led by novelist Diane V. Mulligan, whose award-winning second novel, The Latecomers Fan Club, began as a NaNoWriMo novel way back in 2009, this series will guide participants through the process of preparing and writing their novels and will culminate in a plan for post-NaNoWriMo revisions. While the three workshop sessions are designed to build upon one another, each workshop does stand alone so that writers can join us for one, two, or all three. Whether you're a seasoned writer or embarking on your first novel-writing adventure, this workshop series will provide you with the support and guidance you need to succeed in NaNoWriMo and beyond.
Workshop 1: Preparation and Planning
October 3, 2024
In the first workshop, participants will learn essential strategies for preparing to write a novel during NaNoWriMo. Topics covered will include:
- Generating and refining novel ideas
- Developing compelling characters and settings
- Outlining and plotting your novel
- Setting realistic writing goals and creating a writing schedule
- By the end of this workshop, participants will have a solid plan in place for starting their NaNoWriMo journey.
Workshop 2: “Writing Sprint: NaNoWriMo Kickoff”
November 7, 2024
In the second workshop, participants will dive into the challenge of NaNoWriMo. Through a series of writing sprints, participants will have the opportunity to make significant progress on their novels in a supportive and motivating environment. Workshop activities will include:
- Timed writing sprints to boost word count
- Tips and tricks for overcoming writer's block and staying motivated
- Peer feedback and encouragement
- By the end of this workshop, participants will be well on their way to reaching their NaNoWriMo goals.
Workshop 3: “Revision Strategies and Beyond”
December 3, 2024
In the final workshop, participants will shift their focus from drafting to revising as they prepare to transition from NaNoWriMo to the next phase of their writing journey. Topics covered will include:
- Strategies for revising and polishing a first draft
- Seeking feedback from beta readers and critique partners
- Developing a revision plan and timeline
- Exploring options for publication and next steps
By the end of this workshop, participants will have a clear roadmap for revising their NaNoWriMo novels and taking their writing to the next level.
Monadnock Pastoral Poetry Retreat
April 19-21, 2024
Join us for a weekend writing retreat in beautiful Southern New Hampshire.
Participants meet in small workshop groups to develop their craft. There are readings throughout the weekend and time to relax and enjoy the lovely setting.
Poetry Workshop at the Morse Institute Library
Kick off National Poetry Month with a workshop designed to help you develop a daily poetry practice.
Morse Institute Library
Natick, MA
April 4, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Developing a Daily Poetry Practice
Are you looking for a way to become more observant and present in your life? Writing poetry can help you capture the moments as they pass and create an artful record of your days. In this workshop, we will discuss strategies to silence inner critics so we can get words on the page, and you'll learn five exercises for generating poems. These exercises are infinitely repeatable and will help you through the days when inspiration feels hard to find. Armed with some concrete strategies, you'll be ready to launch your own daily poetry practice.
Writing Workshop at Morse Institute Library, Natick, MA
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 7:00 - 8:30
Morse Institute Library
Natick, MA
Join me on February 29 for a generative writing workshop!
In the words of novelist Rebecca Makkai, “You are not owed a reader. You earn every reader over and over.” Whether you write short stories, novels, or narrative nonfiction, this workshop will help you unlock three elements of storytelling that keep readers coming back for more. Through a series of exercises, we will practice using the sorts of questions readers pose to strengthen our plot and consider the organization of story elements for maximum reader engagement. This workshop is suitable for all writers, from those just beginning to write stories to those with complete manuscripts.