Learn how stronger character development and drawing starts with truly observing the world around you in this free live-recorded workshop with character designer Stephen Silver.
Stephen breaks down what artists should actually be looking for when they observe people and the world: gesture, movement, posture, and the subtle personality cues that make a character feel real. He shows how consistent sketchbook practice built around these observations gives you a foundation to draw from when it’s time to invent a character from scratch. Characters that feel alive, dynamic, and full of personality don’t come from imagination alone – they come from connecting real life observation to imaginative design, so your invented characters feel truly believable.
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About Stephen Silver
Born in London and now residing in Savannah, Georgia, Stephen Silver has been a professional working artist, character designer, and teacher in the industry for over 30 years. He has developed intellectual properties for some of the largest media companies in the world, including Disney, Warner Bros., Nickelodeon, Sony, MAD Magazine, Reel FX, Bento Box, Hasbro, Universal, and DreamWorks.
Stephen is responsible for the visual character development and design of some of animation’s most iconic shows, including Disney’s Kim Possible, Nickelodeon’s Danny Phantom, and Disney’s Clerks: The Animated Series.
You can see more of Stephen’s credits here.
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