Online Character Design courses

A course by Catalina Carlesi

Learn how to use digital tools to bring your own detailed and expressive manga heroes to life

• 34,604
• 98% (473)

Specialization by multiple teachers

Explore the power of sketching alongside top-notch drawing masters.

• 13,747
• 99% (138)

A course by Jean Fraisse

Learn a simple approach to drawing memorable characters

• 66,868
• 100% (2.09K)

A course by Andrea Jen

Learn to design and illustrate Japanese comic characters from the idea to its technical sheet

• 58,729
• 99% (1.64K)

A course by Nicholas Kole (nkole)

Explore the depths of your imagination to develop original character designs using Procreate, from the initial concept to the final artwork

• 22,299
• 99% (259)

A course by Even Amundsen

Explore color, texture, lighting, and layers to create memorable protagonists that tell a story with every detail

• 29,903
• 98% (394)

A course by Magdalina Dianova

Discover dynamic character design by learning to tell a story through expressions, poses, clothing, and more

• 48,034
• 96% (699)

A course by Catalina Carlesi

Learn to give your manga characters a unique identity through their body language, clothes, and hairstyle

• 1,548
• 100% (11)

Specialization by multiple teachers

Write captivating children's books by exploring narrative techniques and age-appropriate language for young readers.

• 6,663
• 100% (62)

A course by EUDETENIS

Learn to draw a complete model sheet in pencil with proportion, volume, and movement

• 47,516
• 97% (853)

A course by Kelsey Garrity-Riley

Learn to illustrate with gouache, ink, and colored pencils to create a 2-page spread of a children’s book

• 410
• 100% (5)

A course by Raquel M. Varela

Learn about techniques and resources for illustrating fantastical characters full of movement, color, and magic

• 440
• 100% (4)

A course by Lobón Leal

Discover your own style while practicing different exercises in your sketchbook

• 18,050
• 99% (287)

A course by Becky Cas

Find inspiration in your surroundings and use it to create kawaii characters in their own worlds using Procreate

• 25,123
• 99% (469)

A course by EFI Little things

Learn how to design and make your own soft toy from scratch by creating a pattern, cutting then stitching it, and adding the final touches

• 15,141
• 99% (368)