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Intro
Class Intro
Concept Artist, DOKSA
Incorporate this step-by-step curriculum from silhouettes to advanced character design into your artwork.
Become a Professional in Just over a Year
With Top Instructor DOKSA’s Character Design Expertise!
If you are still looking for books on basic concept art techniques and theory, look no more!
This class will help you strengthen your foundation quickly and enjoyably. Concept artist DOKSA — whose classes are in such high demand that the waitlist is endless — has finally launched a Coloso class to help character design beginners!
With a systematic learning process and extensive class materials, get ready to grow exponentially in your observational and drawing skills. The class consists of comprehensive tutorials on key theory and relevant exercises, from creating various thumbnails to producing complete concept art based on worldviews! Discover the fundamentals of character design with renowned instructor DOKSA!
Class Perks
Get These Coloso Exclusives
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Over 32 Hours of Quality ContentA Beginner’s Guide to Character Design With Unlimited Access to 50 Chapters -
Benefit from 154 Extensive Class MaterialsIncludes DOKSA’s Brush Sets, High-Quality Tutorials, and Original PSD Files for Exercises -
From Concept Development and Design to Building a PortfolioIncludes Original Files of In-Class Illustrations and Roughs to Enrich Your Portfolio
Class Material Details
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116-page Tutorial on Fundamental Theory (PDF files)- 10 ways to study drawing
- Line drawing, perspective, light, and shadow
- Simplifying/layering the human figure, movement, and character stylization
- How to create using mind mapping and writing
- How to create using silhouettes
- Advanced character design
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Systematic Exercises and 38 Brush Sets- DOKSA’s brush sets, including 15 brushes
- Original PSD files of idea sketches based on three concepts
- Original PSD files of 15 character thumbnails for each concept
- PSD files for line-drawing exercises
- PSD files for two-toned light and shadow exercises
- PSD files for simplification exercises (Figure drawing)
- PSD files for silhouette design exercises
- PSD files for garment material exercises -
Create 9 Types of Portfolios with Thumbnails- 5 types of illustration portfolios using layouts
- Concept sheets using roughs
- Rough illustrations based on character traits and light
- Designing two costumes
Recommendation
Who Should Take This Class?
Beginners and basic-level learners
who feel concept art
and character design are difficult
Aspiring concept artists
who want to enter the game industry
and produce concept art with
vibrant worldviews and concepts
Professional illustrators
who want to break out of old habits and styles
to create something new
Expert Concept Artist DOKSA's Portfolio
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Buzzy -
Gunbreaker
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Duke -
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Mermaid Concept Sheet
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White Tiger Fighter -
Moth Sheriff -
Ghost Swordsman -
Goblin rider
Master the Fundamentals Through Tutorials and Exercises
I put myself in students' shoes and created this curriculum with the belief that the first step is the most important. The theoretical tutorial section, which totals 116 pages, explores essential elements of painting, such as lines, perspective, light, shadow, figure drawing, and movement.
It is followed by a practical section consisting of 23 exercises, allowing you to master the basic processes for character concept art and concept-based character development, drawing hair, skin, and costumes, and lastly, putting the finishing touches on artwork so you can be job-ready.
Build a Foundation for Three-Dimensional Character Design
Part 1. Master Character Design Basics with High-Quality Tutorials and Exercises
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Basic Set-Up -
Different Ways to Study Drawing -
Line Drawing and Perspective
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Light and Shadow -
Simplifying and Layering the Human Figure -
Movement and Character Stylization
Part 2. Develop a Range of Concepts and Characters
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Mind Maps and Silhouettes -
Object and Costume Design -
Material
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Animal-Related Concepts and Idea Sketching -
Color Schemes Varying by Concept -
Giving Detailed Traits to Characters
Create Different Character Concepts and Thumbnails
Concept 1: Octopus
Concept 2: Shark
Concept 3: Owl
Part 3. Design a Main Illustration
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Basic Volume and Tone Correction
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Finishing Up the Main Illustration
Part 4. Every Process Ends with a Result: Enrich Your Portfolio
Portfolios and Concept Sheets with Thumbnails
* The 3D illustration above is an example of a project that will actually be done in the class.
Highlights
Class Highlights
Extensive Theory and Exercises Exploring Basics and Details
Start by exploring theory with in-depth tutorials and materials that make it easy to understand even the most difficult concepts, followed by various exercises where you can apply what you learned. Plus, you will learn 10 study techniques that will dramatically improve your art.
Unique Character Design Reflecting Worldviews and Concepts
Based on the familiar theme of animals, you will come up with three different character concepts to design and develop characters with distinctive worldviews. Learn how to generate ideas with design theory and brainstorming to expand your design vocabulary without repeating the same patterns.
3 Concepts, 15 Thumbnails, and 9 Portfolios
Create various rough designs by drawing thumbnails of five characters for each of the three animal concepts, enriching your design experience. In addition, you will build portfolios using a range of rough designs as well as unused roughs to get job-ready and learn tips for giving them a more finished look.
