Welcome to The Poetry Vessel
Founded by Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus,
and English-American Poet, Nathan Hassall
What's New With The Poetry Vessel?
Poetry as Transformation:
Online Poetry Writing Workshop
Only 3 of 12 limited spaces available.
Poetry As Transformation Workshop — Nearly Sold Out!
Last chance to Join Our Poetry as Transformation Writing Workshop!
The Poetry Vessel introduces our first ONLINE writing workshop, Poetry As Transformation. This online poetry writing workshop includes four 2-hour sessions facilitated by Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus, Nathan Hassall.
This intensive workshop explores four core pillars: Shadow and Light, Dream Poetry, Nature Poetry, and Spirituality. The curriculum is built upon Nathan’s 19+ years of expertise in writing, editing, and education.
Spaces are limited to ensure an intimate environment. Only a few spaces left!
Reserve your spot today.
Our Offerings
Poetry Workshops & Online Courses
Explore The Poetry Vessel's study and deepen your practice through the intersection of craft and poetic intuition. We offer Live Poetry Events & Workshops for real-time collaborative transformation, and Online Courses—including our groundbreaking How Poetry Changes Your Brain course co-created with best-selling author and neuroscience researcher, Mark Waldman—at your own pace through immersive video and audio lessons.
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Explore MoreWork with Nathan Hassall
Need inspiration or to take your project to the next stage?
Book a 1:1 bespoke session with Nathan for expert poetry mentorship and professional editing services. Whether you need guidance on a single poem, your full poetry manuscript, or need help breaking through a creative block, Nathan provides the tools to help you elevate your craft, and learn how to write poetry with purpose.
Contact NowSubmit Your Poetry
Share your voice with our global community. We are currently accepting submissions for featured segments on The Poetry Vessel Podcast.
Send us your best work for consideration.
Submit HereWatch The Poetry Vessel Podcast
Go behind the scenes of the creative process with The Poetry Vessel Podcast. Join Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus, Nathan Hassall, for deep-dive interviews with world-renowned poets, authors, and other experts on the transformative power of poetry.
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About The Poetry Vessel
The Poetry Vessel is a company founded by Malibu Poet Laureate Emeritus, Nathan Hassall, and his wife, Rachael Hassall, with a mission to inspire, educate, and empower poets and creative minds of all abilities.
Whether it’s through live events and workshops, The Poetry Vessel Podcast, Poetry Craft & Theory Lessons, writing courses, and more, we’re here to help you find your voice, refine your practice, and become part of a community that values truth, beauty, and the transformative power of language.