SCBWI

Annual Winter Conference

International SCBWI Winter Conference at the Grand Hyatt, New York.

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SCBWI-V/SB

Workshop

Picture Books: The Perils, Pitfall and Promise
Topping Room, E. P. Foster Library, 651 E. Main St., Ventura 93001.
Come explore the varied picture book landscape, digging into its full range from classics to contemporary. We will examine what works and why through sharing and through exercises covering topics including setting the scene, inviting the art and manipulating the temperature of language. Instructor: Marni McGee.
$40 members, $50 non-members.

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SCBWI-V/SB
Critiquenic

Critiquenic
Topping Room, E. P. Foster Library, 651 E. Main St., Ventura 93001.
A work-in-progress critique session. Bring up to five manuscript pages (double-spaced) to be read for critique. FREE to members, $10.00 non-members.

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Come hear from some real life authors who have gone down the road of self-publishing. We'll talk about the pros and cons, and if the shfiting landscape of publishing has changed the "traditional" view of self-published books. After all, if Cheryl Klein, an editor at Arthur A. Levine books, chooses to self-publish a book of her own speeches rather than take it the traditional publishing route, is there really any stigma left?

Is self-publishing a viable option for you and the Picture Book, Middle Grade, or Young Adult novel you're writing? Come discuss it with us!

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Art Director, Laurie Young will walk us through the job of hiring the right artist for the right project! Try your hand at this challenge. AND can your portfolio & website spark the interest of a buyer. Does it represent your style & abilities& range so that you might be considered for a possible assignment?

SCBWI-V/SB

Workshop

ArchiTEXTURE: A Multi-Faceted Approach to Building the World of Your Novel
Fairview Baptist Church, 113 E. Fairview Rd., Bakersfield CA 93307.
Explore a wide variety of tools such as: using setting to echo the theme and conflict of your novel; using specific, selective detail to build a three dimensional world and evoke universal themes and archetypes, creating layers of subtext to add weight and texture; using deep character point of view to bring your world to life. Instructor: Robin LaFevers.
$60 members, $70 non-members.

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SCBWI-LA

Writer's Toolbox

Unleashing The Power of Social Media for Writers and Illustrators
Calvary Christian School in Pacific Palisades
701 Palisades Drive, Pacific Palisades
Speaker - Greg Pincus

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SCBWI-V/SB

Workshop

1-2-3 GO! Beyond First Chapters
San Luis Obispo Art Center, 1010 Broad St., San Luis Obispo, CA 93407.
What does an editor expect beyond that great opening chapter? In this workshop we’ll look at ways to get beyond that first chapter so that your reader gets hooked and wants more. Join us for a workshop on those all-important first three chapters. Instructor: Valerie Hobbs.
$40 members, $50 non-members.

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SCBWI-OC

Spring Retreat

10th Annual Spring Retreat
Picture yourself strolling along a serene path through a tranquil vineyard surrounded by lush gardens and waterfalls. Our retreat location is tucked in the heart of Temecula's Wine Country: The South Coast Winery Resort & Spa (www.wineresort.com). It is the ultimate getaway and the perfect setting to create memorable characters and winning plots. Don’t miss your chance to connect with editors and published authors at this one of a kind private retreat. Give your career and your future the attention it deserves!

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SCBWI-LA

Writer's Day

• the Professional Forum,
• Announcement of Sue Alexander Service and Encouragement Award,
• Annual Conference Scholarship winner
• Contests and much more!

SCBWI-V/SB

Workshop

ARTbeats: Creating Art with Heart
St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church, 5801 N. Kanan Road, Westlake Village, CA 91362.
Martha Rago will provide invaluable insights into portfolios, cover art, dummies, and hand-outs that will capture the heart of any art director. Portfolio display. Open critique session in the afternoon. Instructor: Martha Rago, Associate Creative Director at HarperCollins.
$70 members, $80 non-members.

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SCBWI-V/SB

Workshop

Black is the New White
Santa Barbara City College, 721 Cliff Drive, Humanities Building, Room H221, Santa Barbara, CA 93109-2394.
What works and what doesn’t in marketing your art and getting jobs? Explore new ways to get your art seen, promoted and bought, and help you better position yourself in this shifting economy. Instructor: Carol Heyer.
$40 members, $50 non-members.

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SCBWI-V/SB
Illustrator
Critiquenic

Illustrator Critiquenic
Santa Barbara City College, 721 Cliff Drive, Humanities Building, Room H221, Santa Barbara, CA 93109-2394.
Bring your portfolio (8..5” x 11”) for a review and discussion of which pieces are the strongest, how many to include, one sheets for promo etc. Dummies will be reviewed, if time permits. FREE to members, $10.00 non-members.

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SCBWI-V/SB
Critiquenic

Critiquenic
Fairview Baptist Church, 113 E. Fairview Rd., Bakersfield CA 93307.
A work-in-progress critique session. Bring up to five manuscript pages (double-spaced) to be read for critique. FREE to members, $10.00 non-members.

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SCBWI-LA

Critiquenic

SCBWI

Annual Summer Conference

International SCBWI Summer Conference at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, Los Angeles.

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SCBWI

Annual Summer Conference

International SCBWI Summer Conference at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, Los Angeles.

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SCBWI-LA

Working Writer's Retreat

Working Writer's Retreat will be held at the Mary and Joseph Retreat Center, Palos Verdes, CA.
A weekend for non-published and published writers to have their manuscripts critiqued in a supportive environment. Editors and Author will participate in all critique groups.
Early Bird fees available.

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SCBWI-LA

Illustrator's Day

Illustrators, art directors, portfolio evaluations, contests and more!

Illustrator's Day will be held at the Clairbourn School, San Gabriel, CA. Box lunch included.

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