Approach Quote by Chris Van Allsburg
“At first, I see pictures of a story in my mind. Then creating the story comes from asking questions of myself. I guess you might call it the 'what if - what then' approach to writing and illustration.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Talk on Creative Process, 1995
Creating stories starts by visualizing scenes, then probing them with questions to develop narrative and illustration.
In simple terms: Visualize then question to build story.
Key Takeaway
Use self‑questioning to deepen creative work.
Themes
creativity
storytelling
illustration
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
instructional
creative
When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- illustration projects
- personal brainstorming
Key Concepts
visual imagination
self‑inquiry
narrative development
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you frame effective questions to advance a story?
- What visual details spark your curiosity?
A Different Perspective
May stall if questions are too vague or unstructured.
