Andersen’s writings were unique not just for the expression of a childlike perspective, but also because of his way of animating the inanimate – flowers, toys and everyday objects came to life and spoke. Animals also were given the power of speech, and all of this serves to make Andersen’s work refreshing and new even after so much time has passed.
Tag: storyteller
#NSNStoryCon with Sam Payne at The Apple Seed
It’s an hour a day dedicated to the art of storytelling…have fun. So, our, our goals have had not only to do with bringing to the radio the work of tellers who are working on stages and festivals all over the country and all over the world but also to find people who just have fantastic stories to tell. So, we’re working with professional storytellers, and again, people who are preparing material for the stage. But, we have also done some great interviews with folks who are treasure hunters or shipwreck divers or . . .
Act It Out
This episode reminded me that to find the voice, I must consider the character in toto. Voice distinction is not limited to age, gender, and locale. Rather, it is found in the total make-up of the character
Using Prompts to Create Storytelling
People ask how I craft the personal stories I tell. “They come from prompts.” By that, I mean that if I pay attention anything and everything can lead me to a possible story. It will work for you too. Don’t believe me? Here are a few examples of how I gather material for stories.
How to Tell a Tale
Different personalities tell stories differently. Storytelling is diverse as the storytellers. The most important thing is to find a presentation style that suits your personality. With this said there are a few general techniques to consider: