Introduction to the Creation of Cartoon Style Characters
Point and Line
A course by Ed Vill , Illustrator and Designer
About the video: Point and Line
Overview
“It's time to see things where not everyone can see them. ”
In this video lesson Ed Vill addresses the topic: Point and Line, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to the Creation of Cartoon Style Characters. Learn the fundamental principles to create unique and extravagant characters.
Partial transcription of the video
“To start drawing characters, the first thing we have to do is to learn to observe. Do not see, observe, observe well everything that is around us, what is up, below, at the sides, begin to see a different world, and being able to graph it through a graphic synthesis is what will allow us make new characters. I want you to discover your own stroke, as I discovered mine. It does not matter if they look the same, if it looks ugly, that does not matter, the important thing is that we understand that we are beginning to discover something new. I'll do a series of exercises, join me. I have a wav...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to the Creation of Cartoon Style Characters
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Category
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Areas
Character Design, Drawing, Traditional illustration

Ed Vill
A course by Ed Vill
Ed Vill was born in Caracas, Venezuela, but has been living in Mexico since 2016. As a self-proclaimed cartoon fanatic, he found a way to turn his passion into a career through the art of character creation.
In addition to illustration and design, Ed has worked as a writer and photographer for print media, recorded music albums, participated in radio and television programs, and even launched his own brand: EdVill. He currently illustrates children's books and teaches workshops on character creation for children and adults.
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