This week's lecture explored the fascinating intersection of graphic design and storytelling, highlighting how the principles used in film, animation, and music can be applied to craft compelling user experiences (UX).

Storytelling is Everywhere:

Everything we do is storytelling. Storytelling in Design - O'Reilly is a great resource for delving deeper into this concept.

Learning from Other Media:

While design blogs often focus on the digital world, the lecture encouraged us to look beyond the screen. Film, animation,and music offer a wealth of storytelling techniques that can be adapted for UX design.

Building a World:

• Simon Wild: Explore his work to see how he creates immersive and captivating visual worlds.
• The Secret World of Annie Atkins and Flora Fricker are additional resources for inspiration on world-building in design.

The Power of Pausing:

Sometimes, the most impactful moments are those of silence. The lecture highlighted the power of the pause in storytelling, citing examples like:

• Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas: A poetic masterpiece that uses silence to evoke emotion.
• The Museum of Mario: A video game exhibit that uses pauses to create anticipation and reflection.
• Steve Jobs Speeches: His masterful use of pauses added weight and drama to his presentations.

Film as Storytelling Masterclass:

• Stanley Kubrick: A true master of visual storytelling. Analyze his films to see how he uses color, contrast, and perspective to tell a story. (Consider referencing a specific film by Kubrick, like "The Shining" for its use of perspective)
• Schindler's List: The iconic scene with the girl in red coat exemplifies the power of color contrast in storytelling.

Structure & the Hero's Journey:

A solid story structure is vital for keeping users engaged. The lecture explored two common structures:

• The 3-Act Structure: A classic narrative framework with a beginning, middle, and end.