Adapting the Greats Assessment
Step 1: Select and read one of the following short stories. Each may be found online. Contact your instructor if you need assistance locating the story.
· "Cranes" by Hwang Sun-won
· "Initiation" by Sylvia Plath
· "The Interlopers" by Saki
Step 2: Create an adaptation of the short story you read. For your adaption, you may
· write a short story of at least 350 words
· write a poem of at least 10 lines
· create a piece of digital or hand-created art
Title of Short Story
My Adaptation
Title of Short Story: "Cranes" by Hwang Sun-won
My Adaptation: Digital Art
(Insert digital art image here)
Description of Adaptation:
For my adaptation of the short story "Cranes," I have created a digital art piece that captures the essence of the story. The artwork showcases the two main characters, Tokchae and Songsam, with a crane in the background symbolizing the theme of friendship and reconciliation.
The colors used in the artwork are muted and earthy tones, reflecting the somber mood of the story. The image of the crane is represented in a soft and ethereal manner, highlighting the beauty and grace associated with the crane.
In the foreground, Tokchae and Songsam are depicted facing each other, their expressions filled with uncertainty and tension. This represents the initial conflict between them, as they had been on opposing sides during the Korean War.
However, their closeness to each other indicates the underlying bond they share as childhood friends. The presence of the crane signifies the hope for forgiveness and reconciliation between them.
Through this digital art piece, I aim to visually represent the emotional journey undertaken by the two characters. The art serves as a reflection of the themes of friendship, forgiveness, and the impacts of war explored in Hwang Sun-won's "Cranes."