The second episode of any new show can be tough. You have about a week to top the well-crafted and polished pilot episode that was written over six months.
The paintings may communicate even better because people are lazy and they can look at a painting with less effort than they can read a poem.
Storytelling is an ancient and honorable act. An essential role to play in the community or tribe. It's one that I embrace wholeheartedly and have been fortunate enough to be rewarded for.