The Art of Storytelling

Welcome to our fifth episode, joining you are your main hosts, Shawn and Shona and our very first guest….Ahmad! Ahmad (@ahmadhasanx) is a graphic designer and illustrator who is making his own comic called “Soul Storm”. This episode, we’ll be discussing the art of storytelling and what goes into the mind of a maker of stories!

Here’s what we explore and discuss in this episode:

How do we define a compelling story?

Why are we so attracted to stories?

Ahmad’s inspirations for his comic, SoulStorm

Why tell stories?

How do you build characters, environments and world-building in stories?

The role of the character in stories

Reality TV vs. Fiction Stories case studies

To see more of Ahmad’s work, visit his social media (https://www.instagram.com/ahmadhasanx) and his website (https://ahmadhasanx.com/)!

You can read Soul Storm at https://www.webtoons.com/en/challenge/soul-storm-locke/list?title_no=480503

Some of Ahmad’s favourite resources mention in the podcast:

Webcomic Advice:

https://mobile.twitter.com/grave_weaver/status/1300906756692873216?s=21


https://www.webtoons.com/en/tiptoon/lozolz/webtoon-editing-tips/viewer?title_no=1268&episode_no=24


Books include: Manga in Theory and Practice By Hirohiko Araki; - Fashion Now By Terry Jones and video game: Townscraper (available on Steam)

What do you think makes for a compelling story? Why do you think we’re so attracted to stories? Share with us your thoughts through #Pod4Creative on social media (and tag us)!

We could be sharing your answers on our next episode!

Be sure to follow us on social media @plus4creativeau! or visit our website at www.plus4creative.com.au/!  We’re excited to tell you more stories, share our journey and opinions on social media, entrepreneurship and the creative industry!

Our intro music is Snow Leopard by Music For Wildlife. Snow Leopard by Music For Wildlife is licensed under a Attribution-ShareAlike License.