Make Art, Stories, & Characters People Care About
Master Visual Storytelling in six steps:
The most comprehensive course for artists and character designers of all levels is now available as an online course. This six-module series is packed full of resources not found anywhere else.
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Individual Modules:
Module 1: Drawing
Drawing is the foundation of character design- competent construction, gesture, observation, and overall strength of fundamentals is essential. This module shows you the way there, and provides you with the tools to keep growing.
(Approx. 3 1/2 hr lesson)
Module 2: Story
Almost every decision we make about a character comes from their story. Learn how the power of story enhances your character, and how to craft a compelling and unique story concept for them.
(Approx. 1 1/2 hr lesson)
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Module 3: Design
Design weaves together the technical drawing skills and narrative strength of our story to communicate our characters visually. Get a basic and advanced education on fundamental design techniques and problem-solving, and learn how to hone your own unique style.
(Approx. 6 hr lesson)
Module 4: Pose & Expression
Give your character life! Learn how to pose your character and give them life-like expression that speaks to and endears your audience.
(Approx. 2 1/2 hr lesson)
Module 5: Creatures
With so many creatures, both real and imaginary, we need a system that allows us to observe, emulate, and create new creatures without starting over every time. Study vast creature concepts, and explore the wild realm of beasts and their unique designs in this epic module.
(Approx. 2 1/2 hr lesson)
Module 6: Rendering
In visual storytelling, presentation is everything. Complete your character design with your choice of rendering. Explore the lighting, material, and stylistic choices to be made as you serve up your final art pieces.
(Approx. 3 hr lesson)
The Learn Character Design Course
Levels up your Unique Skills
The Learn Character Design Course is the only online course that teaches you how to create iconic and memorable characters through fundamental techniques and principles. You’ll learn how to create dynamic characters by using shapes and forms, getting in the head of your character, and developing real personalities. You’ll get a more thorough understanding of every level of character design with updated techniques and practices.
In this new course, each module specifically focuses on the six pillars of iconic character design:
Why is each pillar vital to your growth and education as a character designer?
You’ll see how drawing and design fundamentally coincide, and how their cooperative dance empowers your unique style.
You’ll quickly understand how story impacts your character and changes him from “everyday guy” to “beloved friend”.
You’ll learn why it’s impossible to engage your audience’s emotions without learning the concept of pose and expression.
You’ll love exploring and expanding your creative universe with the lessons taught in the creature design module.
You’ll understand just how powerful rendering is to your ultimate design concept.
To put it simply: you’ll see why it is impossible to improve your craft without mastering the three pillars of iconic character design. Every lesson intertwines like a web in that each lesson connects with the one before it. And the whole course aims at turning you into a master character designer.
The Learn Character Design Course Packs in Powerful Resources:
6 SKILL-SPECIFIC MODULES!
73 IN-DEPTH VIDEOS!
OVER 18 HOURS OF INTERACTIVE LESSONS!
Because I believe in empowering creativity through practical education, I’ve poured endless resources into this new course that you cannot find anywhere else. And one other sweet bonus? This course is built around a “learn at your own pace” teaching method— so no matter your skill level, you can learn how to craft dynamic characters with ease.
And because we are so dedicated to the idea of education on your own time without draining your dime, we’ve made each module available as a stand-alone lesson for individual purchase or as a whole via a one-time purchase of the entire course. SWEET!
Other Online Art Courses Are not Tailored to your Unique Goal as a Character Designer and Will Break Your Bank!
Typical pricing for other art courses or online classes ranges anywhere from $500 -$2,500.
But with the Learn Character Design course, you get a quality, educational course filled with unique and powerful resources aimed to help you perfect your basic and advanced character design techniques for just $250.
See What Students of the Course are Saying:
“This course, in a nutshell, has given me the confidence and skills to actually pursue art as a hobby. Brookes taught me all the fundamentals of drawing, the intricacies and variables to consider in character design, and the importance of impact of color choice. And he pulled all of that off while being one of the friendliest and most straight-forward art instructions I’ve had... The lessons are not like being talked down to or lectured at, but instead like an old friend walking you through something they really enjoy. The course has done so much for me.”
“One thing I love about the Learn Character Design course is how approachable it is no matter your skill level. From the very beginning, you’re taught simple drawing exercises that take away the fear of a blank white page and make building confidence a lot easier. I’ve heard a lot of the things in the course before, but this one has really helped me understand why the fundamentals are important. It’s only been a few weeks and I’ve already seen a huge improvement in my artwork!”
“Creating my own characters has been a dream of mine for most of my life, and though I’m not there yet, this course has definitely helped me improve. I’ve been working my way through at my own pace and It’s made it easier for me to identify gaps in my skillset and showed me what I need to do to fill them. It’s far from just a once-and-done thing for me, it’s something I revisit whenever I’m not sure about something or need guidance. I believe it will continue to help me improve on my journey as an artist.”
“Oh my gosh I LOVE this course! I originally bought the old one and it was amazing but the newer course just blew me out of the water! I was never able to draw what I had imagined when it came to people or characters I thought of and this course just simplified everything in my mind and really helped me develop a lot of good techniques to practice.”
“I first saw Character Design Forge pop up on my youtube while searching for drawing tips. I find the videos pretty straightforward and approachable so I bought the course. I wasn’t disappointed. I frequently go back to modules as a reference for my work, it’s the gift that keeps on giving!”
“The videos helped me a lot with improving my drawing skills, I learned about using simple shapes to make a character and telling a story for a character. I also really like that Brookes doesn’t go too fast when explaining a topic in the videos.”
“Brookes helped me find a different way of making art. Brookes’ course helped me because previously I was trying to copy other artists and his course helped me find my own way of doing things and I’m very grateful for that. I think the way Brookes teaches art is amazing and he inspired me.”
With my wife Tay.
If we haven’t met I’m Brookes Eggleston, creator of the Learn Character Design Course.
Ever since I was old enough to flip through a comic, hold a controller, or be brought to the theater, l've been fascinated with Art, Character Design, and Visual Storytelling across every medium. I've carried a sketchbook with me everywhere I go for as long as I can remember. (But that's most artists, right?)
The problem-solving that comes from communicating through illustration, animation, or design, scratches an itch that can't be beat.
I've worked in studio settings and in a freelance capacity as a Character Designer, Illustrator, Story Artist, and 3D Modeler for over 15 years.through their own creative journeys.
I’ve worked with brands like:
I'm incredibly grateful to be able to be doing what I love for a living, even if I was personally never a fast learner. I believe that talent is simply a myth. Anyone can learn to draw and exercise their creativity. For me, I owe so many other artists who've both directly and indirectly helped me to unlock the skills needed for this work.
What I’ve learned is that nothing happens overnight— including improving your craft. But I want you to get a leg up in this field where others have missed out. So I’ve put together a freshly outlined course I’m seriously excited about— a course that clearly explains character design fundamentals, outlines the three pillars of iconic character design, and empowers you to design characters that you’re eager to share with the world. It’s the most comprehensive course out there for artists of all levels.
I want you to unlock your unique style. And I want you to share it proudly with the world.
Spark your creative fire and forge your best characters yet:
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