Delia Bueno
Two Worlds, One Me
Process Book
Abstract: Two Worlds, One Me is a 40-page graphic novel that explores the topic of cultural identity in second-generation youth. The graphic novel follows the journey of a young boy, named Mateo, who struggles to balance the clashing values of his family’s culture in Mexico, against his American culture in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The project is geared toward second-generation children, ages 10 to 13, to embrace their multicultural roots. Inspiration for the story comes from my own experience as a Mexican-American trying to navigate two strong cultures and only having a handful of books, shows, and articles to guide me through t his confusing part of my life. To promote the graphic novel and further immerse the audience in this experience, I have created bookmarks, sticker sheets, posters, backpacks, a lunchbox, and other school supplies using visual styles depicted in the graphic novel. An accompanying storyboard of the graphic novel pages shows a quick overview of the book.
Check out Delia’s website: deliabueno.myportfolio.comGraphic Novel
Two Worlds, One Me is a hardcover, 5.5 x 8.5-inch graphic novel that explores Mateo’s journey on what it means to be Mexican-American.
Project Elements
Graphic Novel Storyboard
A 33 x 20-inch storyboard both illustrates specific narrative moments and captures a broader range of character emotions through the flow of warm and cool-toned colors within each page. Key iconography introduces each chapter and illustrates the journey of the main character, Mateo. Additionally, the three icons on the left establish narrative themes within each chapter. Chapter one corresponds with travel, chapter two navigates issues in school, and chapter three focuses on family connections.
Posters
Three 24 x 36-inch posters encourage and promote multicultural identity. Each of the three posters takes place in the setting of a chapter while touching on identity, as found within language, food, and ethnic appearance.
Bookmarks
Three 2 x 6-inch bookmarks have a front and back design and serve as a learning opportunity centered around language, food, and ethnic appearance. Like the main character, Mateo, the viewer learns about other cultures and can keep this information tucked in-between the pages of a current book they’re reading.
Sticker Sheets
Three 6 x 4-inch sticker sheets illustrate a positive message based on the themes of each chapter. One set of stickers promote encouraging words for the viewer, and another provides the name of illustrated objects and foods in a culture. The third set includes diverse appearances and hairstyles.
Post-It Notes
Speech-bubble shaped Post-It Notes enforce a graphic novel-like element.
Character Pens
Two pens designs featuring branding from the graphic novel. The set above features the characters from the graphic novel.
Logo Pens
Two pens designs featuring branding from the graphic novel. The set above features the logo.
Elastic Bag
An elastic bag allows for an easy way for children to carry their books, belongings, and lunch.
Lunch Box
A lunchbox encourages children to embrace the foods they eat at school.
Water Bottle
A matching set of metallic water bottles complement the lunchbox and bags.