The Art of the Moment: Haiku Workshop Series

Find Stillness in Three Lines

Haiku is more than a 5-7-5 syllable count; it is a philosophy. It is the practice of **Shasei** (sketching from life), where the poet captures the essence of a single, objective moment. Our workshops will take you beyond the rules, focusing on observation, contrast, and depth.

Choose Your Path (9 Total Sessions)

The Quick Focus (3 x 1-Hour Sessions)

A highly compressed, essentials-only experience. Perfect for lunch breaks or quick skill acquisition.

**Session 1:** Image Capture & Pure Observation
**Session 2:** The Essential Cut (*Kireji* Mastery)
**Session 3:** The Human Moment (*Senryū* Focus)

Focus: Maximum brevity and immediate application.

The Focused Snapshot (3 x 2-Hour Sessions)

A rapid, essential introduction. Perfect for busy schedules or those new to poetry.

**Session 1:** Philosophy & The Ginko Observation Walk
**Session 2:** Juxtaposition & The Art of the Cut (*Kireji*)
**Session 3:** Senryū, Tanka, and Modern Voices

Focus: Quick drafting and core mechanical skills.

The Immersive Retreat (3 x Half-Day Sessions)

An in-depth, intensive program including extended writing blocks and structured critique.

**Session 1:** Foundational Immersion & Haibun Intro (Extended Ginko)
**Session 2:** Kireji Mastery & The Revision Matrix (5 Rewrites)
**Session 3:** Tanka Expansion, Senryū, and Publication Guide

Focus: Deep philosophical study and rigorous revision techniques.