Linear Stories for Vertical Screens
Workshop · Day 4 · Sun 25 October 2026, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm · Aljada, Sharjah
Linear Stories for Vertical Screens is a workshop focused on the unique storytelling techniques of webtoons, led by webtoon creator and illustrator Park Chang-ha. Attendees will explore how the vertical scroll format reshapes narrative structure, scene composition, and reader engagement, offering insights specific to mobile-first comics.
Key points include the structural differences between webtoons and traditional comics, the impact of vertical scrolling on emotional pacing, and a step-by-step demonstration of webtoon creation from concept to visual direction. By the end of this workshop, intermediate participants will understand how to craft compelling webtoon stories tailored for mobile audiences.
- Park Chang-ha — Webtoon Creator and Illustrator