21 June 2010

a picture prompt

Sometimes when you're stuck for ideas, looking at a picture helps! Stories that are inspired by pictures are called Picture Prompt stories. A picture prompt could be a photograph, drawing or a painting. Here's a photograph to get you started on a picture prompt story.


Have a look at the picture and imagine the story behind the picture. Take as long as you need; if you want a challenge, give yourself 10 minutes and then start writing!

*Don't forget the 5 Ws (who, what, where, when, why)!