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Creative Character Design 2e

by Bryan Tillman

2nd Edition

Publisher: CRC Press

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Book Details

Print ISBN9780815365433
eText ISBN9781351261661
PublisherCRC Press
Publishing Year2019
Edition2nd Edition
LanguageEnglish
Pages236

Creative Character Design 2e, 2nd Edition, by Bryan Tillman and published by CRC Press, connects hands-on drawing techniques with character design theory. The book teaches artists how to develop well-conceived original figures rather than focus solely on rendering mechanics.

Coverage emphasizes the role of story and established archetypes in shaping unique characters. Tillman examines core visual design elements, discussing how lines, shadows, shapes, and silhouettes work together to establish distinct identities and preserve originality.

Originating from a presentation at Comic-Con 2009 in San Diego, the guide includes Character Model Sheets and professional artwork examples to support practical character development.

Table of Contents

  1. Chapter 1: What Makes for Good Character Design?

  2. Chapter 2: Why Archetypes Are Important

  3. Chapter 3: The Most Important Part of Character Design

  4. Chapter 4: Can You Still Be Original Anymore?

  5. Chapter 5: Shapes and Silhouettes

  6. Chapter 6: Reference, Reference, and Reference--Oh My!

  7. Chapter 7: Aesthetics--Just What You've Been Waiting For

  8. Chapter 8: The WOW Factor.

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