Roadmap
A 50-Chapter Guide to Anime-Style Character Design
Instructor
Concept Artist
DOKSA
Hello, my name is DOKSA, and I am a Concept Artist! As a freelancer, I mostly create concept art for games, which involves designing colorful, vibrant characters.
What makes it difficult to draw what we want? The main reason is a lack of knowledge and experience.
Join me and study the fundamentals of drawing by working on exercises that help you create the art you’ve always wanted.
The first step is solidifying your drawing and observational skills by exploring basic theory, replicating, and more.
That way, you will learn to boost the quality of your work quickly and reliably using keywords, the most essential part of illustration.
Our ultimate goal is to develop the ability to produce quality artwork without help. I’ll be with you throughout this journey.
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Class Details
You'll Learn
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How to Keep Studying Drawing and Manage StressWhile many people have a vague plan to study drawing, those plans vary by their experience and knowledge base. This class explores ways to study drawing in efficient, effective, and diverse ways. You will also learn tips for overcoming challenges while drawing and for dealing with stress. -
Fundamental Theory That Transforms DrawingLearn the drawing theory required to bring the drawing in your head to life while focusing on the essentials. You will produce quality rough sketches using clear lines, explore one- to five-point perspective, identify perspective in photos and drawings, set up eye level using simple shapes, and practice the correct application of light to prepare for working in the field. -
Character Concept Art with Distinctive ThemesWant to create character concept art but don’t know much about design? Learn how to develop complex characters based on keywords, silhouettes, connectivity, and reasoning. You will also learn about how moods and concepts affect objects and costumes and tips for incorporating a character’s traits into an existing worldview to ensure consistency.
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Broaden Your Spectrum with Color Schemes Based on Various Roughs and ConceptsAlthough most people only draw one rough, you should focus and work to understand your character and produce better results. You will give each concept detailed traits and then draw a range of sketches based on them. Finish up by applying color schemes and corrections that suit your purpose. You will also create various thumbnails to broaden your artistic horizons and develop the consistency required to keep drawing. -
Adding Volume to the Main IllustrationCreate a main illustration and add the finishing touches. Based on the thumbnails and basic theory from previous chapters, start working on a main illustration and bring your character to life. You will also work with lights and shadows of different colors and moods to create a more atmospheric illustration and give it a sense of volume by depicting the texture of the hair, skin, and costume. -
Adding Persuasive DetailGood concepts and correcting tools do not automatically lead to good illustrations. Discover how to enhance your work’s quality at the final stage by adding layers of volume, correcting tones, and using layer effects. Then, learn about light, three-dimensionality, character traits, and tips for fleshing out your character and other drawing skills.
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Curriculum
Curriculum
In-Depth Look
Part 1. The Unfailing Guide to Basic Character Design
Part 2. Character Concept Art: From Planning to Design
Part 3. Create Various Portfolios and Concept Sheets
Part 4. Healthy Worries and Solutions
Interview with
Concept Artist DOKSA
Question.01
What led you to create a class in game concept art?
The role of a concept artist does not stop at basic creation. They also need the ability to add persuasive detail, modify a design and its elements, and express a character’s traits. Unfortunately, however, it is hard to find an opportunity to learn such skills systematically, which is why many students and rookie artists struggle with producing quality, concept-centered illustrations. This motivated me to create a class that helps students build a strong foundation and produce concept art that clearly exhibits its concepts and the artist’s identity.
Question.02
What distinguishes this class from others?
With a 50-chapter curriculum consisting of tutorials and demonstrations, this class helps students learn step-by-step and produce dependable results through exercises. Furthermore, it comes with visual explanations of theory and design files that make it easy to understand and follow the lectures.
By taking this class and working on the exercises under my guidance, you can build a strong understanding of fundamental theory, figure drawing, concept-centered characters, and detailed finishing touches, leveling up your skills and knowledge as an illustrator.
By taking this class and working on the exercises under my guidance, you can build a strong understanding of fundamental theory, figure drawing, concept-centered characters, and detailed finishing touches, leveling up your skills and knowledge as an illustrator.
Question.03
Do you have any advice for future students?
Like many of you, I was very stressed when I was a beginner. Drawing felt difficult, and my skills didn’t seem to improve. Nevertheless, I decided to overcome my lack of talent with hard work and have now become a professional illustrator who even teaches classes.
You also have the potential to be an artist like me, or perhaps even better. Let's accomplish that growth by learning the fundamental ideas and principles in an easy and enjoyable manner!
You also have the potential to be an artist like me, or perhaps even better. Let's accomplish that growth by learning the fundamental ideas and principles in an easy and enjoyable manner!
Required Programs
This course will use
- Adobe Photoshop 2023
Please purchase and install these program(s) for an optimized chapter experience.
*Adobe Photoshop CC version may also be used, but for an optimized experience, please take note of the version used in this course and purchase if needed.
*These programs and/or materials will not be provided with the chapter.
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