Author Archives: sydneygseay

Within my project, I utilized the possibility of the different ways my project would appear on the web. I was able to control what is shown at the same time for the most part, and also what the general order … Continue reading →

My creative plan for communicating time in my comic was to play it simple, while also forcing the reader to participate. I chose to use the regular left-to-right and top-to-bottom format because I wanted to challenge the reader on time … Continue reading →

I chose two different two-page spreads by Mita Mahato. Her works are each very different across the board, and I connected with two pieces before even knowing they were both her work. I. found it very fascinating that one artist … Continue reading →

This monster-looking creature is created using almost only lines. As McCloud says, this use of lines create emotional and sensual responses in the reader. The lines used by the author in this creation parallel many of the things McCloud says … Continue reading →

This page of The Lightening Thief shows aspect-to-aspect closure in my opinion. The shoes with wings are implied to be very important, but there is no text or explanation. The creator is requiring active participation by the reader to make … Continue reading →

My comic has multiple images in from different mediums strategically placed to tell a story of the things in my life that are most important to me. The images are not in the order you would usually read in, however … Continue reading →

McCloud and Lovett both create works that have similar message styles that enact multiple elements of design. They use 2D visuals to create something that readers can feel in multiple or all of the senses. McCloud uses many design elements … Continue reading →

Hand-drawing a comic was not high on my list of things I was excited to do due to my poor artistic abilities, but through creating it I learned the impact a print comic has. When creating a hand-drawn comic, I … Continue reading →