Class: A project-based course on narrative character design and world building. We’ll dive into the character creation process from thumbnail to final concept sheet with a focus on developing a character’s storytelling and finding their individuality through design. Learn to fully develop a character concept with research, iteration, and in-depth exploration to expand your professional portfolio.

• Expectations from a professional in the concept art industry

• The character design process and how to design from start to finish

• Considerations for successful thumbnailing, ideation, and development

• Exploration into what makes a character design compelling

• Considerations for narrative storytelling through visual design and set dressing

Material List: Paper and Pencil/Pen. Laptop optional. For homework Photoshop and tablet

Time/Day: Saturday 3-6pm PDT

First Class: October 12th

Last Class: December 7th

Holiday: November 30th Thanksgiving Week

Class Location: Online class using Zoom meeting, All classes are recorded and available for download