Fantasy Character Illustration with Japanese Influence
The Story Behind the Character
A course by Elena G. Bansh , Illustrator
About the video: The Story Behind the Character
Overview
“Here you will learn how to give consistency to your character by giving it a background story. Its story and personality will influence the mood of the entire illustration. I will also give you some tips on how to find the perfect story for your character by using a friend as inspiration. ”
In this video lesson Elena G. Bansh addresses the topic: The Story Behind the Character, which is part of the Domestika online course: Fantasy Character Illustration with Japanese Influence. Learn to transform real-world inspiration into captivating characters designs influenced by Japanese culture. .
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, I'll teach you how to give consistency to your character by giving it a background story. Having a background story for your character is important for an illustration because it gives a special mood and an atmosphere. I'll now give you some tips on how to research for the story for your character by talking to a friend or thinking about your own memories or talking to someone you know. For my final project, I will use one of my best friends as an inspiration and I will show you how I will create my story. So the person I decided to use as a reference for my illustration is ...”
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Course summary for: Fantasy Character Illustration with Japanese Influence
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Software
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Areas
Character Design, Digital Drawing, Digital Illustration, Manga
Elena G. Bansh
A course by Elena G. Bansh
Elena G. Bansh is an Italian illustrator and animator whose career has spanned from Italy to London, with a significant stint in Japan.
Educated in animation at the Centro Sperimentale di Cinematografia in Italy and holding a master's degree in Visual Communication from the Royal College of Art in London, Elena has collaborated with renowned international clients such as NATURE, Apple, and BBC Science Focus.
Her work frequently delves into fantasy themes and is deeply influenced by her experiences in Japan. It has been recognized and awarded multiple times, showcasing her ability to weave stories through vibrant colors and memorable characters.
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