Ways to Improve Your Visual Storytelling

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Artists are all storytellers, no matter what medium or field. But, telling a story isn't just about expression – it's about communication. Enhancing these skills can impact how effective our art can convey the story we want to tell. In this video, I share 10 ways to help improve visual storytelling skills through examples and personal experiences. Since the dawn of existence, humans have been communicating, through stories, reports, performances, often re-telling old stories to new audiences. But, in looking at our own artwork, today, how can we improve our approach to communicate our message more quickly and effectively, in a vibrant visual representation that will easy to translate by viewers? Here are just 10 Ways to Improve Your Visual Storytelling: 1. ORIGINALITY: Even re-telling an old story can be original. 2. IDENTIFY YOUR AUDIENCE: Know who we're telling our story to. 3. MAKE IT PERSONAL: Knowing the truth behind a story makes it real. 4. ENJOY YOURSELF: When our art becomes a chore, it will show in the work and in the story. 5. MAKE IT ATTAINABLE: Having access to fresh ideas, quality materials, and the precious time to work is vital creating good artwork. 6. KEEP IT SIMPLE: It's best to keep things simple than overcomplicate with conflicting ideas, directions, or intentions. 7. A STORY IN ONE TAKE: The most memorable works of art tell at least one powerful story. Sometimes more. 8. COHERENCE & CONTINUITY: The flow from piece to piece, by the same hand. 9. THE DEVIL IS IN THE DETAILS: Too many details can generate unexpected problems. ("God is in the Details" suggests adding appropriate detail to elevate a piece of art without problems). 10. DONE IS GOOD: Knowing when a piece is finished prevents us from overworking it and possibly ruining it. Video Reference: Pushing Our Creative Development: https://youtu.be/yREd22xeHyc GEAR: • Etchr Labs Cold Pressed Watercolor Paper • Da Vinci Cosmotop Spin #4 Round Brush • A. Gallo watercolors • Gelly Roll white gel pen MUSIC: “Still Fall (instr)” by M.D. Campbell © 2025 M.D. Campbell • All rights reserved Blog: http://www.markdcampbell.com/the-9-lives-of-mercutio Instagram: mdcampbellart _____ The intent of my channel is to bring videos of useful content to help fellow artists and art students with insightful information, as well as bring consumers real-world reviews on the products we're likely to buy and use every day. I'm always grateful for feedback to help improve my channel, so please feel free to leave your thoughts in the comment section below. Thank you for your time watching! Cheers! ~ Mark #etchr #agallocolors #mdcampbellart #visualstorytelling