The physical space that a character inhabits often seems far more passive than it really is. Space is more than a matter of creating a backdrop, though. Why is it that some characters feel as if they’re moving against a wall paper background while others inhabit a far more ...

The building blocks of world building
Emma_Clare at 12:00AM, Nov. 6, 2020
World building is a cornerstone of any story. From your neighbourhood slice-of-life to an out-of-this world space opera the world in which the characters inhabit draws the reader and keeps them invested in the character’s struggles. Here are some questions to consider when constructing your new universe.
What is ...
Retelling Stories by Converting Graphic Novels into Audiobooks
kawaiidaigakusei at 12:00AM, Sept. 14, 2020
It is hard to predict when new content for television shows and the big screen will start rolling out. I jokingly once thought that we might all turn back the clocks and bring back old fashion radio shows where candy wrappers were used to imitate crackling fires and beans in ...
Falling flat on your characters
Emma_Clare at 12:00AM, July 17, 2020
A three dimensional character is needed to keep the reader emotionally invested in your comic, however there are a few pitfalls creators might find themselves tripping into, causing their characters to fall flat. Here are three holes you may encounter when constructing a three dimensional character.
Not giving your characters ...
Grounding your comic with theme
Emma_Clare at 12:00AM, July 3, 2020
A narrative theme can be described as the core meaning or message behind your story. It serves to tell your audience what your story is about as well laying groundwork for its context. Establishing the core theme early can help you keep your comic grounded and focused as you begin ...
Using 3D Art to Create Comics by Genejoke part 3
Banes at 12:00AM, June 11, 2020
Welcome back to the 3D Comics-making series by Genejoke. These tutorials accompany the new video
version that he created.
Video Tutorial Part 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OJO3ehav02E
BUILDING SETS
Another huge and time consuming aspect of making 3D comics is set building and it should definitely factor ...
The importance of a workspace
Emma_Clare at 12:00AM, May 15, 2020
When I began working from home, it became clear very early on that my current work area needed a serious upgrade. My desk was surrounded by old letters, books and junk, I had piles of clothes on the floor, I kept knicking my partner’s chair because mine had begun ...
Building a character
Emma_Clare at 12:00AM, May 1, 2020
A key aspect to creating a strong story is having believable characters. They are, after all, a key backbone to your narrative. So here are three tips that can help you put together a well rounded character.
1. Create a backstory
If you’re naming a character then you got ...
Hedonism and the Experience Machine
kawaiidaigakusei at 12:00AM, April 27, 2020
As a sector of the working world scrambles to see how they can move a typical work day to a computer screen, observing a population of people stumbling to transition to face-to-face video conferencing apps like Zoom has been like watching the first ten seconds of an infomercial—the transition ...
QUACKCAST 466 - And then What
Ozoneocean at 12:00AM, Feb. 18, 2020 LISTEN on our new player!
Listen on Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/drunkduck-quackcast
Or TuneinRadio - https://tunein.com/podcasts/Books–Literature/Drunkduck-Quackcast-p1150194/
What happens to characters after the big action scene or climactic moment? This could be anywhere in the story but it's usually close to the end ...