Behind the Google Chrome comic

The New York Times discusses Google's decision to use a comic to illustrate the thinking and concept behind the new Chrome browser, including an interview with Scott McCloud, the creator of the comic. A notable quote:

“I don’t think the potential for comics in nonfiction has been exploited nearly as much as it could be,” [McCloud] said. And what they can teach people should not be underestimated. “When you’re on an airplane and your life depends on it,” Mr. McCloud said, “comics are going to tell you how to open an emergency exit.”

(Photo: a page from the Google Chrome comic)

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The Chrome Comic book
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communication, comics, visual

The Chrome Comic Book

OK, so everyone is writing about Chrome, the new Google browser. But the most innovative thing about it so far is the comic book used to explain its objectives and design.

Comic books are great communicators. They provide a very flexible palette for explaining things (as Google did) or telling stories. If you're interested in creating comic books for business use, you should check out these resources:

"Understanding Comics" by Scott McCloud--the best reference on what a comic is and how it works.

Bitstrips.com - a very cool place to make your own comics if, like most of us, you can't draw.



Josh Neufeld's A.D. - an epic retelling of the story of Hurricane Katrina, in comic-book form.

(Hat tip to Patrick Byers at Responsible Marketing)

UPDATE 9/3/08: Just learned that Scott McCloud (discussed in this post) actually drew the Google Chrome comic. I thought the drawings looked familiar!


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Josh Neufeld's story from The Mistake Bank
About "Understanding Comics"


Tags:
communication, comics, visual