Week 6 - Web Comic

The triple jump is a dynamic track and field event that combines speed, strength, and technique in three distinct phases: the hop, step, and jump. This visual guide breaks down each phase to showcase the mechanics behind a successful jump. The illustrations in this comic were created using AI-generated imagery, ensuring a clear and consistent visual style to effectively demonstrate the movement and form required for this event.

Main Prompt: A series of dynamic sports illustrations showing an athlete performing the triple jump with a clean, consistent visual. The athlete is a male with light skin and wavy brown hair.  style. The sequence starts with the athlete preparing on a professional track, then moves through the three phases: first, the hop, where they push off one foot; next, the step, transitioning onto the opposite foot while maintaining balance; and finally, the jump, where they propel forward, extending their legs before landing in the sandpit. The background remains consistent with a stadium setting, and subtle motion effects highlight movement and technique.

Panel 1 image prompt: digital color comicbook style, modern american comic, detailed drawing, Athlete (male, light skin, wavy brown hair, 22 years old) stands on starting blocks, wearing a V-neck t-shirt in red and black, black shorts, red and black adidas sneakers. The track is a professional one, with a stadium bleacher background. The sun provides moderate lighting, casting shadows behind the athlete. Subtle motion lines indicate the energy being built up.

Panel 2 Image prompt: digital color comicbook style, modern american comic, detailed drawing, Athlete pushes off the first foot with authority, landing lightly and balancing on the opposite foot. He keeps his arms close to his body and bends at the waist. There is a mild wind effect simulating a soft breeze in the athlete's hair and clothes. Subtle motion lines indicate the transition between the first and second positions.

Panel 3 Image prompt: digital color comicbook style, modern american comic, detailed drawing, Athlete (male, light skin, wavy brown hair, 22 years old) steps forward with his other foot, keeping his body weight balanced and centered over both feet. His arms muscles are tight, poised to extend. The motion lines now curve with a slight bend, summarizing the forward movement. Lighter shadows now form on the left side of his body, indicating a shift of light source. The wind effect now mainly acts on the right side because of the athlete's trajectory.

Panel 4 Image prompt: digital color comicbook style, modern american comic, detailed drawing, Athlete leaps high into the air, extending his legs and lifting his torso upwards. The motion lines now disappear, replaced with lighter ones representing his speed and grace. The shadow takes a new shape, lengthening behind him. The wind effect now disappears; the athlete's body drives the air away. A new sound effect appears, illustrating the soft thud of sand hitting the athlete's feet as he lands.