Storytelling
Visual Notes
About: Based on research from Summer 2021, these notes represent the organizational structure of the South Philadelphia Shtiebel, and tell the story of how community members can access and experience the Shtiebel through its various branches.
Background: For more details, visit www.southphiladelphiashtiebel.org.
Created March 2022
Comics
About: These personal reflections explore sources related to the Exodus story through the medium of comics. In the spirit of asking questions on Passover, this piece ends with an unanswered question for further thought. Includes a script for screen reader accessibility (https://tinyurl.com/OnLeavingEgyptScript). Similar projects can also be found on my Instagram feed (@stpkls).
Background: An ongoing interest in graphic novel memoirs informed the creation of this visual “Dvar Torah” — a particular mode of discourse in Jewish communal life in which community members share analysis and reflections related to Jewish texts and/or holidays.
Created February 2021
Storyboards
About: This storyboard sample tells the tale of a young traveler who works up the courage to jump into the Mousehole Harbor in Cornwall, England, UK. Special emphasis on place, pacing, and character development through intentional dramatic shots.
Background: Events loosely based on life experiences.
Created February 2022