Good News!!! Trix Bruce is coming to Chandler, Arizona!
September 13, 2013, Friday 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Handshape Common Misuse: Really? Did I sign that?
The Handshape is probably the most apparent parameter of ASL. Linguists have identified a large number of discrete Handshapes, which the signs are most look-like. Trix will demonstrate several categories that demonstrate various degrees of similarity for particular Handshapes, which can lead to misunderstandings. She will also show the proper application of palm orientation, location, and movement for the Handshapes. (0.4 RID CEUs available)
September 14, 2013, Saturday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
VISUALIZE THIS: Drawing in Space With ASL Classifiers
As a native English speaker you work within a linear language, but ASL uses space and movement through classifiers to show a visual picture. When using Classifiers, are you able to clearly portray the English message into ASL? Do you know how to clearly show a car accident, a Lasik eye surgery, or a gymnast going through their routines? This workshop provides participants with an overview of using Classifiers, by focusing on what they mean, when to use them and how they are used. Participants will explore various classifiers to express a visual picture breaking away from English words to translate ideas visually. This workshop strongly focuses on ASL storytelling, ASL performing, and ideas on how to use the appropriate handshape to show a clearer picture of the context involved. This workshop will also provide hands-on experiences & skill building activities needed for appropriate classifier use applied to complex descriptions and images. Complicated & confusing pictures, eye gaze, role shifting, spatial referencing and appropriate use of classifiers in storytelling will also be presented. Emphasis is placed on developing the ability to think in pictures as a way to improve expressive and receptive communication skills. (0.7 RID CEUs available!)
At Chandler Christian Church, Meeting Room
1825 S Alma School Road
Chandler, AZ 85286
BIO: Patricia (Trix) Bruce, from Seattle, Washington, is known nationwide as both a workshop presenter and an American Sign Language performer. Trix's work has been warmly received everywhere, from local community centers, to state, regional and national conferences, Deaf Way II, interpreter conventions and more. Wildly popular as a teacher of ASL storytelling and ASL interpretation, Trix impresses audiences at all levels of ASL skill, from novices to fluent experts. Trix has been profoundly deaf since she was 6 months old. She went through oral, mainstreaming, deaf classes, and online educational programs. Trix has been involved in the performing arts since 1980. After completing her college program, she became involved with interpreter training. Trix's main area of study has been ASL Linguistics with a focus on ASL Performance. She has developed a popular website:www.trixbruce.com. Whether writing, creating, improvising or starring in her many productions, Trix's passion for the dramatic arts shines through.
25 SEATS ONLY AVAILABLE – Don’t Delay!
REGISTRATION FEE:
Friday Evening Workshop Only:
$45 per participant/per workshop, postmarked byAugust 3, 2013
$55 per participant, at the door
Saturday Workshop Only:
$75 per participant, postmarked byAugust 3, 2013
$85 per participant at the door
BothWorkshops:
$115 per participant, postmarked byAugust 3, 2013
$135 per participant, at the door
*** School paperwork/vendor/W9 Form processing: Please use the "at the door" price for your paperwork.
EARLY BIRDS:The first 5 participants to all workshops send out registrations with payment before July 1, 2013 will receive a free DVD!
SEND $ TO: PayPal accepted; checks accepted - please make checks payable to Trix Bruce and send to:Trix Bruce, 1429 D Ave PMB 362, Snohomish, WA 98290
Please send payment with your RSVP. This will confirm your place in the workshop. CONTACT: by Sept 12, 2013 Info@trixbruce.com
RID CEUs: Trix Bruce is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for Continuing Education Activities. This Professional Studies program is offered for all workshops: 0.4 for Handshapes, and 0.7 CEUS for Classifiers in ASL at the Little/No to Some Content Knowledge Level. All workshops total is 1.1 CEUs.
NOTES:Handouts will be provided. The workshop will be presented in ASL. There will be a Door Prize ! On Saturday, lunch is on your own. For details on refunds, cancellations, and special accommodations policies, please send an email to info@trixbruce.com
My workshops benefit participants at all levels. Countless advanced interpreters have let me know that they enjoyed learning updated/new signs that they haven’t seen before, such as regional accents. They also loved it when I explained how to sign messages into ASL, rather than just signing in English word by word. Interpreters appreciate that my workshops are excellent for review as well as for discovering new things that apply within the professional work environment. Students also mentioned that my workshops helped them to understand how to approach their own projects, research, and practice more effectively.
Trix Bruce’s Online Video Professional Development modules are now available! With these video programs, you can earn CEUs from the comfort of home! You’ll be able to improve your ASL storytelling techniques and interpreting skills. Slides, transcripts, and visual aids will make these programs fully accessible and easy to use. Available now: “ASL Extreme Makeovers: The Art of Personification”, “What’s your TAKE on ASL Semantics? TAKE a Look and TAKE Home a Big TAKE”, and “English Equivalents: Time After Time”. More new videos are coming soon, such as “Show and Tell: Trix’s ASL Storytelling”. Visit Trix’s website today!www.trixbruce.com
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