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Character Design Essentials

by 3dtotal Publishing

A collection of character-design tutorials

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A collection of character-design tutorials

Compiled from the first thirty issues of Character Design Quarterly, this volume gathers practical instruction on creating a range of characters. Its tutorial-led format brings together approaches from illustrators and character artists, with professional perspectives that include accounts of work connected to major animation studios. The emphasis is on character illustration and design techniques, making the book a resource centered on both visual practice and artists’ working experiences.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Beginners developing character-illustration skills
  • Experienced artists interested in additional character-design techniques
  • Readers curious about professional character artists’ work in animation

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Character illustrationCharacter design techniquesProfessional art practiceAnimation studios

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Book overview

Character Design Essentials brings together the best tutorials from the first thirty issues of Character Design Quarterly, a lively, creative magazine filled with inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character-art enthusiasts worldwide. Each issue provides detailed tutorials on creating diverse characters, and readers can discover from the artists what it is like to work for prolific animation studios such as Disney, DreamWorks, and Warner Brothers. Perfect for beginners to character illustration, and for experienced artists seeking to learn new tips and techniques from fellow industry professionals, Character Design Essentials is loaded with everything needed to support your character-design journey.
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