INTRO to CHARACTER DESIGN
Formally named "Character Concept Design"
Skill Level: Intermediate | Instructor: Diana Cearley | Duration: 8 lessons (avg. 1.25 hours each)
CREATE ENGAGING CHARACTERS FOR YOURSELF, GAMES, OR FILMS
Step into the role of a character concept designer where you’ll be presented two different fictional game projects and character outlines to choose between. Progress the concept each lesson following a professional process with thorough guidance through example images, demonstrations, and annotated PDFs for quick reference.
This class is streamlined to teach you how to design full-body human character concepts for games and film. You'll be taken through the full workflow from sketching and gathering references to finishing the image and layout presentation.
The instruction will also touch on anatomy, fabric and folds, and more!
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Approach the subject with clear directions, not vague theory
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Build skills to create characters for games and film
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Learn industry-standard workflow for character concepts
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Effectively use references to improve your characters
This class is available for self-study (no instructor feedback) and with instructor feedback. Both versions use the same recorded lessons and class files. Instructor will be demonstrating in Adobe Photoshop, and all class files are in Photoshop compatible formats. Upon registering and creating a profile, lesson videos will be watchable on the site under My Courses after logging in.
Instructor feedback on your homework may be available at a premium rate during the seasonal classes. Spaces will be limited for feedback.
STUDENT GALLERY
Student work created in this class:
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PREPARATION
Time: Based on student feedback, this class requires an average of 10-15hrs to accomplish each lesson's assignments to a satisfactory level.
Subjects: The homework assignments are subject to change from term to term in order to keep things fresh and interesting. You may not practice the exact same exercises you see in the student gallery.
Setup: Students will need HD video streaming speed internet, Adobe Photoshop (or similar digital painting program), and a drawing pad and stylus (like Wacom or Gaomon). A microphone and webcam are also recommended if students plan on joining the Zoom lessons live for the feedback version.
PRICE & OPTIONS
This class is available for self-study (no instructor feedback) and seasonally with instructor feedback. Both versions use the same recorded lessons and class files. Instructors will be demonstrating in Adobe Photoshop, and all class files are in Photoshop compatible formats. Upon registering and creating a profile, lesson videos will be watchable on the site under My Courses after logging in.
BONUS ($50 Value)
All students that register for this course (self-study or with feedback) gain access to the Custom Career & Portfolio Strategy Kit.