We welcome to the Internet a wonderful new collaboration between artist and flash animator Connie Toebe and author Lisa Stock in Through the Cobweb Forest. This project is a myth and Victorian-inspired romantic drama, told in the journal letters of a woman named Helena as she searches through a mysterious, fantastical forest in search of her husband, and, ultimately, her own independence. The narrative unfolds in a combination of interactive flash animation, audio clips, text and evocative collages.
Here is a brief synopsis of the story to whet your appetite:
"Helena lives in a world indicative of the Victorian era with a surrealist twist. On a ship bound for a new home in a new land, the monotony of the trip, and her life, begin to wear on her. When the ship docks at an uncharted port for repairs she takes the opportunity to venture ashore, only to be mistakenly left behind. Now Helena must find her way to a port on the other side of the mountain to board another ship home -- with the only route begin Through the Cobweb Forest. On her way, she is drawn deeper intho the landscape by the siren song of mysterious chimes, the clues given to her by a prince, and the love of another man..."
The first installment is currently live, and there will be new journal entries on Helena's journey posted every four to six weeks. In between journal entries, you can visit the discussion forum to discuss the creative aspects of the project with Connie and Lisa. And while you're at it, consider supporting the project by getting an awesome Through the Cobeweb Forest t-shirt.
