FtBP Episode 001 - What is a Story?

FtBP Episode 001 - What is a Story?

In the engaging podcast episode "Fear the Blank Page," hosts Steve Walker, Keith Miller, and Charles Houghton unravel the intricacies of storytelling from the unique perspectives of a comic book artist, a teacher, and an artist-designer. They explore foundational storytelling elements—plot, character, conflict—particularly in comics, discussing character-driven and plot-driven narratives and their transitions across different mediums. The hosts emphasize the practicalities of teaching storytelling, the importance of research and authenticity, and the dynamic nature of collaborative comic creation. This episode is a treasure trove for aspiring comic creators and storytellers, providing rich insights and methodologies for transforming the blank page into a vivid narrative canvas.