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Intro
Think Like a Rigger: Smarter VTuber Art Starts Here
Design smarter, not harder, because a great VTuber model begins with how you build it from the ground up.
In this class, you’ll learn how to transform your illustrations into production-ready VTuber assets by structuring your artwork with clarity and intent. Through practical examples and real workflow demonstrations, you’ll design your own characters and break them down into functional parts, from facial features and hair to clothing and accessories, while keeping everything clean, organized, and ready for rigging.
You’ll also learn the reasoning behind different layer separation choices, compare what works and what can cause issues later, and build a workflow that balances visual appeal with technical precision. By the end of the class, you’ll be able to create polished, rig-ready model artwork with clearer part separation, cleaner file organization, and a stronger foundation for Live2D production.
You’ll also learn the reasoning behind different layer separation choices, compare what works and what can cause issues later, and build a workflow that balances visual appeal with technical precision. By the end of the class, you’ll be able to create polished, rig-ready model artwork with clearer part separation, cleaner file organization, and a stronger foundation for Live2D production.
Class Perks
Special Gift from Yaya Chan
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Unlimited Class Access -
2 Full-Body VTuber Model Files -
Full Hair Rendering Speedpaint
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PDF With Written Guides and Images to Follow Up With the Class -
Base Model Bases for Free Use -
Final Delivery Checklist
Class Material Details
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VTuber Model Files & Base Assets- PSD files of the full-body VTuber models created in class
- Female and male model files included for student reference
- PNG variations of the models
- Female and male base model files for practice and study
- Separated parts and organized layers to help students understand rigging-ready file structure -
Rendering & Process Materials- Sped-up video of the hair painting and rendering process
- Layered PSD file showing the full hair rendering structure
- PNG step-by-step images of the rendering process
- Helpful for studying how to build volume, shine, and clean separation in VTuber hair -
VTuber Preparation Guides & Checklist- PDF guide with written explanations and visual references
- Tips on how to separate, organize, and name layers for a VTuber model
- Notes on what students should prepare before sending a model to a rigger
- Final delivery checklist for reviewing file organization, expressions, separated parts, and rigging readiness
Recommendation
Who should take this class?
Creators Who Want to Design Their Own VTuber Model
Creators who want to design their own original VTuber model and understand the process behind building it from concept to rig-ready assets.
Character Artists Entering VTuber Illustration
Illustrators who want to begin VTuber model illustration but are not sure how to begin or structure their artwork for professional use.
Artists Refining Their VTuber Production Workflow
Artists who already create character or model art and want to make their layers, parts, and assets clearer, cleaner, and easier to use in future VTuber projects.
Expert Illustrator Yaya Chan's Portfolio
Why Take This Class?
A great VTuber model begins long before the rigging stage. It starts with how the artwork is planned, separated, and built from the ground up.
In this class, Yaya Chan shows you how to bridge the gap between a polished character illustration and a production-ready VTuber model. You’ll learn how to design original characters with movement in mind, break them down into functional parts, and organize facial features, hair, clothing, accessories, and expressions for a smoother rigging process.
Rather than simply following steps, you’ll learn the logic behind layer separation, hidden areas, file structure, and final asset preparation.
By the end, you’ll have the workflow needed to create clean, rig-ready assets and take your first step into VTuber model illustration.
Get Ready for the Real-World
15 Class Exercises
Part 1. Concept and Base Planning
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Create a Mood Board -
Sketching a Design -
Identifying Body Parts With Colors -
Lining the Body Base
Part 2. Rendering Core Features
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Skin Render Practice
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Rendering and Cutting Eyes -
Hair Rendering Practice
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Experimenting Eye Types -
Identifying Hair Parts
Part 3. Outfit and Extra Parts Preparation
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Outfit Render Practice
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Skirt or Pants Cutting -
Animal Ears and Wings Cutting
Part 4. Expression, Pose, and Rigger Handoff
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Sketch 2 Arm Poses for the Model -
Sketching Expressions -
Angle Guides for Rigger
Final Product Examples
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Full-Body Female VTuber Model Art -
Full-Body Male VTuber Model Art
*The above images are sample images for a better understanding.
Highlights
Class Highlights
Design and Render an Appealing VTuber Character
Learn how Yaya Chan approaches VTuber character design through expressive features, polished rendering, and visual details that reflect the character’s identity. Based on her experience creating character-focused illustrations, including collaboration work with Epic Games’ Fortnite, this class shows how to develop designs that feel memorable, refined, and visually engaging.
Build a Repeatable Workflow You Can Study and Reuse
Develop a clear step-by-step process for separating model parts, organizing layers, and preparing files with future use in mind. With practical resources like workfiles, templates, and a follow-up handbook, you’ll be able to revisit the workflow anytime and apply it to your own VTuber projects with more confidence and consistency.
Prepare VTuber Assets with a Production-Ready Workflow
Learn how to plan layers, naming, and model parts with future VTuber work in mind, so your assets feel cleaner, easier to navigate, and ready for the next step. Based on Yaya Chan’s commission experience creating VTuber art and illustrations for NeoBaka, VSekai, and other Vtubers, this class shows how to approach your files with a more practical production workflow.
