Storyboarding For People Who Can't Draw (Like Me!) : FRIDAY 101

Summary

A practical guide to storyboarding for independent filmmakers, demonstrating that you don't need artistic skills to create effective visual plans for your film shots.

Highlights

The Importance of Storyboarding00:00:32

Storyboards help visualize film scenes before shooting, ensuring you get necessary coverage and preventing missed shots on set. You do not need to be a skilled artist; the goal is to effectively translate your vision.

Techniques for Non-Artists00:01:30

Use simple sketches to represent characters and settings, supplementing them with notes on lighting and action. Utilize arrows to indicate movement (such as head turns or walking) and camera movements like pushes or tracks.

Advanced Framing and Labeling00:03:54

When a single shot requires multiple frames, number them sequentially (e.g., 1a, 1b). You can adjust frame tightness visually or use marginal thumbnails and shot lists if a full storyboard is too time-consuming.

Alternative Methods00:04:59

Explore digital storyboard software for a cleaner look or use video storyboarding (as Robert Rodriguez does) by filming actors in position to test your visual ideas.