DAR 145 - Digital Arts Illustration Studio:Char Dev for Animation&Prnt

4 Credits, 5 Contact Hours
3 lecture periods 2 lab periods

Principles and techniques applied to character development used for animation, products, and print material. Includes drawing in a loose manner, designing characters, materials, techniques and construction, various applications, and professional environment.

Prerequisite(s): DAR 101  

1. Describe various concepts and techniques which can be used in drawing a character. 
2. Create distinct features when developing and designing individual characters.  
3. Create characters for various applications.
4. Work within a professional environment with specifications and deadlines.

1. Simplification
2. Exaggeration
3. Caricature

II. Designing Characters

1. Personality
2. Branding

III. Materials

1. Various applications
2. Mockup
3. Combination

IV. Techniques and Construction

1. Armature
2. Modeling applications
3. Exterior color and texture

V. Various Applications

1. Animation
2. Product
3. Advertising art
4. Cartoon illustration

VI. Professional Environment

1. Deadlines
2. Specifications