Introduction to Design of Characters for Animation and Video Games
A course by Jean Fraisse , Concept Artist and Art Director

Learn a simple approach to drawing memorable characters

In the world of animation and video games anything is possible, and illustrator, graphic designer, and concept artist Jean Fraisse has demonstrated that by creating breathtaking worlds in his course Concept Art: Introduction to Set Design. This time around, he takes things one step further and shows you how to populate those worlds with likeable characters.

In this course, learn how to design original characters for animation and video games using a simple technique centered around basic geometric shapes.

What is this course's project?

Create a lineup of likeable characters with lots of personality and a coherent design.

Who is this online course for?

Anyone interested in creating memorable characters as well as illustrators who want to improve their drawing technique, regardless of their skill level.

Requirements and materials

Basic drawing skills are needed for this course.

As for materials, all you need is a computer with Photoshop and a graphics tablet or mouse.

Course summary
  • Session Start 05-10+2024
  • Location Online
  • Duration 5h 15m

U1: Hello!

  • Presentation

  • Influences

  • Create characters without knowing how to draw

U2: Anatomy for all

  • Proportions and basic forms

  • The muscle and bone groups: The head

  • The muscle and bone groups: The torso (Part I)

  • The muscle and bone groups: The torso (Part II)

  • The muscle and bone groups: The hip and legs

  • The muscle and bone groups: The arms

  • The muscle and bone groups: Feet and hands (Part I)

  • The muscle and bone groups: Feet and hands (Part II)

U3: Movement and forms

  • Designing character shapes

  • The language of forms

  • Action, lines and angles

  • Facial expressions

  • Designing the character

U4: Character design for animation and videogames

  • Design for animation

  • Design for videogames

  • The line up or how to maintain a style

Final project

  • Introduction to character design for animation and videogames

Regular Price

AED370

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  • 19 lessons (5h 15m)
  • 19 additional resources (9 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Audio: Spanish, English, Turkish
  • Spanish, English, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever
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