Character Archetypes

Frequency

Six sessions every other week, 90–120 min/session, once/yr

Format

Zoom (recorded session), email support

Size

4–6 participants

Who is this for

The toy photographer who is interested in exploring character archetypes which are the foundation of creative storytelling

Cost

$350

Register now next session starts October 9th!

From death to rebirth, from rags to riches, character archetypes tell the story of the human experience. They’re an essential tool to crafting compelling narratives.

We'll explore

Carl Jung identified 12 major archetypes that define the human experience. They’re found across cultures in myths, dreams, fairy tales and our daily lives. They originate deep in our psyches and shape our perceptions, behaviors and relationships.

Some archetypes include the caregiver or the explorer, the rebel or the jester. You can imagine how understanding character archetypes can enhance your toy photography by connecting to the universal human experience, our repressed emotions, our desires, our fears.

Each week we’ll explore a specific archetype using 2–3 different frameworks for image creation. You’ll finish with six images that tell a story of change and transformation.

 

PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

Character archetypes are the foundation of every great story. If you enjoy The Hero’s Journey or a classic Rags to Riches tale, then you’re already familiar with character archetypes. This workshop will help you understand:

  • What are the 12 basic character archetypes
  • How to use these archetypes to further personal storytelling
  • How to create a story arc through a character archetype transformation

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What they say

“There’s no need to have fancy equipment or any specific toy to be successful. It’s a welcoming and safe space/atmosphere to share ideas and have fun with toys in the process.”
— STEPHANIE, April 2024
“I really enjoyed all the different activities that we had every class, but mostly to see how every participant approached the task for every activity and the comments all gave about the photographs I presented.”
— Luis
“I have taken other classes on creativity but something about your approach is completely different and I “see” now what’s been missing in my photography.”
— JANE S., JANUARY 2021