Comic Book Dialogue - Writing Dialogue Tips

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4 жыл бұрын

In this video I'm talking about how to write comic book dialogue. These writing dialogue tips will help you in writing your comic book, webcomic, or Webtoon.
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@_seabound_ 4 жыл бұрын

i do that, i play my own characters in the mirror for depth my mom: *it's that damned phone*

@mia-saraking5479 3 жыл бұрын

yo its like your mom is my mom

@emmanuelugbor4843 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@animepabu5526 4 жыл бұрын

Acts out one of the intense dialog scenes Sister in other room: 👀*locks her door*

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

That means it's good ;-)

@PinnacleOfJimbo 4 жыл бұрын

I sure hope Walter and Walter can work it out. They seemed so good for each other.

@berry186 4 жыл бұрын

🤣😂

@alexandrazapatamultimedia 4 жыл бұрын

Idk, it seemed like Walter had his mind set on ending things with Walter.

@zoeintjiezu5131 4 жыл бұрын

I don't know... maybe there is yet another Walter that will enter the story.

@ajblank833 4 жыл бұрын

Hey man. I've been around here ever sense your How to get featured on webtoon video. I finally got out of my depression and I'm gonna start my own series. I just wanted to thank you. You helped me keep being motivated and making storyboards even if I couldn't bring myself to actually draw anything. I know that it's gonna take a long time untill I actually can publish my stuff but at least I took the first step.

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that you're out of your depression, love to hear that. And that you're jumping back in to comics. Let me know if there's anything I can help with and I'll try.

@ajblank833 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie I don't wanna bother you but I joined the Discord server under the name AJ makes stuff so I hope we can talk once in a while. I also would love to hear your opinion of my story when I finished conceptualising

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

@@ajblank833 Yeah, I saw you jump in. Yeah, I love talking comics and stuff, so anytime.

@ajblank833 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie hu okay that's reassuring :0

@alexhinemisha7989 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I really needed this because everytime I write dialog it always sounds stiff and boring. You actually got me here 8:46 plus english is not my native language so it's really hard for me to not make direct descriptions like instead of saying "You think I'm dumb?" it's better to say "You think I was born yesterday?" or "My birthday is near." to "My birthday is just around the corner." something like that pls don't judge me haha

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

I can't imagine how hard it is to write in a language that is not native. It's really impressive. I never judge ;-)

@maeryum 4 жыл бұрын

This was really helpful I know my stories I used to write back then was so robotic. You literally are speaking my mind!👏👏

@alyssas7751 4 жыл бұрын

I just don’t want to write everything (and proof read and whatnot) and then not be able to draw what I want. Like having issues with anatomy or mood. But yeah! I agree that some people can write stiffly and because my comic’s dialogues are pretty short, I wouldn’t say it’s too bad? Especially when it comes to the time period, ages, etc. but these are very helpful tips! Thanks again, Walter.

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I write pretty loose and then clean up as I am drawing and lettering.It's a privilege of writing and drawing both.

@peachiebunnies 4 жыл бұрын

Sis I needed this I am so bad at writing dialogue cjdkkdks

@kawaiipineapplex6042 4 жыл бұрын

gurl same!

@jeinkyo 4 жыл бұрын

other than walter's personal life leaked out on the internet.... i was actually forc- recommended to look up your channel by my friend

@Cetialistic 4 жыл бұрын

Forced?! 😂

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Hah. Woot! Now it's your turn to force another friend to check it out.

@jeinkyo 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie haha i shall pass on the legacy casted upon me

@caibeschorner8962 4 жыл бұрын

You deserve a lot more subscribers, I finally started getting my comic started after being motivated by your videos

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that, thank you very much. Just happy to be helping.

@amiamarie2988 3 жыл бұрын

I think you need to go into acting, where you play all the characters. That scene was *chef’s kiss*

@walterostlie 3 жыл бұрын

I sorta act through my stories and art. I live in a small town, so not much acting out here. Maybe Steven Spielberg will get interested in webtoons and find me and then hire me. That would be dope. :-)

@warwolflover 4 жыл бұрын

I would love a video on writing and researching characters of a different culture to understand how to avoid stereotypes and try to show more the charm of the different culture😯💕

@zoeintjiezu5131 4 жыл бұрын

Long route: I've watched TV shows (with subtitles) made from countries I didn't know much about. It's crazy how much you can pick up that way. It's very visual - obviously. So you pick up certain gestures, common clothing styles as well as spoken details.

