Face Shapes: Draw a Series of Characters Using Simple Shapes
Unlock your illustration potential! Learn character design techniques with picture book illustrator Nina Rycroft. Break free from repetition and create unique characters.
Course Content
Face Shapes: Draw a Series of Characters Using Simple Shapes is a beginner-level Skillshare course taught by Nina Rycroft. It runs 29m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.6 out of 5 from 390 reviews, with 6,189 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published June 2016.
Feeling creatively stuck with your character designs? This class is designed to help you break free from repetitive character drawing and unlock a fresh approach! Picture book illustrator Nina Rycroft reveals how to leverage shape as a powerful tool for generating a diverse and engaging series of character faces.
In this engaging class, you’ll:
- Break out of old habits and explore new creative territory.
- Discover how shape can effectively communicate age, gender, and personality in your characters.
- Use nine simple shapes as a springboard for a variety of fun and unique faces.
- Experiment with different forms and expressions.
- Explore creative possibilities and let your imagination run wild!
- Design a series of fun faces to expand your character repertoire.
- Add to your character idea library for future projects.
Interested in a comprehensive guide to character design? Explore Nina's complete Skillshare series, which walks you through the entire process – from initial concept to finished illustration. Whether you want to brush up on specific skills or embark on a complete learning journey, this series offers a detailed roadmap.
Here's a look at the courses included in the series:
- Face Facts: Beginner's Guide to Drawing a Self-Portrait
- Face Shapes: Draw a Series of Characters Using Simple Shapes
- 101 Guide to Drawing Eyes
- Emoji Me: The Art of Facial Expression
- How to Draw the Head From Every Angle: Part One
- How to Draw the Head From Every Angle: Part Two
- How to Draw the Head From Every Angle: Part Three
- Draw a Circus of Characters: Exploring Body Shape and Proportion
- Draw a Circus of Movement: Simple Techniques to Bring Characters to Life
- Draw a Circus of Line & Gesture: Design a Picture Book Character From Start to Finish
- Watercolor Magic: One Character Five Ways
- Illustration Masterclass: Exploring Technique and Style
- Learn to Use Procreate: Design and Illustrate a Bear Character • NEW •
- Animal Character Design for Picture Book Illustrators: Techniques and tips for designing characters with a narrative
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