Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Character Design


Objective

Students will create a virtual character in a two dimensional space that has three dimensional qualities using Adobe Illustrator.

State Goals:

26: Through creating and performing



26.B.5 Common for all four arts: Create and perform a complex work of art using a variety of techniques, technologies and resources and independent decision making.



26.B.4dVisual Arts:

Demonstrate knowledge and skills that communicate clear and focused ideas based on planning, research and problem solving

 
ex.
Steps

1. Step One:
Computer Research!

Create a sketch to plan it out-

Points of interest:

*Made upcharacter

*Think about accessories and what makes this character unique

(Sunglasses, hat, outfit, boots, scarf, cape, etc)

*Use DETAILS!!!

YOU MAY USE PHOTOSHOP TO COMBINE EXISTING CHARACTERS/ PRINT AND TRACE.

 

 

2. Step Two:

Use Adobe Illustrator to make your image come to life and look more defined.

(Just like designing a video game character!!!)

Points of interest:

*Always make new layers

*Select pen tool and click around area you want to fill

*Use mesh tool to create a gradient within the shape