Temecula Valley Writers & Illustrators
Temecula Valley Writers & Illustrators
Exploring the Creative Spirit
Together, We're Stronger

Writing can be a lonely pursuit. The same can be said for Illustrating. Part of the job description for each is to sit alone and thoughtfully compose. But no artist should be an island.

Together, we can support, uplift, encourage, and inspire each other. We can seek and give guidance, share knowledge, and commiserate on all the experiences we, as creatives, share. And most importantly, we can join forces to bring awareness to artisans throughout the Temecula Valley. Together, we're stronger. Join us to find out why.

Upcoming Events

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Join Us For Our Next
Monthly Meeting
Sunday, June 14 at 11:00 a.m.
(Breakout Sessions at 12:00 p.m.)
Monthly Meeting
with TVWI

April Connors: Character Creation and Development For Visual Storytellers

Let's focus on developing characters for visual storytelling media, covering the process from initial ideation to finalizing the character design. We will cover character design fundamentals as well as drawing exercises to aid the process.

For All Artists and Writers.

April notes that the more a writer can sketch or pre-visualize a script or project, the easier it is for an artist to deliver something that more closely aligns with their vision

AND BONUS: please bring sketchbooks or notepads

Temecula City Hall Conference Center
41000 Main St.
Temecula, CA 92590

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Additional Programs

No matter the focus of your creative efforts, you'll find a group here that shares your passion and supports your journey. Explore the sections below to learn more about each program, including meeting times, leadership, and how to get involved.



Monthly Meetings bring exciting speakers for all creatives, providing inspiration and knowledge. Check out our current and upcoming schedule to discover engaging events that will spark your creativity and expand your artistic journey.
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Middlers is a small-group themed workshop series allowing participants to have their questions answered by an industry professional. Meetings are held conveniently online, thoughtfully designed to support and inspire your ongoing creative growth.
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Show Up and Create offers accountability, helping you stay focused and motivated. Whether tackling daily writing goals or long-term projects, you’ll find encouragement, structure, and consistent support within this creative community.
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Spoken Nuggets is a bi-monthly spoken word and flash art event with a fresh theme at each performance, creating opportunities to share your voice, showcase your talent, and discover the inspiring work of others.
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Super Sketch is an evening of art and laughter for everyone, hosted every other month by Bigfoot Art Classes, encouraging participants to explore their creativity while connecting with a supportive community.
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Genre Meet-ups connect writers and artists who enjoy the same genres in a small group setting, providing a chance to share work, exchange ideas, develop skills, and grow stronger together as supportive storytellers.
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TVWI Academy is a professional-level course series for writers and artists, offering small class instruction, personalized feedback, and focused guidance designed to help participants strengthen their craft while achieving their creative and professional goals.
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The LETTERS Anthology

Coming Soon!

Final artwork has been selected and all participants have been notified of the results. Our team is now focused on final formatting, with a fantastic cover reveal just around the corner! We expect to publish this beautiful bound volume as early as June! Check back here for updates as we get closer to the unveiling!

Fairy Tale Retellings

Official Title TBD!

Your Copyedit Crew is hard at work, with half of the stories reviewed and back to the authors for final edits! We are moving forward rapidly with an expected publication date in September! Thank you all for your amazing creativity, your hard work, and your patience as the rest of the hard work gets done.



Photograph by Leslie Knowles

The Original TVWI Anthology

Stay Awhile: Scenes from Temecula Valley

Volumes One and Two
Available Now on Amazon!

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