Bathroom Quote by Jim Toomey
“Sometimes making a story is as easy as putting two characters in a room and seeing what happens. So, imagine a great white shark and a giant squid in the same bathroom.”
About This Quote
Source Comic: Shark vs. Squid, 2005
Storytelling can emerge from simple character pairings that spark conflict and humor.
In simple terms: Simple character pairings spark stories.
Use contrast to spark ideas.
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When to use this quote
- writing workshops
- improv games
- classroom activities
- team brainstorming
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you add purpose to random pairings?
- What conflict arises naturally?
May lack depth without purposeful conflict.