2D CHARACTER LAYOUT
Introduction
This course focuses on drawing characters consistently from all angles and placing them dynamically within scenes. Students learn to create studio-ready reference sheets and model packs used to guide animation and production teams.
Instructor Profile
Prerequisites
Description
Topics Covered
• Creating standard character turnarounds (front, 3/4, side, and back views)
• Aligning features and body joints accurately across different views
• Designing functional expression sheets and mouth shape charts (visemes)
• Constructing prop and costume breakdown callouts for complex designs
• Drawing the character in action, combat, or performance poses
• Maintaining structural volume and tracking proportions during movement
• Placing characters in 3D perspective grids to fit environmental layouts
• Creating clean, professional line art (tie-down phase) ready for production
Course Objectives
• Master absolute structural consistency of a character from multiple camera angles.
• Construct clear, multi-view reference sheets that align perfectly.
• Position characters accurately inside perspective-driven layout spaces.
Learning Outcomes
• Complete a standard multi-angle turnaround model sheet for an original character.
• Draw a dynamic, full-body action sheet tracking accurate limb foreshortening.
• Illustrate a character interacting directly with environment props in correct perspective.
Tools & Materials
• High-resolution drawing tablet or computer workstation
• Digital painting software with ruler guidelines and grid layers
• Alignment template sheets (printed or digital digital grids)
• Reference photo library of human athletic and dramatic poses
Course Rules
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