Dasha Kelly applies the tenets of creative
writing to create unique and impactful
workshop experiences for audiences of all
kinds. Whether the focus is on craft or
strategic planning, her broad experiences as
an organizer, educator, journalist,
entrepreneur, artist, sibling, partner,
performer, editor, public speaker, parent,
mentor and writer all meld together into an
unparalleled opportunity for discovery,
reflection, entertainment and growth.
 

EDUCATORS
Dasha's signature workshop is called More Than
Words, a progressive and hands-on exploration of
how to expand our applications of storytelling and  
creative writing in classrooms, community centers
and boardrooms to effect growth and confidence.


TEAM BUILDING
The goal of any team exercise is to synthesize the
strengths of its individuals into an efficient, single
unit.  Dasha's workshops have proven to be a
unique conduit for exploring team dynamics,
defining communication techniques, and
articulating new goals.


ARTISTS
Every artistic genre has a creative process.  
Interrupting the habits of dancers, musicians,
actors, painters, etc. with creative writing has
helped sharpen attention to the universal creative
experiences.


KEYNOTE
Talking in front of people is just ... what Dasha does.
 For conferences, conventions, banquets,
commencement ceremonies, etc., she delivers
presentations about defining your future and
scripting your own life narrative.


CLASSROOM
From kindergarten to college, writing and/or
spoken word workshops that can either introduce a
fresh exercise in problem solving, building esteem
or supplementing classroom curriculum.
PAST PARTNERS

Forward Services, Inc.
Racine Correctional Institution
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee
Change 4 Children Services
Monster.com's Making it Count
Miami-Dade Public Library
Milwaukee Public Library
Ellsworth Correctional Facility
Private Industry Council
Esalen Institute
Arts @ Large
Brand Nu Day Book Club
Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
Wisconsin Lutheran College: Pathways Program
Milwaukee Public Schools
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Woodland Pattern Book Center
Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility
Marquette University
Know Thyself
Milwaukee Ballet
Wauwatosa Public Schools
University of Wisconsin-Madison
UWM Annual Writers' Festival
Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility
Malone's Fine Sausage
Artists Working in Education
Milwaukee Public Theater
Milwaukee Area Technical College

Photo Credit: Karama Sadaka (c) 2010