Zina is an incredibly vibrant woman with lots of great energy. Her main medium of expression is through art; painting/drawing. As someone who deals with dyslexia and an attention deficit, the workshops provide her with a way to concentrate and focus her mind. Her main accomplishment is becoming more comfortable with creative writing.
When did you join?
20th January 2019. I was with a friend and I heard them so I walked in and asked ‘Can I join?’
What keeps you coming back?
Guy is so welcoming and non-judgemental. The writing always scares me a bit as I have dyslexia and an attention deficit, but he opens me up try new things. As an artist, I started doing drawings in the workshop but now do more. Especially in lockdown, it’s something to look forward to.
What do you enjoy most?
I enjoy the movement and vocal exercises. It’s like reading your inner child.
How does it help in your general life?
It keeps me sane! I get to think when I’m writing. It made me anxious a few times but now gives good focus.
What are your highlights?
Well, I wouldn’t have dreamed of doing online workshops when I first joined but we are productive as a group. Another highlight is collaboration with Streetwise Opera at South Bank. The different group members; whoever came in brought different energy, freshness, texture.
How has it helped your creative work?
I have done drawings and word art that I’ll show you:
Letter to the universe:
Sending good vibes: light and energy
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