Anim2005

Overview:

For this module we are expected to show work on a digital model, and the progress of learning and using the new software. We are to use the infomation and skills that we learn in our own time to create a character design which we will then model in z brush.

Character design Research

I wanted to show the use of shape in the design of my character and the use of line work can greatly effect how the character is seen such as with the certain chapes showing certain characteristics though their build and shape as seen above with Mr Incredible being shown as strong with the blocky, bulky shape giving him a stronger look which matches his character.

I also wanted to show how the use of lines can make the character more interesting to look at such as above where it notes things like the line work tapering which can make the character look more appealing to the viewer and how sometimes a simpler character can be more interesting than one that is being too realistic.

I wanted to use this in my own practice and keep this in mind when I design my character that I will use in the moduuel to more fit their character and to show more of them off with just the look than if you were to see the character in an animation to strengethen this asspect of the characters personality to the viewer.

Character design refrences and images

Here I wanted to look at some images around what I wanted my character to look like and some insperation into what I want in my character design and what inspired me with my final design idea. I chose some characters that I had already known about from games and animations whcih I liked the design of and would match the character I was looking to design especially the one of Akarsha with her hair, although not replicating it exactly. I took insperation from a lot of the characters here as I think they suited the design and I chose some aspects from each of them being it style face shape or some aspects from the hair.

Character design sketcehs

With the gathered insperation I created two character designs, I did the first one thinking it was too simple and created the second (on the left) which I prefear even if it is slightly more complex. I think the character has an interesting shape which will be difficult but not too difficult to create in Z brush and I think this will allow some challenge in my work. I also like the colous and the shapes I used as I think it works into the character like I had mentioned above. I do still feel like some things need refining and changing to suit the needs of the program and the design and project as a whole which I hope to change after the in class informal review and critiqe.