Topic: This is my storyboard - I hope it helps just one person
I know as hbbyists we like to cut corners and I thought I didn't like storyboarding. I knew I needed one for my new projects so I did one - here it is:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/vhj9t8nijlfiu M.avi?dl=0
(no audio)
It is obviously quick and dirty and done in one afternoon using paintbrush + a storyboard program (that's how I get the sweet zoom).
To be honest, I found the process liberating and even fun. I now know exactly how many sets I need. I know roughly how long the flick will be (~1:45) and I can speed my animation by shooting all the same set together rather than in sequence as per the script.
A storyboard is a priceless document. I suggest you do one, no matter how crude - no matter your toolset. They're awesome and not that difficult to do.
DISCLAIMER: ALL DIRECTORS NOTES, DIALOGUE AND SET DESCRIPTIONS HAVE BEEN INTENTIONALLY REMOVED TO PREVENT SPOILERS OR STORYLINE GIVE-AWAYS.