Introduction to Design of Characters for Animation and Video Games
The muscle and bone groups: The head
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About the video: The muscle and bone groups: The head
Overview
“In this lesson we will see how to represent the head in a simplified way, analyzing the basic forms that compose it and how to organize the features of the face with correct proportions.”
In this video lesson Jean Fraisse addresses the topic: The muscle and bone groups: The head, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Design of Characters for Animation and Video Games. Learn a simple approach to drawing memorable characters.
Partial transcription of the video
“UNIT 2 BASIC ANATOMY THE MUSCLE AND BONES GROUPS: THE HEAD Faces are a nightmare for all of us. We dread having to draw faces. Giving the correct proportions to the head, overall, is a bummer, it's very complicated, and many of us fail. In this lesson we will see how to simplify this. We will see the main volumes that make up the head, the skull, and how we can represent them to make sure that they always look good and have the correct proportions. Let's see it together. Now we will see the face, the head. We'll see the particular details of the face. What we want for the face, in particula...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Design of Characters for Animation and Video Games
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Areas
Animation, Character Design, Game Design, Traditional illustration, Video Games

Jean Fraisse
A course by Jean Fraisse
Jean Fraisse is an accomplished professional artist and entrepreneur who has navigated a fascinating journey from a passionate yet talentless child to a self-taught expert. His dedication to mastering the art of drawing and painting has led him to a successful career in the creative industry. Over the past decade, Jean has progressively embraced the entrepreneurial side of his profession, learning from trial and error to integrate business acumen into his artistic endeavors. His experience is enriched by extensive self-education through books, tutorials, and mentors, both virtual and in-person.
Influenced by renowned figures like Gary Vaynerchuk and Tim Ferris, Jean has developed a robust understanding of the value system essential for thriving in the digital age. His expertise extends beyond art creation to encompass strategic business thinking, leadership, and market analysis. Jean's insights are drawn from foundational texts and YouTube channels, providing clarity and a methodical approach to both art and entrepreneurship. He is committed to helping fellow artists understand their role in the evolving art market and equipping them with the skills to adapt and succeed in today's rapidly changing environment.
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