From Script to Panel: A Guide to AI Comics Storytelling

Visualizing Your Script

A great comic starts with a great script. But writing for comics is different from writing a novel. You need to think visually. When using AI, this becomes even more important because you are the director.

Pacing and Layout

Don't cram too much information into one panel. A good rule of thumb is **one major action per panel**.

• Action Panels: Use dynamic angles and motion lines.
• Dialogue Panels: Focus on facial expressions and ensure there's room for speech bubbles.
• Establishing Shots: Wide shots to set the scene.

Show, Don't Just Tell

Instead of having a character say "I'm sad," show them looking down with a shadowed face. AI is fantastic at capturing atmospheric lighting—use it to convey mood.

Iterative Refinement

Don't settle for the first result. If the composition feels off, try regenerating with keywords like "close-up", "worm's eye view", or "cinematic lighting".