How To Draw: Storytelling -

A slumped shoulder vs. a puffed chest tells us the character’s internal state.

The background should never be "just a room." Use the surroundings to tell us about the character’s life without using a single word. How to Draw: Storytelling

High contrast (harsh shadows) creates drama, mystery, or danger (Noir style). Low contrast creates a sense of peace or fog. A slumped shoulder vs

Use triangles for "sharp/dangerous" characters and circles for "soft/approachable" characters. a stack of unpaid bills

The main character or action (highest contrast/detail).

Add coffee stains on a desk, a stack of unpaid bills, or a worn-out rug.