Workshops

Herein you'll find all the information you need about the workshops I run, and how I can run one for you or your organization too!

Table Of Contents

• My Approach
• Offerings
• Experience
• Testimonials
• Booking Information

My Approach

I believe in workshops that actually work. As a queer generalist, I create engaging sessions blending practical instruction with creative exploration.

Every workshop I run is:

• Adaptable to various age groups and experience levels
• Available online or in-person
• Built around active participation rather than passive learning
• Focused on adaptive exercises participants can immediately apply

I have a warm, generous, and enthusiastic presence. I'm fluent in English and intermediate in Spanish. One writing workshop attendees spoke Brazilian Portuguese and Spanish. The workshop was in English but I translated so she could participate.

Offerings

These are perfect for: art groups, community groups, homeschool groups, libraries, schools, and writing groups. And, perhaps, you?

Drawing For Fun

• Accessible collaborative prompts, games, and excersises
• Focusing on enjoyement and expression, regardless of skill level

Creative Writing

• Targeted writing prompts to spark imagination
• Exploring narrative structure, character development, and dialogue techniques
• Writing as a nourishing practice for the soul

Worldbuilding

• Developing fictional settings through guided exercises
• Exploring techniques for creating believable worlds
• Avoiding common worldbuilding pitfalls

Zine-Making

• Learning multiple zine formats and binding techniques
• Creating a complete mini-zine during the workshop
• Resources for continuing their zine practice

Experience

Past Workshops

• Jun 2023: Worldbuilding workshop for an online Australian teen writing group
• Sep-Nov 2019: Weekly writing workshops for homeschooled teens in Andalusia, Spain
• Sep-Nov 2019: Weekly drawing group for homeschooled teens in Andalusia, Spain

Testimonials

"The online worldbuilding workshop led by Zach for our youth online writing group was engaging. Zach provided fun exercises and prompts for our participants to craft richer fictional worlds."
— Nevo Zisin, writer, speaker, community organizer and Alison Evans, writer, bookseller.

"Zachary collaborated extremely well with his team, communicating effectively and showing initiative when required to make quick decisions. He follows instructions with accuracy and asks questions to clarify his understanding. Zachary shows enthusiasm for the work he does and completes task with care and precision."

— Brendan Alderton, theatre director.

Booking Information

I'm available for online workshops in various formats:

• Single sessions (1-2 hours)
• Multi-session series (ideal for deeper skill development)
• Online via your preferred platform

Ready to discuss a workshop for your organization?

Email me: hi@zacharykai.net with:

• Your group's name
• The workshop you're interested in
• Approx. number of participants and age range
• Potential dates

Or fill out the form below!

I'll respond ASAP with the details, pricing, and a workshop outline suited to your needs!

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