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Apr132012

LIA Cast 32 - 5 Tips

DateFriday, April 13, 2012 at 1:06PM

It's a massive 2-hour video episode of the Lean Into Art Cast as Rob and Jerzy take on the common misconceptions surrouding cartoons for kids. We address the following five criticisms leveled at these kinds of shows:

  • Two-dimensional characters
  • Simplistic or hack writing
  • Nonsensical worlds or premise
  • Based on toys or games, commercials
  • Preachy, pro-social drivel

And land on the following five responses, which also serve as great tools to improve your writing!

  • Vibrant characters
  • Clear storytelling
  • Imaginative internal logic and the Integrating Discipline of Kid Logic
  • Playability factor as limitation to inspire creativity
  • Well-defined intent

So whether you love cartoons or not, this episode is packed with great discussion on topics we visual storytellers struggle with constantly. And you just might pick up on a few tips to help with your next project!

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LIA Cast 32 - 5 Tips

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Reader Comments (2)

A little late in responding to the call to action, sorry!
I really enjoyed learning some in depth stuff about the cartoon series' that I grew up with. I'd definitely be into a full seminar if it were available.

Thanks again for the cool insights guys! Your podcasts embiggen the mind :-)

April 21, 2012 | Registered CommenterNathanSeabolt

This reply is more than a little late... you honor us and I'm sorry for being so slow to reply.

Super cool to hear the topic of exploring this type of vibrant storytelling is of interest! I know Jerzy would rock the house with such a workshop!

Thank you again Nathan and we promise to get better with responding to comments!

July 26, 2012 | Registered CommenterRob Stenzinger
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