NILS OSMAR, INSTRUCTOR – WRITING CLASSES

Nils Osmar is the author of a short story collection, THE HUNGRY TIME.
He has taught writing (and other subjects) since 1994, through the University of Washington’s ASUW Experimental College, Rekindle School, and other programs.
To view his classes open for enrollment, click the links below or scroll down.
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NOVEL WRITING WORKSHOP
SCREENWRITING 101
Writing Fiction – and Getting It Published
WRITING SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASY

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FEATURED CLASSES IN SEATTLE

ACTING 101
Learn how to create characters and perform short scenes…
LET’S MAKE A MOVIE
In this class, students will act in a short film!
DRAWING FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
Anyone can learn to draw! In this fun introductory class…
SCREENWRITING 101
Learn how to write screenplays! You’ll write a short film…
VOICEOVER 101
Voice acting is fun! Learn how to do voiceover for games, commercials, and more…
STAND-UP COMEDY 101
Take this fun four week class, then perform a comedy routine on stage!
WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Learn easy step by step methods, and create beautiful paintings……
CARTOONING 101
Learn how to create cartoon characters! Draw cartoons and comic strips……
OIL PAINTING FOR TOTAL BEGINNERS
This fun, step-by-step class offers offers personalized instruction…..
SINGING FOR BEGINNERS
Anyone can learn to sing! This means you…..

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ABOUT REKINDLE SCHOOL

Rekindle Your Creativity!

About Rekindle School

Rekindle School is an independent educational program located in Seattle, Washington. We offer fun, affordable classes in the arts, in subjects including drawing, painting, cartooning, writing, filmmaking and other subjects.

Our classes are about having fun and learning new skills, not about tests or grades. Our program was established in 2002.

Some of our classes meet on the University of Washington campus in Seattle. The others meet in community centers around the city. All of our classes are cosponsored by the Seattle Experimental College. We handle all of the registrations for the E.C. This means that you can find the same classes on our website, or on the EC’s.

Our philosophy

Our philosophy is that everyone is born creative. It’s a part of being human.
Anyone can learn how to draw, paint, write, doodle, tell stories, make quilts, write poems, make music, or express their creativity in myriad other ways.
The impulse to be creative is inborn. We have a human need to find ways to be creative as long as we’re alive.
Whether you’re hoping to learn something new and different you’ve never tried before; go deeper into a subject you love, and learn more about it; or rekindle a creative energy you thought you might have lost, our classes and workshops can help.

COMMENTS ABOUT OUR CLASSES

“…I wanted to say thank you for your help and guidance in the early stages of my acting career. It has been a great journey that started in your beginning acting class. I am happy to report that I just met a very awesome goal. I will be a day actor in the TV series Grimm this week.It was your coaching that set and codified the foundation that helped get me where I am today. Thank you so much for your help. If you would like to, please feel free to share my story with your other students and on the website. Best wishes and with my sincerest gratitude, Joey Coverson”

…I want to thank you for inspiring me to follow me dreams. I left Washington. I am down in California. I have started a television production company and I auditioned for a Harley Davidson Commercial yesterday as an actor.Everything is moving at light speed…and in a positive direction. It all started with you in that classroom at the U of W. – Robert C., Hollywood

…I just want to thank you for the (crash course in filmmaking) classes. I never learned so much over a short period of time and remembered it. You wasted no time on the non-essentials. I greatly appreciate the fact that you were very receptive to everyone’s questions. Your experience, dedication, and passion for film making made this a fantastic learning experience for me. – J. Vega

Thanks for taking some time before the class to help me figure out which class I should take. You weren’t just trying to “sell” me a class, you helped me find the one that would be a good next step for me. – M.J. (Seattle)

“I have enjoyed your class. You have been providing great direction for what to look for in SEO and things that you can do to improve anyone’s rankings…. I liked the presentation style, very good information.” – Jim Hopper, Seattle

“The exercise you did using one of your own websites as an example, and showing how the right changes could raise it in the search engine results, was really helpful.” – E.W., Tacoma.

“Just wanted to let you know that I completed my application to the Game Animation Certificate program, and as of a week ago received notice of my acceptance. One of my portfolio pieces was a charcoal figure based upon one of the exercises from class – and of course, I’d never touched charcoal before meeting you. Thanks again for all the tips and encouragement! Your classes really helped polish my skills and boost my confidence a great deal. — J.C. (Seattle)

“I just moved back to Seattle… yay! … and was looking for an introductory level course so I could get back into painting. I just wanted to start with the basics again. I love watercolors, but always had a hard time getting the results I wanted, so signed up for the Watercolor painting class. It was fun and I learned a lot. I would recommend the class to others who are either just starting out or, like me, wanting to get back into painting after a break.” – B.R., Lake Forest Park

“I found Sarah’s calligraphy class on a social site, and I’m so glad I did… Sarah is very encouraging, and always has a great time with us! I would highly recommend attending one of Sarah’s classes — they are a blast!” – Savanah D.

“…I want you to know that taking this class has truly made a difference for me. I lost the fear to shoot and produce films. It has given me the knowledge and skills I was seeking and the confidence I need to step into film making. I have to tell you — you are an incredible teacher! I cannot thank you ENOUGH! I’ll definitely recommend this class to all my friends. Thanks so much for the highly engaging and inspiring class. – J. Vega

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