Anime Original Character

Drawing Guides

Avatar Creation

Character Development

ASSIGNMENT

In this unit, you will be designing an original character (OC). This character will be drawn in an anime style. We will start by exploring the various anime drawing styles and the visual and social culture surrounding this international phenomenon. Along the way, you will be reflecting on the different aspects of yourself as you develop your character's identity. You'll have the opportunity to practice each aspect of a character separately first. After we will select a setting for your character to respond to as we learn to animate. In the end, you will use the skills you develop to create a final drawing of your OC.

Holistic Personality Development

Inner World

Physical Self

Physical Body

What species or creature is your character? Do they have a particular race or gender?

Thinking Self

Analyzing & Reflecting

What is your character’s favorite subject to talk about: you are not limited to regular school subjects? Do they have any subjects that are very knowledgeable about or know very little about?

Feeling Self

Instincts & Emotions

How can you tell your character is having a good day? How does your character show they are upset?

Conceptual Self

Goals & Ideals

What are your character’s interests? If they were bored, what do you think they would do to fill the time?

Harmonizing Self

Inner-Balance & Self-Care

What are your character’s goal and aspirations? Do they have a set of spiritual or personal beliefs that are important to them?

Extended Self

Connecting & Empathy

What are the moments that allow your character to feel expanded and free? Is your character good at picking up on the emotions and thoughts of others?

Outer World

Community

Situation & People

Who are some of the major influences in your characters life?

Systemic Factors

Laws, Guidelines, & Taboo

Which laws or rules in your character’s world do they strongly agree or disagree with?

Character Creation Methods