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CHARACTER DESIGN

Online Art Program

Character Design

Design your own original characters who are unique and memorable in this specialty art course. Learn world-building and realistic colouring techniques with Josh Chan.

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Fully Asychronous Programs:

🟧 Character Design Intensive

A sneak peek into our Character Design classes with Josh Chan

Online Art Class Details

🟧 Character Design Intensive

Explore the art of character design in depth with Josh Chan in this 40 hour intensive course ideal for art portfolio preparation! Design your own original characters who are unique and memorable in this specialty art course. Learn world-building, color theory, anatomy, facial expressions and illustrate a character sheet.

Go at Your Own Pace:

Watch pre-recorded lessons—no fixed class times!

Expert Feedback:

Submit your artwork for personalized feedback with your purchase.

Members only program:

$385 with Total Art Nerd membership ($57/mo)
1 FREE Intensive Course with Annual membership ($570)
Get on-demand access to 500+ hours of class recordings
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📚 Topics & Projects

Fan Art Mashup
Drawing Expressions
Character in a Dynamic Pose
Clothing & Folds
Character Concept Sheet
Figure Drawing & Anatomy Practice
Hybrid Object Character Design
Humanoid: Anthropomorphic Character
Character World Building
Cover Art Illustration

ℹ️ Online Course Outline

Each lesson will cover fundamental character design theory and techniques to ensure students develop the skills required to design memorable OCs.

✍️ Recommended schedule: 1 assignment a day for 5 days per week. Expect to dedicate 3-4 hours to complete the lesson and assignments.

💬 Personal feedback, notes and drawovers on your submitted artwork via Skool.

✍ Art Materials

Pencil (HB)/ Pencil Set
Pencil Sharpener
Eraser
Ruler
Sketchbook / Drawing Paper
Coloured Pencils
Markers
Black Ball Point Pen/ Fineliner

Note: Students may also draw digitally

Asynchronous Learning

Adults and Youth 12+

Portfolio Students

Prefer to learn on your own time? Get class recordings and upload your artwork for feedback! Learn more

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Class Details	Instructor	Program Details
Learn on your own time	Josh Chan	Character Design Intensive Course

Class Schedule (Eastern Time)

Instructor	Date & Time	Program Details	Sign Up Link
Josh Chan	Learn on your own time	Character Design Intensive Course	Join Now

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100% Success Guarantee

We're confident that our students will see obvious improvement if they consistently show up and try their best in class. If you find our learning experience is not a good fit, we'll issue you a refund.