Character Design Fundamentals Part 1: Shape Language and Basic Construction

In this first class in my series you will learnbasic constructionandshape language. The principles in this class are the most foundational and important principles that you need to get you started on your journey as a character designer. You will learn the psychology behind character design and how to use it to your greatest advantage in designing compelling characters.
What we'll be covering:
How images affect thehuman brainHow to speakshape languageMotifsand how to achieveharmonyThe principle ofBig, Medium and SmallHow to use theladder exerciseto addvarietyin your designWhatBaby Face BiasmeansHow to useareas of rest
I will then do a demonstration of designing a hero and villain combination to show you how I use all of these principles.
Your assignmentis to design aprotagonist and antagonist(a hero and a villain) in a static pose. Don't worry too much about keeping your drawings tight and finished- in the next classes in my fundamentals series we will be improving on these designs with a few more fundamentals and expressive poses and gestures, and then finally polish them off with linework and color.
Share your preliminary designs in the Discussion tab if you want feedback and/or critique!
Please share your character designs, basic shapes draw-over and ladder exercise in the project gallery.
I can't wait to see what you accomplish in this class! Don't forget to tag me @emmagilletteart on Instagram or Twitter if you end up sharing your work there.
If you have any questions or feedback, please don't be afraid to reach out in the Discussions tab. I can't wait to see your projects!


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