Writing
As a freelance writer I have written on a range of subjects and am used to meeting tight deadlines. I can produce clear, concise copy for brochures, websites, blogs and newsletters. Get in touch to discuss your requirements and get a quote with no obligation.
Poetry
"Patrick Widdess is a generous champion of the work of others as well as performer of his own clever, often humorous poetic work" Will Ford, Megaverse
"He plays with expectation and convention, firing thoughts off on unusual pathways only to change track mid-sentence – all the ingredients necessary to trip the brain face first into unexpected hilarity." Slate The Disco
I am available for writing commissions, performances and workshops. Please see the poetry and prose, video and audio pages in the menu for examples of my work.
Previous performances and commissions
Slow Theatre Company – Poetry workshops
Friars Walk Exhibition, Cwtsh Newport details
Hammer and Tongue Cambridge – Featured act
National Hammer and Tongue final, London – team and individual slams
Megaverse
Oxjam, Cardiff
Romsey Art Festival – Poetry workshop, poetry take-away and performance site
Strawberry Fair, Cambridge
Flack Magazine (project for homeless and vulnerably housed) – poetry workshop
CB1 Poetry – recording
Shindig, Cambridge site
Allographic, Cambridge site
Proofreading and editing
I am a professionally qualified proofreader and editor. I completed the CMP Diploma in Proofreading and editing and achieved the gold standard in the NCTJ journalism diploma including training in proofreading and copy editing. I am a copy editor for leading publisher of local newspapers Newsquest and am responsible for the fast turnaround of copy for daily titles in Scotland and across the company's portfolio of titles.
I am a member of Sfep and guarantee a professional service with fast turn around. I can proofread Word documents and hard copy and offer an enhanced editing service for an additional cost. Most jobs can be completed in 48 hours or quicker by arrangement. Prices are in line with Sfep recommended rates. Email for further information or to book a job.
Testimonials
Over the past three years, Patrick has proofread my dissertation and I have been happy with his service. He is always punctual while at the same time he meticulously checks all the complex contextual expressions. The suggestions he made for my writings were very helpful for me to complete my degree. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who wants an excellent proofreader! Dr Hyelim Kim, Professional musician and academic
"Really useful exercises. Learnt a lot on process and how to move those ideas into poetry. Really enjoyed it! More pleased"
"It was very well run and the session was relaxed and well thought out"
"This was a really useful exercise - A really good route into writing! Very practical, but also beautiful"
"Really friendly space and brilliantly timed (allowed for writing and sharing)."
Participants at poetry workshops for Slow Theatre Company
Please contact me for more details on any of these services.
As a freelance writer I have written on a range of subjects and am used to meeting tight deadlines. I can produce clear, concise copy for brochures, websites, blogs and newsletters. Get in touch to discuss your requirements and get a quote with no obligation.
Poetry
"Patrick Widdess is a generous champion of the work of others as well as performer of his own clever, often humorous poetic work" Will Ford, Megaverse
"He plays with expectation and convention, firing thoughts off on unusual pathways only to change track mid-sentence – all the ingredients necessary to trip the brain face first into unexpected hilarity." Slate The Disco
I am available for writing commissions, performances and workshops. Please see the poetry and prose, video and audio pages in the menu for examples of my work.
Previous performances and commissions
Slow Theatre Company – Poetry workshops
Friars Walk Exhibition, Cwtsh Newport details
Hammer and Tongue Cambridge – Featured act
National Hammer and Tongue final, London – team and individual slams
Megaverse
Oxjam, Cardiff
Romsey Art Festival – Poetry workshop, poetry take-away and performance site
Strawberry Fair, Cambridge
Flack Magazine (project for homeless and vulnerably housed) – poetry workshop
CB1 Poetry – recording
Shindig, Cambridge site
Allographic, Cambridge site
Proofreading and editing
I am a professionally qualified proofreader and editor. I completed the CMP Diploma in Proofreading and editing and achieved the gold standard in the NCTJ journalism diploma including training in proofreading and copy editing. I am a copy editor for leading publisher of local newspapers Newsquest and am responsible for the fast turnaround of copy for daily titles in Scotland and across the company's portfolio of titles.
I am a member of Sfep and guarantee a professional service with fast turn around. I can proofread Word documents and hard copy and offer an enhanced editing service for an additional cost. Most jobs can be completed in 48 hours or quicker by arrangement. Prices are in line with Sfep recommended rates. Email for further information or to book a job.
Testimonials
Over the past three years, Patrick has proofread my dissertation and I have been happy with his service. He is always punctual while at the same time he meticulously checks all the complex contextual expressions. The suggestions he made for my writings were very helpful for me to complete my degree. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who wants an excellent proofreader! Dr Hyelim Kim, Professional musician and academic
"Really useful exercises. Learnt a lot on process and how to move those ideas into poetry. Really enjoyed it! More pleased"
"It was very well run and the session was relaxed and well thought out"
"This was a really useful exercise - A really good route into writing! Very practical, but also beautiful"
"Really friendly space and brilliantly timed (allowed for writing and sharing)."
Participants at poetry workshops for Slow Theatre Company
Please contact me for more details on any of these services.
