Creative Techniques to Transform Ideas into Texts

A course by Aline Valek , Writer, Illustrator, and Podcaster

Writer, Illustrator, and Podcaster. São Paulo, Brazil.
Joined May 2020

Discover methods to unleash creativity, develop your own writing routine, and get your stories out into the world

100% positive reviews (191)
4,695 students
Audio: Portuguese
Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Discover methods to unleash creativity, develop your own writing routine, and get your stories out into the world

In the supposedly simple everyday act of writing, you open doors to your inner world, which allows you to organize your thoughts and feelings. Writer, illustrator, and podcaster Aline Valek knows the power of words well, and uses writing to investigate language and find interesting stories within the little things.

In this course, learn ways of freeing your creative process and transforming your ideas into original texts. With the help of Aline, discover all the tools for designing a writing routine, unlocking your ideas, and getting your stories out into the world.

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What will you learn in this online course?

14 lessons & 14 downloads

  • 100% positive reviews (191)
  • 4,695 students
  • 14 lessons (1h 44m)
  • 14 additional resources (3 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Portuguese
  • Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Create a newsletter that you can share on social media and learn to edit your texts for publication in the form of an e-book or e-zine.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

Anyone interested in writing who wants to develop a creative writing routine or familiarize themself with ways of publishing their texts independently.

Requirements and materials

No prior knowledge is necessary for this course.

In terms of materials, you need a notebook, a pen, some Post-its, and a computer with internet access.


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Aline Valek

A course by Aline Valek

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Writer, Illustrator, and Podcaster

Aline Valek is a writer, illustrator, and podcaster. Fascinated by the power of the written word, she uses writing as a form of language investigation and to find the stories nestled among small everyday details.

She has published two novels both published by Rocco: As águas-vivas não sabem de si and Cidades afundam em dias normais. She is also the brains behind the label Bobagens Imperdíveis (Impermissible Nonsense) created in the form of a newsletter, a book, and an e-zine, but which is now a podcast.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Presentation
    • Influences
    • What will we do on the course?
  • U2

    Creative process and preparation for writing

    • On the path of the creative process
    • Repetition and routine
    • Repertoire and use of references
    • Newsletter as an exercise in copyright language
  • U3

    From writing to publishing

    • How to get ideas?
    • The text gains resolution
    • What does the rewrite reveal?
    • Finishing touches, shipping and all over again
  • U4

    Other publishing possibilities

    • editor's look
    • turning into e-book
    • Adapting to a print zine
  • FP

    Final project

    • Creative Techniques to Transform Ideas into Texts

What to expect from a Domestika course

  • Learn at your own pace

    Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.

  • Learn from the best professionals

    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

  • Meet expert teachers

    Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.

  • Certificates
    Plus

    If you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.

  • Get front-row seats

    Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.

  • Share knowledge and ideas

    Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.

  • Connect with a global creative community

    The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.

  • Watch professionally produced courses

    Domestika curates its teacher roster and produces every course in-house to ensure a high-quality online learning experience.


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Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.

All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.

The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.

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Creative Techniques to Transform Ideas into Texts. Writing course by Aline Valek

Creative Techniques to Transform Ideas into Texts

A course by Aline Valek
Writer, Illustrator, and Podcaster. São Paulo, Brazil.
Joined May 2020
  • 100% positive reviews (191)
  • 4,695 students