Project 6 - Four Panels, Four Scenes

Project 6 - Four Panels, Four Scenes

Read Chapters 2 and 3 of Understanding Comics. Pay particular attention to pages 70-72 of Chapter 3 for definitions of the different types of panel transitions. The definition for “scene-to-scene” transitions is in there.

Create a narrative sequence in just 4 panels with a different scene in each panel. The scenes can be different locations or different times within the same location. Each scene should also contain a character performing an action. Basically, they should be doing something. The actions, thoughts and emotions of your characters should be communicating clearly without using any words. Think about the different types of panel-to-panel transitions covered in chapter 3 and pay close attention to the type or types you choose for your sequence.

Four Panels, Four Scenes is due 2/14 for critique on 2/16.

Comics Delivery:

Comics should be placed in the Critique Folder by 1:30 pm on 2/14. The Critique Folder is inside the IL220A folder within the IL220 folder on the dali server.

4 Panels, 4 Scenes Critique

Name of the critter:

Name of the critiqued:

Does the work avoid using words?

Is the art clear? Can you easily discern foreground from background? Is the mark making descriptive? Is any of the imagery confusing?

Does the sequence look finished?

What is the subject of this sequence?

Can you describe the four different scenes? How do they help tell the story?

Can you follow the action or actions?  What is the complete action or story arc?

Is there ever confusion about the panel reading order?

Does the layout of the panels add to the communication of the story or detract from it? Is the page well organized? 

How is the “acting” in the strip?  Are character’s facial expressions and body language clear?

Is the strip interesting?  Would you want to read more?  Elaborate.