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Character Design & Visual Storytelling
Participants create a cohesive cast of 2–3 original characters that communicate personality, story, and visual coherence.
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Level
Beginner
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Duration
8 Weeks
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Format
Group-Based
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Target Skills
Creative Expression & Communication
Core Curriculum
A step-by-step path that starts with the basics and builds up into real, practical expertise.
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Finding Inspiration & Personality
Discuss how shape, colour, and style influence perception
Map personality traits using a visual mind map
Proportions and simplifying anatomy using shapes
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Visualizing & Brainstorming
Explore gesture, silhouette, and design possibilities
Demo: from moodboard to sketch
Translating ideas into rough visuals
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Concept Sketch Development
Create expressive and readable character sketches
Add a drawing from another angle and/or expression variations
Select top sketches for refinement
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Clothing & Costume Design
Using attire to communicate character identity
Link fashion, culture, and personality through costume
Discuss symbolism in texture, pattern, and silhouette
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Colour Theory & Palette Building
Apply colour psychology and harmony principles
Building emotion and coherence through colour
Layer colour tests directly in Magma
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Shape Language & Silhouette Refinement
Simplify and strengthen shape language
Redraw to exaggerate signature forms
Clarity and recognisability in design
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Translating Design Coherently
Maintain unified visual rules in new characters
Review shape, colour, and proportion harmony
Consistency across multiple designs
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Final Polish & Showcase
Presentation and reflection
Consolidate learning and celebrate achievements
Render final designs
Build what you love.
Real tech skills in a space built for you. No "corporate" talk—just a supportive community where you can be yourself.