Question.01
What is your goal for this class?
[FreeCourse]ConceptArtist,Riesun_리에순 Details
Intro
Class Intro
Concept Artist, Riesun
Do you rely on copying other artwork
when you paint character costumes and weapons,
or do you feel frustrated
when you have to create original design elements?
To become a concept artist
that is respected in the industry,
you must know how to identify popular trends
that the user base will enjoy
based on the game's story and settings,
and how to express it
in the character's design.
From finding inspiration from design resources
to understanding how character designs can be trendy,
and how to make various character designs
and concept arts that fit the theme of the character,
learn from Concept Artist Riesun,
an artist who proved her proficiency in designing character costumes
as she created character concept art for <Seven Knights>, <Gran Saga>,
and other famous games for over 9 years
and master the practical design process used in the industry.
Expert Concept Artist
Riesun's Profile & Portfolio
Instructor
Riesun
Concept Artist
Hello,
I am Concept Artist Riesun.
For over 9 years,
I made most 2D graphics artwork
required in video games,
such as character concept art designs,
weapon, armor, costume designs,
character art, and poster game CIs.
In this class, I'll be teaching useful tips
on how to make costume and weapon designs,
two of the most difficult design elements
that concept artists find to create.
I hope you can broaden your understanding of designs
and efficiently develop your portfolio
after taking this online class.
Concept Artist
Riesun
[Current]
Concept Artist
Recognizable
Projects & Awards
[Former]
NPIXEL
Netmarble Nexus <Seven Knights>
Character Concept Artist
6 Class Exercises
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Character Design Key Theory -
Beautiful and Balanced Designs -
Setting Design Standards
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Composing Designs -
Designs Reflecting the Current Trend -
Understanding Design Patterns
Final Outcome
Part 01. 3 Character Designs
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Swordsman Design -
Healer Design -
Damage Dealer Design
Part 02. 3 Weapon & Emblem Designs
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Greatsword & Emblem Design -
Wand & Emblem Design -
Spear & Emblem Design
*These are sample images for better understanding.
If this applies to you, then take this class!
Highlights
Class Highlights
Learn How to Design Characters
Through Creative Ideation
Concept artist Riesun participated in numerous concept art projects for famous video games, and master her practical character design project to make industry-ready character sheets.
Understanding What Good Designs are And Applying it
To Your Artwork
Do you want to make stylish designs that adapt to the quickly changing trends? Learn how to establish design standards and also how to make competitive high-quality character designs.
Review What You Learned In the Industry Way, Efficient Class Materials Provided
This is your chance to focus solely on costume and weapon designs! Lessen the burden of drawing characters every time with our character body drawing sketch file and improve your character designing capability.
Class Details
You'll Learn
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Design Fundamentals for
Character DesignsLearn the basics of character designs and dissect design elements from references to establish the direction of your character design. -
Setting Character Themes to Establish Design StandardsUsing the practical concept art process, set the theme of the character design that will be appealing to the public and draw a simple body and pose. -
Determine Weapon Design Style & Applying Emblems and PatternsDetermine the right weapon style that suits the character and apply symbolic emblems and patterns based on crucial weapon design elements.
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Practical Process 1
- Character Class and CostumeTo effectively deliver a balanced and expressive design, we will create 3 character designs with the following concepts; Swordsman, Healer, Damage Dealer. -
Practical Process 2
- Symbolic Emblem and WeaponWe will study how to use emblems to create symbolic design elements and design a greatsword for the swordsman, a wand for the healer, and a spear for the damage dealer. -
Industry Character Design Tips & Essentials for a Concept ArtistNot only will you learn how to express your design sense in your portfolio, but you'll also contemplate about what assets you must acquire in the highly competitive character design industry and how to position yourself.
*These are sample images for better understanding.
Curriculum
Curriculum
In-depth Look
SECTION 01. Basic Warm-up for Designing
01. Introduction
- Instructor Introduction
- Class Objective : Studying the Principles and Training Design Sense
- What is Character Design?
- Key Principle : Understanding How to Use References
Interview
with Concept Artist Riesun
I want to share to you the techniques I developed to come up with and apply design elements using references that aren't from the game based on my experience in the industry. Instead of creating new things out of nothing, I'll show you we use pre-existing references to make even better design elements for character designs with a commercial-artistic approach, and I will use it to guide you on how to quickly improve your painting skills.
Question.02
How does this class stand out from others?
How does this class stand out from others?
I made numerous character concept art for 9 years, and I believe that I have a strong advantage in identifying popular trends that the users will like and applying them as design elements in characters. Through this class, I'll share you my personal tips on maintaining a sharp design sense and reacting to the quickly changing trends.
Question.03
What can the students take from
this class?
What can the students take from
this class?
I'm going to suggest a systematic approach to character designs for students who reached a high level of painting and composing but find it hard to establish design standards. By giving answers to students who couldn't tell what designs and references are good, I'll help them create highly competitive character designs that stand out among others.
Required Programs
This course will use Adobe Photoshop 2022.
Please purchase and install these program(s) for an optimized lecture experience.
*These programs and/or materials will not be provided with the course.
*You can take this class using other programs aside from the programs mentioned above.
*Available Software Version : Adobe photoshop CS6 - Adobe Photoshop 2022
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