Draw a Circus of Line and Gesture - Design a Character From Start to Finish

Ever wanted to illustrate a picture book character?

Here is your chance! In this class, picture book illustrator Nina Rycroft will show you how to design a picture book character from start to finish bringing them to life with line and gesture. 

In this class, you will learn how to ...

• generate and develop ideas
• transform your ideas into a character design
• design and draw a character map
• draw your character in multiple poses
• draw your character using line and gesture

Interested in character design? 

Below is my series of Skillshare classes that walk you through the entire process of how to illustrate a character from start to finish. Use this series to either brush-up on a particular skill or work your way through, for a comprehensive guide.

Nina's Skillshare Character Design Series

1. Face Facts: Beginners Guide to Drawing a Self Portrait
2. Face Shapes: Draw a Series of Character Using Simple Shapes 
3. 101 Guide to Drawing Eyes
4. Emoji Me: The art of Facial Expression
5. How to Draw the Head From Every Angle: Part One
6. How to Draw the Head From Every Angle: Part Two
7. How to Draw the Head From Every Angle: Part Three
8. Draw a Circus of Characters: Exploring Body Shape and Proportion
9. Draw a Circus of Movement: Simple Techniques to Bring Characters to Life
10. Draw a Circus of Line & Gesture: Design a Picture Book Character From Start to Finish
11. Watercolor Magic: One Character Five Ways
12. Illustration Masterclass - Exploring Technique and Style
13. Learn to Use Procreate: Design and Illustrate a Bear Character
14. • NEW • Animal Character Design for Picture Book Illustrators – Techniques and tips for designing characters with a narrative