@mystikwill1265 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! This is really helpful. I'm not a native speaker of english. And I struggled with it. Thank you for the writing tips.

@onishireo5722 4 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! Day by day they inspire me to improve and sharpen these skills. Thanks for the upload!

@gura-san5329 4 жыл бұрын

Yes! Walter's here!! Your videos are REALLY Awsome! And your tips are SUPER helpful! But the thing is, English is not my first language , so it maybe difficult for me and for some other people like me to speak it "out loud" when writing dialogue......but thanks again!

@Cetialistic 4 жыл бұрын

Same! :'

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

I know it can be real hard. But speaking it out loud will help, watching movies in english will also help. But really the most helpful thing will be making some native English speakers for proof-reads.

@gura-san5329 4 жыл бұрын

Walter Ostlie, Yes! I thought the same way too! My best friend is a naitive English speaker, so I‘ll ask her out to be my proof-reader! Thanks again!

@alexandrazapatamultimedia 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Walter! Just wanna say thank you for making your videos so fun, engaging, and easy to grasp ☺ making comics has definitely been less daunting since I started watching your videos

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

I love hearing that. Thank you for watching and commenting.

@julianhernandez2328 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this video. I've written a novel in the past but have been concepting a graphic novel during Covid. Need to start the writing. Any videos you can recommend on how to decide which parts of a story you show with art and which you show with text? Thanks for your videos!

@ydnicwolver 4 жыл бұрын

Like always, great video . Very useful tips , thanks !

@685akuma 2 жыл бұрын

man after watching this I went back to read out loud my scripts and daaaamn its trash i had to re write the whole thing, thanks walter i really needed this

@franimationcentral7157 4 жыл бұрын

You know dude, watching these videos really does make doing a webcomic seem less overwhelming. :)

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

I love hearing that. Thank you!

@AnaDeboniLOL 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you soooo much for the tips! I want to start a comic, and when I found your channel, I felt enlighted ❤️❤️

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for that comment. Means a lot.

@kyanshi 2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe your actually recommending this...... HOW HAVE I BEEN DOING THIS RIGHT THE WHOLE TIME?!?!?!

@stargazer-1490 3 жыл бұрын

Walter you really are getting slept on, me being a writer..I appreciate the hard work you do for us who are struggling. Thank you for these videos💯🤞

@walterostlie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I really appreciate that comment.

@duchessart 4 жыл бұрын

All of your videos are so helpful and you are amazing at explaining things! I love your videos! Thank you!

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate that and thank you for watching.

@t3hfluff 2 жыл бұрын

I talk to myself all the time repeating the way a character would say a phrase or what expression they use. Its helpful

@jira4395 4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for doing this . me and my cousin are already on process doing our first webcomic . really big help with the videos. keep it up!🙌🙌😊💕

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Glad the videos are helping. Good luck with the comic. Let me know when you start posting.

@DragonFrootBunny 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, Walter!! I’m currently trying to script out my story, and trying to make the dialogue sound natural is something I’m struggling with. I appreciate all the little humor bits and thumbnails too. Have a nice day!

@DragonFrootBunny 4 жыл бұрын

Ps. If you’d like suggestions for a further video, I would appreciate if you could give some tips on how to properly use dialogue to foreshadow or set up your story if that makes sense. Thanks again :)

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks and good luck with all your work. I'll add that topic to the list.

@DragonFrootBunny 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie Yay! Thanks so much. Can't wait to see it :))

@wedotalkaboutwhatarmystand4796 4 жыл бұрын

🤔. I get it. Thanks! I never payed attention well to what i write by others POV. This is so helpfull.

@polarispien8072 4 жыл бұрын

Im putting out my webtoon and this is exactly what i needed, THANK YOU SO MUCH!

