You have heard the old saying that every great film starts with an amazing script. Well for many film makers, the next step is finding a badass storyboard artist. These talented men and women are responsible for designing so many of the action sequences and set pieces from the films we love. So when it's time for you approach one, how do you collaborate? Do you just dump your ideas on them or do you let them interpret the scene first? Host Mike Pecci wanted answers so he reached out to arguably the best storyboard artist in the business. Today we chat with Doug Lefler who is credited as a writer, illustration, director and storyboard artist. He has designed sequences for Steven Spielberg, Sam Rami, John Woo and too many more to list.

When you look at an image, do you ever think that it's about to spring to life? A bird in flight; its feathers rustling in the breeze? A horse flexing its muscles as it gallops across the plain? A monkey's fur vibrating as it shivers? Richey Beckett's attention to detail helps him tell the story of these snapshots he creates that breathe energy and movement. Creating beautiful artwork for bands like Mastodon, Killswitch Engage, and Metallica as well as stunning tapestries, prints, and more; Richey's insight into creating striking imagery shows his mastery of the craft. Host Mike Pecci discusses Richey's inspiration, his experience working with incredible clients, and how his attention to detail helps him tell stories through artwork.

If you've ever designed a sequence for an action film, you know that you usually start with story boarding key frames. These frames show key moments and how you would visually represent the action. Is it a wide shot of the city block? A closeup of the protagonist's face in the rain? A shield? Comic book artist Ron Garney takes all of this into account as he breathes life into incredible heroes like the Justice League, Daredevil, The Amazing Spider-Man, and Captain America. Host Mike Pecci and Ron break down Ron's process of allowing readers to connect with characters like The Juggernaut and what it was like to create t comic book BRZRKR with Keanu Reeves.