Bethanie Humphreys

Synchronous Workshops Available

Komorebi Writing Workshops

Dear Writers,

You are cordially invited to participate in Komorebi Writing Workshops, a series of one-day, online generative writing workshops via Zoom. No direct English translation for the Japanese, komorebi, scattered sunlight that filters through branches, but that’s why we’re here. Scattered in need of trees to filter light, soften sounds, lengthen the distance between inhale & ex-. We will write to explore what light comes filtering through, to honor, to witness, and to connect. Each session will begin with a reading and brief discussion of one poem, and we will then write in response to craft-driven prompts, or to whatever inspires us that day, no limitations on genre, form, or content. You will then have the opportunity to share your work for gentle feedback, if desired. This workshop is intended for writers at all levels of experience, and in all genres. You can sign up for one session, more than one, or all. The following session dates are available:

January 6, 2026, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

January 13, 2026, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

January 20, 2026, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

January 27, 2026, 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

The intention of these workshops is to generate new work, which means only gentle feedback will be given. In order to create a safe space for new work, we will follow some basic guidelines set forth by the Amherst Writer’s and Artists Method. In order to participate, you will need to ensure the safety of yourself and your fellow workshop participants by agreeing to uphold Amherst Writer’s & Artists Method Safety Practices:

1. Everyone’s writing is treated with equal respect and value.
2. Writing is kept strictly confidential. What happens in workshop stays in workshop! If you would like to discuss writing with the author outside of workshop, please ask the author’s permission first.
3. All work will be treated as fiction. The “I” or “narrator” of a piece is always referred to as the “speaker,” or “narrator,” and never assumed to be the writer.
4. Workshop discussions will be focused on, and limited to, the writing. In order to honor new work, please refrain from any tangents until outside of workshop.
5. Responses to just-written work reflect what is strong and what stays with you. Baby drafts needs to be treated with care.

Workshop Specifics

Registration fee: $25 per session (If money is tight, please ask about scholarships.)

Materials needed: paper and pen, a device with Internet connection

Location: entirely on-line, via Zoom

Space is limited! To register, please email me at: bethaniehu@hotmail.com, and let me know which session(s) you are interested in, and confirm space is still available by responding to this e-mail. I accept Venmo, Zelle, Pay Pal, cash, or check. If paying by cash or check, please email me for the mailing address. I look forward to writing with you!

Asynchronous Workshops Available

Science Ekphrasis: Writing Scientific Imagery-Inspired Poetry Discover and be inspired by science-related poems and science-generated or inspired images. No prior science or writing experience required, just bring your curiosity! This is a five-week asynchronous, self-paced online generative writing workshop using the Wet Ink website. You will receive inspirational materials, poems, articles, podcasts, and 3-4 craft-driven prompts with each weekly lesson. Topics: The Cosmos, Under the Microscope, Ecologic, Creatures, and Student Choice. Whether you want to read more poetry or do some writing of your own, you can read and write at your own pace, in the privacy of your own writing sanctuary. You can choose to receive no feedback for $100; or with feedback on all poems posted during the five week course: $200. Please note, materials are intended for a mature audience. Email me at: bethaniehu@hotmail.com with any interest or questions.

Where Arts Collide: a 30-Day Poetry Marathon
Discover and be inspired by the work of 30 amazing poets who are also artists, writers who incorporate visual art in text, artists who incorporate text in art, ekphrastic poems (inspired by art), and art. No prior art or writing experience required, just bring your creativity! Whether you want to read more poetry or do some writing of your own, you can read and write at your own pace, in the privacy of your own writing sanctuary. This is an asynchronous, self-paced online generative writing workshop using the Wet Ink website. You will receive inspirational materials and 2-3 craft-driven prompts each day. You can choose to receive no feedback for $100; or with feedback on all poems posted during the 30 day course: $300. Please note, materials are intended for a mature audience. Email me at: bethaniehu@hotmail.com with any interest or questions.

BIPOC Muses: a 30-Day Poetry Marathon
Discover and be inspired by the work of 30 amazing poets who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color. A course in (mostly contemporary) BIPOC poets, whether you want to read more poetry or do some writing of your own, you can read and write at your own pace, in the privacy of your own writing sanctuary. No prior writing experience required, just bring your creativity! This is an asynchronous, self-paced online generative writing workshop using the Wet Ink website. You will receive inspirational materials and 2-3 craft-driven prompts each day. You can choose to receive no feedback for $100 ($75 for those whom identify as BIPOC); or with feedback on all poems posted during the 30 day course: $300 ($275 for those whom identify as BIPOC). Please note, materials are intended for a mature audience. Email me at: bethaniehu@hotmail.com with any interest or questions.

Women & Non-Binary Muses: a 30-Day Poetry Marathon
Discover and be inspired by the work of 30 amazing poets who identify as women or non-binary. A course in (mostly contemporary) woman and non-binary poets, whether you want to read more poetry or do some writing of your own, you can read and write at your own pace, in the privacy of your own writing sanctuary. No prior writing experience required, just bring your creativity! This is an asynchronous, self-paced online generative writing workshop using the Wet Ink website. You can choose to receive no feedback for $100; or with feedback on all poems posted during the 30 day course: $300. Please note, materials are intended for a mature audience. Email me at: bethaniehu@hotmail.com with any interest or questions.