Finding your story’s theme - "Deepwater Creek" graphic novel update 6
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- In this video, I discuss discovering the elusive but so vital theme of your story!
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these pages are so gorgeous! I love how your work is all-ages but never has condescending themes or ideas. I also think your approach makes the theme reveal itself in a natural , organic way. Also your self-reflection helps your themes feel more emotive and effective.
Wow! Thank you so much. That’s such a nice thing for you to say. Means a lot. I care a ton about not talking down to kids. Or any reader for that matter.
I’m so glad you like the pages! Still getting used to watercoloring my art.
Theme is one of the hardest parts of writing because it's the hardest part to boil down to a formula. Sometimes, the story is inspired by the theme; sometimes the theme is inspired by the story.
Yeah. It comes organically. And being patient with that process is key. I wish it were simpler. Lol.
Such great advice! I love the idea of having a solid central theme to come back to over and over again to guide the story. Its so easy to get lost when writing but the theme can be like a lighthouse. I really needed this video. Thank you for sharing your expertise!
And beautiful watercolors!
Yes! The theme is just like a lighthouse. Any time I get stuck, I ask what I could do to reinforce my theme and it's surprising what comes out.
Longer video? Eh, I like long content, it gives me something to listen to while I drive, and when I do dishes. 😁
lol. I do the same.
Subbed! Thought I subbed in the past….
Thanks for being here! :-) Love your channel.