A story can be conveyed in different forms.
Text – a simple and accessible format that allows you to describe important details in depth and create a complete picture in the reader’s mind. Text is easy to share, it can be used on various digital platforms, and it can also be printed and kept on paper. Text works well for recording memories and documenting events.
Photo stories – each of us certainly has many photos through which hundreds of different stories can be told! You can create a photo story of your family, a photo timeline of important life events, and much more. Photos can strongly convey emotions and transport us to different times and places. In addition, they are convenient to share on social media!
Video stories – create a more vivid, almost kaleidoscopic picture of the events you are telling about. You can record videos (memories, dreams, opinions, etc.) of your relatives, friends, or yourself. You can also go live in your video blog and talk to people from all over the world!
Audio (podcasts) – allow people to listen to your stories anywhere, even while walking down the street or cooking in the kitchen. This format is especially suitable for those who, for some reason, feel shy or uncomfortable in front of a video camera.
The above are basic formats, but there are others too! Infographics, interactive long-reads, comics – all of these can also be used to tell your stories wonderfully.
Remember: the format influences how a story will be perceived and what effect it will have. So choose your format carefully!
