
Learn Character Design, Backgrounds, Illustrations, and More!
Anime Academy: Characters and Backgrounds!
InstructorChristina Wu/Dubell
Learn Character Design, Backgrounds, Illustrations, and More!
InstructorChristina Wu/DubellEditorial course preview
These 4 complementary views highlight concrete, legible examples from the course presentation.
This digital workspace demonstrates figure drawing techniques by comparing a male model reference photo with a corresponding line-art sketch and proportional measurements.
This image displays a digital painting workflow where an artist sketches a bedroom background using reference images visible in the sidebar.
This character design sheet illustrates a dual-state concept art featuring a girl in everyday clothing alongside her elaborate magical girl transformation with accessories.
This view shows the Photoshop interface during the coloring process of an anime character, highlighting layer management and brush application.


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The curriculum provides specific, step-by-step processes for designing characters and creating full illustrations from sketch to final painting.
Instruction includes specific modules covering both male and female anatomy, including hands and feet.
Some learners report the instructor moves too quickly through technical steps, occasionally omitting explanations for the sake of speed.
The workflow is heavily centered on Photoshop, which may limit utility for those using different digital art tools.
The content aligns with the stated goal of teaching anime-style anatomy and character design to beginners.