I think we’ve already established how much we love this myth; with that said, it's time to take you on another behind the scenes tour. :-)
By the time we had started working on our version of the myth, we’ve had already done quite a lot of reading on all topics that related to the myth one way or another.
The thing is, that despite doing so, we had yet to fully understand some of our characters; one if particular actually: Psyche.
Even after editing the first draft and changing pretty much everything, we were still unable to relate to her; for two women, relating to the female protagonist, should be easy, not frustrating.
That got us thinking; if we were unable to relate to her, how were we supposed to do her justice when writing and depicting her? And most importantly, how were we supposed to make people see her as the great character she really is?
So naturally, we read some more; and talked a whole lot more. And then edited some parts again and rewrote her in a way that would (hopefully) make 21st century people relate to her; or understand her reasoning in the very least.
We didn’t change who Psyche is as a character; we liked her in the first place, so there was need for that. Her essence is still the same; we’ve only made certain that everybody would perceive her as the strong woman she is.
The point I am trying to make?
If you can’t relate to your character, no one else will.
Make sure you understand them –really understand them, and then let them find their own voice. If said voice is strong and articulate, they’ll write themselves in no time.
Oh, and be prepared to listen to them talking in your head 24/7; a bit annoying sometimes, but you get used to it! :-p
PS I know, another sad entry without any pictures...sorry about that!
Very interesting article, causing some queries....
ReplyDeleteWhich part of Psyche's character was "difficultult" to you to understand, thus unable to relate her????
I am curious,...!
:-)
Anna
I'm really glad you find it interesting :)
DeleteWell, Psyche's original depiction is that of a woman in ancient Greece. A lot has changed since then though and a woman's life is not entirely dependent on her husband as it was back then.
Our depiction of her is that of a modern woman who knows what she wants and fights for it
Well Myrto, with all that noise in your head I hope you're listening to all of us as well :P
ReplyDeleteYou do know that with every post you make, every breath your characters take, we are watching :P
You excite our imagination! We cannot wait to read the story and see your characters in action, unfolding themselves!
Till next time!
Well here's the trick; I am only half-listening, so I hope I haven't missed out on anything important! :-p
ReplyDeleteAnd I am very glad we've managed to excite your imagination; and also slightly terrified about whether we'll manage to live up to the expectations or not.