@jayaphurailatpam2480 4 жыл бұрын

Cool!! Id love to read it!! What's the name??

@polarispien8072 4 жыл бұрын

@@jayaphurailatpam2480 it'll be out by around july 11. Though, it has lgbtq+ themes, so it might not be for everyone, and i understand if it's not to your liking. It's "Warmth" by Poly Polar. Thank you for being interested!

@dkmbstudio 4 жыл бұрын

your sample dialogue reminded me of Blue Valentine lol. thanks for the tips!

@darrellpidgeon6440 3 жыл бұрын

Short and sweet. Great points! After I graduated in '73, I bought my first Thesaurus. Still have it. A valuable tool! But now, there is Google. LOL. There are ways to make characters sound intelligent without being grandiose. Of course there are exceptions, depending on the character. Your content is great! That is why I subscribed. I am a little bit closer to launching my own webtoon, but I still need to smooth out some rough edges. Step one: create a good story. That is where I am, at the moment. I think the rest will come naturally. That is me.

@walterostlie 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks! You sound like you got a good handle on your progression. Have fun bringing it to life. Let me know when you go live.

@nekodesu1273 4 жыл бұрын

great video as always :)

@QNiki 4 жыл бұрын

Just exactly what I needed

@yasaamoin4882 2 жыл бұрын

I do have a question about dialogues... how do I make sure the dialogues suit the character? Anything on how to study up on that would be a big help, Walter. Thank you for your informative and fun content.

@kubraaksak6103 4 жыл бұрын

This helped me a lot thanks :D

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, thanks for watching.

@Emmj91 4 жыл бұрын

YOU DID IT!!!

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

No, you did!

@kumiko853 4 жыл бұрын

I love that part when you were talking to yourself. I laughed hard at boring version 🤣🤣🤣

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Hah, thanks!

@NightWink129 3 жыл бұрын

Your thumbnail with the eyeballs on your hand reminded me of a childhood show I watched called Oobi. Man, that brings back memories!

@walterostlie 3 жыл бұрын

I've often wondered how many people noticed the eyeballs. Thanks for catching that detail. I hadn't heard of Oobi before, but I looked it up. I absolutely love that there's a tv show where they stuck eyeballs on top of a hand. More of that vibe needs to exist in the world.

@NightWink129 3 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie Yeah, it's too bad more educational children shows aren't really like it nowadays. I don't think they even air it anymore. I didn't think much of it when I was younger, but it was a fun show. It's so silly. XD

@isaiasxd4453 Жыл бұрын

bro awesome vid

@christiansangwa6828 7 ай бұрын

thanks alot.

@misstear1605 3 жыл бұрын

I'm creating a comic and it's really hard to make a dialoge in english cause it's either my first nor second language... I will try harder and like always, thank you very much Walter!!!

@walterostlie 3 жыл бұрын

I totally understand, but you are doing the right thing. Do what you can and you'll always get better and more comfortable with the language. Watching American movies or reading American comics will help, try repeating the lines out loud so your brain get's used to saying it, not just understanding it.

@nihil45 4 жыл бұрын

Walter, I was wondering your thoughts about being a Webcomic artist, whether or not it's a viable job option. I noticed you have a strong IT background despite being one.

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

I did IT work for a long time. I saved up a little nest egg of money by never buying anything and did comics on the side. Till eventually I had enough money saved and I was making enough money from art/comics to quit my job. I have a video detailing the entire journey, Path to Freelance I think.

@petramatkovic4122 4 жыл бұрын

If it would be possible for you to make a video about planning a panel or an scene in a panel? I always struggle with that.. It's like a blank page for me.

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

That's a good topic for a video, thanks.

@petramatkovic4122 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie you're welcome. Yay

@pritokoi5813 4 жыл бұрын

it took me more time writing my dialogue, first i write it in my own languange then translate it, then i ask help to my online friends who's more comfortably talking in english, its help me a lot and I also i learned things XD.

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

It's super smart asking for help. I need to do it more often myself.

