When it comes down to story-telling, Tom Van Outryve has a very pronounced body language, with fast changing facial expressions. It is his passion for stories that tempts us all, seduce us and secretly takes us to imaginative environments, in exciting situations.
Sketch book of a storyteller is a pooling studies and drawings around story- teller Tom Van Outryve.
For two years, I've followed my friend on his performances, where I made live quick sketches of his expressions. In between I also took photos, so I could pursuits at home.
BODY LANGUAGE AND FACE EXPRESSIONS.
For this project I mostly limited myself to quick sketching. Just because it's the most direct form of drawing that perfectly reflects the volatility of words and changing face expressions. Which makes 'Sketchbook of a narrator ' nothing more then volatile notes (with a detailed drawing now and then). Or registrations of sharp observations, experiences in the moment and thoughts that run free.
THE STORY WITHOUT STORY LINE.
What we get to see eventually is a playful take on the ancient tradition of story telling, anno 2016. In the translation - from loose sketches to sketchbook- I tried to tell a story in mere images, without words. Where any minimal story line is missing, no message ... without punch line or pointe.
FROM FREE PROJECT TO CONCRETE PRODUCT.
There was never a preconceived purpose. The idea all started from a personal interest and eventually grew organic into a concrete product:
Sketch bundle with DVD + business card.
At the presentation of the bundle I showed a small selection of drawings in a mini exhibition. We also had a performance where I draw live on big scales, while Tom was telling stories and live musicians played the right atmosphere.
This performance is recorded and burned on dvd.
This project was a fantastic adventure and beautiful experience. And I always look back at it with pleasure and pride.
Thank you for your time and interest!
Sincerly yours,
romaan-namoor
