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Learn from Top Creative Experts Worldwide

from Theory to Practice
Alluring Male Characters
Go Pro: Portfolio Building

Class Intro

Illustrator, Dawit

"Learn from popular web novel cover artist Dawit and create semi-realistic male characters that match your tastes!"

Alluring, Semi-Realistic Male Characters for Romance and BL Web Novel Covers

Have you struggled to draw male characters or bring out their masculine features in different styles? If you want to strengthen your drawing skills and create distinctive male characters that reflect your taste, this class is for you. Popular illustrator Dawit, who specializes in male character illustration, shares her techniques for drawing male characters for web novel covers.

Learn the fundamentals for creating compelling, natural-looking male characters, then put them into practice by illustrating web novel covers in contemporary romance and BL genres, where male characters take center stage. Complete your own standout male character illustrations, and learn portfolio and professional tips to help you grow into a web novel cover illustrator clients want to work with.

Class Preview

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14. Blending the Background & Character Naturally

- Understanding color harmony and color proportions
- Understanding the “environment” within the background
- Using blending modes to naturally integrate environmental colors with the character
- Adjusting colors and unifying the overall color palette

Class Perks

Special Gift from Dawit

Skills Focus on Male Characters

Unlimited Access to 22 Lessons
From Reference to Drawing Skills

Original Practice Files
Build a Professional Portfolio

Web Novel Cover Guidline

Class Material Details

Resources to Elevate Your Portfolio

1. List of reference-gathering websites
2. A set of 6 brushes (drawing, painting, hair, special effects, mixer, and smudge)
3. Character design planning file (.psd)
4. Gradient maps for color correction
5. Personal portfolio workflow files (.PSD)
6. Practical industry tips & resources
Practice Materials for Drawing Male Characters

1.Male facial proportions & angles practice files (.psd)
2. Facial bones and muscles practice file (.psd)
3. Facial features practice file(.psd)
4. Gesture drawing, copying & applied study examples (.psd)
5. Step-by-step male character creation file (.psd)
6. Lighting theory & direction guide (.psd)
Professional Illustrator’s Workflow

1. Contemporary romance cover illustration guide
2. Contemporary romance cover illustration process file (.psd)
3. BL cover illustration guide
4. BL cover illustration process file (.psd)

Recommendation

Who should take this class?

Intermediate Artists Struggling to Create Male Characters with Their Own Style

Aspiring Web Novel Cover Artists Building Their Portfolios

Beginner to Intermediate Artists Looking to Draw Semi-Realistic to Realistic Male Characters

Expert Illustrator Dawit's Portfolio

Why Take This Class?

The first step to creating a web novel cover readers will love is building a portfolio that appeals to authors and publishers. Learn how popular illustrator Dawit puts together a portfolio that attracts attention on social media and brings in commission requests. Dawit shares practical tips for presenting your work to potential clients.

Explore the types and structure of portfolios for aspiring web novel cover artists, the production process, and demonstrations of contemporary romance and BL covers that put male character drawing skills to work. Dawit walks you through the complete portfolio process and shares what it takes to work as a commissioned cover illustrator. Discover practical advice from a working web novel illustrator.

Class Exercises

Build a Strong Male Character Portfolio from the Fundamentals

Part 1. Prepare to Draw

Gathering References
Photo-Based Studies
Male Facial Proportions and Angles

Facial Features and Expressions
Understanding the Male Anatomy and Poses
Sketching with References
Designing an Appealing Male Character

Part 2. Design Appealing Male Characters

Identify a Character’s Appeal
Combine Appeal Points Harmoniously
Planning a Full Illustration With a Background
Creating Atmosphere and Lighting That Capture Attention

Part 3. Build a Portfolio That Attracts Clients

Romance Web Novel Cover Illustration
BL Web Novel Cover Illustration

Student Reviews

Class Recommended By Illustrator Dawit's Students

Student A
I used to struggle with drawing appealing male characters, but thanks to the instructor, drawing has become fun for me. The lessons carefully explain the features that shape handsome male faces and bodies, and the instructor shares the process along with useful tips. I’ve gained confidence and improved my skills a lot. I highly recommend this class if you want to enjoy drawing handsome male characters and get more out of each practice session!
Student B
I really wanted to improve my drawing, but I wasn’t sure what to study or how to develop my skills. Dawit shared a wealth of experience and advice, and following the lessons step by step helped me a great deal. The systematic explanation of fundamentals made drawing easy to understand, and my skills improved significantly. I recommend this class to anyone who wants to find a clearer direction for their work and take their art to the next level.

Class Highlights

Master Male Character Art: From Theory to Practice

If you’ve practiced drawing male characters but still find it hard to make them look the way you intend, learn where to improve. Build your skills step by step, from ideal proportions and anatomy for eye-catching male characters to using references, composing illustrations, and completing a web novel cover with a guided exercise.

Create Your Ideal Male Characters with Personalized Appeal

Have you ever felt that good drawing alone isn’t enough to bring out a character’s full appeal? Choose and combine the traits you like to create a charismatic, captivating male character with a touch of homme fatale. Through a range of practice exercises, learn how to shape and depict a character’s appeal.

Become a Professional: Portfolio Building & Freelance Strategies

Get practical advice from an illustrator who specializes in web novel covers. Learn how to prepare a portfolio that catches a client’s eye and what to keep in mind when taking commissions. Take away practical tips from a working illustrator and get a head start on your career as a web novel cover artist.

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