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What’s the Point?

Still running the #shareyourworld game on Twitter. You get to tell me, in a tweet (if possible), what your world is about. I’m noticing two trends: We confuse story with world. We don’t know why we’re building. Sometimes I’ll get replies that tell me plot. “Scott the magical dog goes on an adventure to Doom …

Find Your Dream

I’ve listened to this song dozens of times and thought it was a great tune inspiring a lady to be with the guy she loves. Until last night, I didn’t hear it as general advice. I just realized that the beginning of your journey isn’t working toward a dream, but searching to discover what your dream …

How Many Iterations? + A Video

I came upon a note in my list of project questions for Woolmancy: “Character design, how many iterations?” I laugh at this, and kind of laughed when I wrote it. No matter how many times I refine my design, it’s going to change once I start placing the actors on their stage (drawing the real …

Your World is a Good Idea

I will be posting some more visual development stuff soon, but another thought came to mind as I was editing my script for Woolmancy.  The idea you have isn’t silly. Even if it’s been done or doesn’t seem like it’s wrestling with world-changing concepts! I always feel somewhat ashamed of my ideas or names or plots …

What Makes A Wordbuilder?

This weekend I posed a question on Facebook and Twitter: Are you a worldbuilder? Share your world in a tweet and tag #shareyourworld! I got some great replies and had the opportunity to discuss people’s worlds with them. I plan to continue using the tag, so if you have a world, please share it! If you …

Welcome. It’s good to see you.

My name is Abrian and I’m a visual storyteller. I love maps, comics and worlds full of wonder. I’m glad you stopped by. I illustrate worlds, both real and imagined, building brick-by-brick. I want to explore flora and fauna, and chart all the regions I explore. And I want you to come along with me. …