Character Design Adventure: From Sketch to Superstar! Get ready to unleash your inner artist and bring your imagination to life in this epic eight-week creative journey! We’re going to take you from a blank page to a fully realized, iconic character ready for their own show or comic book. Phase 1: Cracking the Character Code (Weeks 1–3) We kick things off by uncovering the "secret language" of design. Week 1: We'll dive into what character design is all about and start with some basic sketching to get those creative juices flowing. Week 2: You'll learn how basic shapes act as the DNA for your characters. Are they a soft and approachable circle, a solid and reliable square, or a sharp and dangerous triangle? Every shape tells a hidden story! Week 3: We’ll master the art of the silhouette. A great character should be recognizable just by their shadow—think SpongeBob or Mickey Mouse! Phase 2: The Creative Deep Dive (Weeks 4–5) Now that you have the fundamentals, it’s time to start your big project. Week 4: You'll start sketching out your hero (or villain!) and building their world. Week 5: We explore multiple renditions. This means trying out tons of different "looks," shape combos, and outfits to find the absolute coolest version of your character. It’s all about experimenting and exploring numerous ideas for every design element! Phase 3: The Ultimate Glow-Up (Weeks 6–8) Time to add the "wow" factor and finish strong. Week 6: You’ll dive into color theory to find a palette that perfectly fits your character's vibe. We’ll also add clothing and accessories—the tiny details that really bring a character to life! Week 7: This is dedicated project time to polish your masterpiece and finalize your full model sheet. You'll make sure your character looks great from the front, back, and side views. Week 8: The grand finale! You’ll finalize your model sheet by adding a dynamic action pose or unique expressions. Finally, you’ll present your entire design process to the class, showing off all the hard work and sketches it took to reach your final product! Ready to create something legendary? Let's get drawing!