@shojodraws3399 3 жыл бұрын

With dialogue, it's always important to consider your character. A very formal character is prolly gonna be formal in their speaking too. A laid back character would prolly slurr words and such. It's not enough to just write normal sounding dialogue, your dialogue must also sound normal to the person you have crafted.

@nicaruu 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah I actually say my dialouges outloud, even the shouting, to the point I get embarrassed. I just laugh at myself and say "Ah what am I doing?" ;w; This video will help me in the near future.

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Hah, love that. We should forget about comics and just become actors.

@antagonist586 4 жыл бұрын

you should start acting you nailed the cheating scene

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Hah, maybe in another life. Thank you!

@overlordsea1067 4 жыл бұрын

I got editor on my comic for this stuff and she really did a good job but still really need for someon to read on multiple people i know xD. Anyway i like to ask , if some creator on webtoon that they put 18+ will they still get a ad to there webtoon?

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Should be fine.

@LetsChat 3 жыл бұрын

good shit

@walterostlie 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@anarkyster 4 жыл бұрын

The way, you two are bickering, something tells me there's going to be a second channel soon.

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Hah! Perfect.

@insanelysaneguy 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Walter, can you give some fresh tips on how to write a comedy or gag comic

@zoeintjiezu5131 4 жыл бұрын

That sounds hard😅

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, hard to teach funny ;-) But I'll think on it

@ArtTriad 4 жыл бұрын

I think dialogue without subtext is lacking?

@Emmj91 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed! I just tried using subtext and inner thought in my book and the flow of it is nice to read.

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Sometimes it's fun to just be silly though.

@jayaphurailatpam2480 4 жыл бұрын

Hey mr walter!! Me again (sorry if im annoying you with all these questions) But i just found a webtoon comic that has the same name title as mine's going to be. So do i have to change my comic's title?? (Honestly i really don't want to) Btw ur videos are always helpful so thank you!!!!

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

You don't have to change it. Just work harder to make your comic the better one ;-) Bummer though. But not a crazy huge deal. Unless that comic is already crazy popular.

@jayaphurailatpam2480 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie oh thanks again!!! I was worried like crazy!! Don't know why but i just searched it up n 1 result came... But that's ok cause I'll work really hard for my story n i have full confidence in it!!

@tartagliasjigglydworshipper 4 жыл бұрын

I too roleplay as my characters lol my parents think that I have some identity disorder. can't blame them tho

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Just tell them you're making comics.... That could make them more upset ;-)

@CryogenicGamer 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Walt do you know where to meet other artist if you want to do a collaboration?

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

penciljack.com forums, comic collaborators on reddit. Illustrati discord. discord.gg/FufAeG3

@novarysart6715 3 жыл бұрын

Can you do something with writing kids as characters? Like around elementary school? Obviously I can’t always relate to children and I can’t always speak with them and especially now I have no idea what little kids really talk like these days cause they seem to be changing constantly. Either way it would help

@walterostlie 3 жыл бұрын

Do you mean how to write a non-adult convincingly or do you mean trying to keep up with the latest slang/abbreviation, so that your characters sound hip? Also do you mean like 5 year olds or we talking 13-18?

@naveensankar8903 Жыл бұрын

Bro , how to convert the language in a dialog box .pls reply🙏

@walterostlie Жыл бұрын

Convert it? You should be able to type in whatever language you want. If the language uses different symbols, you'll need to find a font that supports those symbols. If you just want to translate, you can prolly just use google translate.

@wizardofarts1276 4 жыл бұрын

Do you have any tips on writing dialogue for characters who have speech impediments? If you'd recommend research or just not try to do so at all?

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

I think it would depend on how important it is to the story and the type of impediment specifically. I think I would say try out a few examples and let some other people read them to see if it is either offensive or hard to understand. Unless you want it to be hard to understand to sell the point of the impediment.

@wizardofarts1276 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie oh thank you! When it came to dialogue I hadn't thought about letting others read it.

@licio5823 4 жыл бұрын

Hi ^^. Over what period does the Webtoon contract last if I were to become featured?

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

It's usually by episode, anywhere from 30-60 episodes. So a 6 months to a year basically.

