Storyboard Introduction
The storyboard is fundamental to the animation process. You can think of a storyboard as a series of static images that create a visual interpretation of a script or story. Typically, it will:
- depict the scale and size of the set
- provide a glimpse into the appearance and mannerisms of a character(s)
- Visually show how the action of a story unfolds and provides the creater with any nescessary background information
- provide notes about the "look" of the the piece with insight into camera angles and movement
- provide information about lighting, sound, and dialogue
- provide information about timing
For the most part, the drawings are simple and quite rough. Regardless of how complex the artwork, a viewer should be able to see the visual elements of the film starting to take shape.
It is important to remember that the storyboard is a working document, and is often ammended or changed as the production process continues. It is not unusual to discover that the final product is consderably different from what was depicted on the storyboard.
Example 1: Bob the Builder: Special Delivery Spud
Watch the following clip from an episode of Bob the Builder.
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Be sure to note that the actual footage is slightly different from what is depicted on the storyboard. In particular, notice:
- Bob is standing when he is making his call
- Wendy is sitting on the other side of the table