4 Tips to Spice Up Your Visual Storytelling

When it comes to creating visuals, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. The more tools you have in your toolbox, the more ways you can bring your ideas to life.

Think of it like cooking: the more spices you know how to use, the tastier your stories become.

This will be you after this blog post!

In this post, we’re diving into 4 visual storytelling tips that’ll take your visuals from “meh” to “WOW.”

Let’s get started!

Up First: Size MATTERS

Often, we focus on what to draw but forget about how big to draw it. And size? It’s a game-changer.

Take a simple example of a person and a problem.

Compare these two versions:

See how changing the size of the problem changes the story?

Big problems feel overwhelming, while small ones feel manageable.

It’s like the difference between a mountain and a molehill.

Distance MATTERS

Next up: distance.

How close are you to the problem?

Is it looming in the distance or standing right in your face?

Playing with distance can completely shift the narrative.

Think of it as the difference between “I see it coming” and “It’s already here.”

Position MATTERS

Now that we’ve covered distance, let’s talk about position.

Is the problem above, below, or right in front of you?

Things below or underground feel hidden, while things above feel like they’re pressing down on you. 

Bonus tip:

Change the person’s pose to add even more emotion to the story.

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Volume MATTERS

Last but not least: volume.

Sometimes, more is… well, more.

The number of bombs (or whatever you’re drawing) changes the story.

Is it just one thing, or are you in for a lot?

Volume can turn a single hiccup into a full-blown explosion.

Have a Play!

Next time you’re visualising, experiment with size, distance, position, and volume.

Combine them, and you’ll have a powerhouse of tools to tell your story effectively.