Arts & Letters Master Class Master Class:``Writing Our Wrongs: A Reminder of How Good it is to be Black” On Saturday, February 20, 2021, the Arts and Letters Committee hosted its first Master Class workshop entitled ``Writing Our Wrongs: A Reminder of How Good it is to be Black.” The two-hour interactive workshop, led by poet and author Tiffany Riggs was an exploration and learning of the arts through the eyes of African Americans and minorities. A total of 83 participants attended the virtual workshop conducted via Zoom. They embarked upon a creative writing journey positively affirming how good it is to be black. Workshop participants created word art, and they wrote Haikus, a type of short-form poetry originally from Japan. The afternoon culminated with all participants performing a “round-robin” flowing poem. Everyone who participated in the Master Class received a digital certificate of participation, a copy of the word art creation, and a commemorative journal and pen set. The Arts and Letters committee plans to continue offering future Master Class workshops spotlighting the artistic expressions of RCA members, African Americans, and minorities in our community.
“This was an awesome class and I enjoyed the dialogue between our instructor and the participants.” ~Master Class Workshop Participant
“The music, instructor, and the lessons were all great. They all aligned with the theme and helped us learn and grow. The lessons shared are immediately applicable. This Master Class was so impactful; truly life-changing. Thank You!” ~Master Class Workshop Participant “I ENJOYED the Master Class. At this time, I am struggling with my teenage daughter. This class allowed me to recognize that THIS TOO SHALL PASS. Continue to write out my feelings and give myself the grace to keep pushing.”~Master Class Workshop Participant
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