Leonardo Da Vinci was a LOSER. This radical proposition was so intriguing, I had no choice but to click “Play.” What followed was a brilliant video about the nature of artistic mastery and how the digital culture is actually making it more difficult to pursue. With the authenticity of Ken Burns and the roguish efficiency […] The post Interview With Adam Westbrook, Creator Of The ‘Delve Video Essays’ (Part 1) :: ArtCast #81 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.

Jedi master Brian McDonald is back with more revelatory perspectives that will challenge the way we think about visual storytelling. In part one, Brian showed us how theme creates character and character creates theme. Now, in part two, we discuss when to stop dreaming and start writing, how success can kill creativity, why style isn’t always a good thing, and […] The post Creating Characters From Your Story’s Theme (Part 2) :: with Brian McDonald :: Paper Wings Show #29 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.

Storytelling guru Brian McDonald joins us for another mind-blowing interview. In part one of this two-part interview, Brian discusses writing roadblocks, how theme creates character and why you have to send your characters to Hell… Listen To The Interview: [ download the mp3 ] [ listen to part two ] More From Brian McDonald: Invisible Ink The Golden Theme […] The post Creating Characters From Your Story’s Theme :: with Brian McDonald :: Paper Wings Show #28 appeared first on ChrisOatley.com.