@licio5823 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie Wow ^^. Thank you so much... So basically if I have like 300 episodes I can only get contracted for the mentioned number of episodes but WT gets to have the digital rights for +/- 3 years?

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

@@licio5823 Ah. You mean if you get converted from canvas to original? That I am not sure. You may only be contracted for new episodes and not the old episodes. They may then only have exclusivity to the new episodes. But that could be weird. They may end up paying you for the old episodes, but maybe at a reduced rate? I am big time just guessing, I'm only familiar with straight to original, not the conversion from canvas to original. That's a really good question though. I'll see if I can find out or if you find out, let me know.

@licio5823 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie 😊 thank you so much for all the info you provide. It has helped me a lot. Love all your videos and LOVE Haxor. 😻

@kaitouboy6808 4 жыл бұрын

hello can i ask u a question does it matter which country u are from to publish webtoon

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

It doesn't really matter for posting. If you want to eventually get paid all your need is access to Patreon or PayPal.

@kaitouboy6808 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie oh thanks a lot

@lauraostler4540 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh! who else loves the thumbnail?

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Hah, thanks!

@animepabu5526 4 жыл бұрын

My mom is my grammar editor lol 😹

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

That's perfect. Free labour... Unless she's charging you. That would be epic.

@animepabu5526 4 жыл бұрын

Walter Ostlie all free lol she’s excited that I’m making a comic so she’s perfectly fine with grammar editing :)

@arteva309 4 жыл бұрын

Are you currently working on any Comic?

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Yep. Will be a new webtoon. Hopefully it will launch in October. Wish me luck.

@arteva309 4 жыл бұрын

Walter Ostlie Best Wishes for your upcoming Webtoon!💜

@TribalAlmighty 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Walter I made a webtoon. Can you check in out it’s called “Why am I here?”

@hugom2668 4 жыл бұрын

LOS COMENTARIOS SUMAN, AQUI VA EL MIO.. VER UN VIDEO TUYO ME IMPULSA A TRABAJAR..( LO CUAL NO ES MI FUERTE) JAJA

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Gracias. No puedo esperar para leer tus cómics.

@GinoDiCaprio Жыл бұрын

Thanks, that is why I did not like Jim Lee's writing, it was "TOO" long and prefer John Byrne's simple writing.

@WickedJuti 4 жыл бұрын

Interesting tips as always. Definitely making me think more about my dialogues. I wrote under your previous video that I finished my webtoon entry, you said you wanted to see it so: www.webtoons.com/en/challenge/morbus-b/part-5-end/viewer?title_no=435659&episode_no=6 Would love to hear your thoughts on the overall story and whatnot. Thank you!

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

That was really good! Well done! Just one little thing. Dialogue at the end "Back then you also said..." there is a balloon tail pointed at the main character, I think it's supposed to be a tailless balloon. Otherwise, top notch work! Looking forward to more from you.

@WickedJuti 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie Oh yes, I noticed it few hours after posting, but can't edit it as it's a contest entry.. I'm sooo upset xD Thank you so much! Your interest in feedback really gave me a boost of confidence to see it till the end :D

@walterostlie 4 жыл бұрын

Totally fits. Makes you wonder if it was him fooling himself or if he's going crazy because it really is true or if he's been infected. Lots of possibilities, lots of brain activity triggered.

@WickedJuti 4 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie Yesss! That's exactly what I was aiming for! 😄 thank you so much!! 🥰🥰💕

@novarysart6715 3 жыл бұрын

@walterostlie 3 жыл бұрын

@novarysart6715 3 жыл бұрын

@@walterostlie someone around 5-10 years old. I’m trying to figure out how to make his dialogue sound simple but also finding a way to make it sound real, like “yeah, this is what a little kid would say”. I also know it probably depends on the kid’s personality, but overall I want to be able to write engaging dialogue while still making him sound little and innocent. I have no problem with teens though...I mean, I am one.

@walterostlie 3 жыл бұрын

Hmm, I'll think about it. Usually I default towards making people just sound like people unless you have a super strong confidence in getting a certain type of "character" across. But I'd say for young kids, they tend to understand things more literally and use solutions that drive straight through problems. There's less intricacies to their words and thoughts.