This is one of those "stalling before writing" posts, but the thought came to me a few days ago. I was writing late afternoon outside, on our back deck. Sun was beating down, about 65 F, but then things changed - fast. The wind kicked up, clouds rushed in and the temp dropped by at least 10 degrees. I was cold and about to pack it in, but...
I just happen to be working on a scene set at night in the desert. My characters were cold, struggling to stay warm. It didn't occur to me until afterwards, but I think my cold physical state actually helped me create the same climate and mood in my story.
I've heard of writers travelling to places that at least mimic the location of their story, but I'm curious if anyone has intentionally sought out a specific "writing climate" to help create a more authentic feel to their setting, their character's physical state?
Now all I need to do is include a few more tropical island scenes in my script.
I just happen to be working on a scene set at night in the desert. My characters were cold, struggling to stay warm. It didn't occur to me until afterwards, but I think my cold physical state actually helped me create the same climate and mood in my story.
I've heard of writers travelling to places that at least mimic the location of their story, but I'm curious if anyone has intentionally sought out a specific "writing climate" to help create a more authentic feel to their setting, their character's physical state?
Now all I need to do is include a few more tropical island scenes in my script.
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