The medium in which you tell a story is very important, as it can drastically change it -- for better or worse. Certain mediums can showcase more of a specific aspect of the art world which can end up being beneficial.
If you want to showcase your story a certain way, you should be sure what it is you want people to notice. If you're focusing on a particular theme or emotion, a photograph or photo essay may be best, as it can really hone in on it. If you want to tell a story that includes many details, then writing a book or short story maybe what's best.
Choosing the wrong medium can be disastrous. If you have too many ideas you want to cram into one art piece, such as a drawing, you may ruin it trying to include it all.
If you already know how you want to create your art, it's probably the right choice. Make sure you choose wisely though. Changing to another medium could increase the appeal or get your message across more clearly, but only if you can apply it properly.
After picking your medium, you have to decide what elements and principles of art are important. For example, the photo at the top of this blog entry wouldn't be as effective if it was in colour, as it would take away from the shock factor. Or the lines leading to her face, emphasizing her lifeless eyes.
Every little detail counts, so making sure you have at least the right medium picked out will help a lot.
Every little detail counts, so making sure you have at least the right medium picked out will help a lot.
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