I’ve said it before, and I’m sure I’ll say it again. There’s nothing like inviting guests to my writing programmes. The energy, the fun, the enthusiasm … Can you believe that every participant (except me) managed to create a comic strip during the session?
Greystroke, an author, illustrator, filmmaker and entrepreneur, took us through the creation of a four-panel comic strip. I learned so much!
Among other things, we discussed the importance of pauses, something I mull over whenever I’m writing. Where would you pause in the telling of a joke? How do we create the perfect build-up before delivering a punchline? Each comic artist might choose a different place, and this leads to a variety of structures.
Tips and tricks to help draw characters and details, the visual appeal of a variety of perspectives, the similarities between a comic and a movie … the workshop was a treat from start to finish! One hour flew past, yes, but it’s incredible how much we were able to do during that hour.
The comic-making workshop was a guest session at my regular online creative writing programme. Visit my Workshop Calendar to find out about upcoming programmes.
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