Character Design Process with Karl Kopinski - Traditional Techniques

Explore the character design process with fantasy illustrator and sketch artist Karl Kopinski in this livestream from Lightbox Expo 2021. Gain insights into Kopinski's approach using traditional materials like pen, pencil, and paper. Learn about various aspects of character design, including facial features, portraiture, simplifying forms, ink vs oil techniques, perspective, and anatomy. Discover tips for overcoming creative blocks, developing a visual library, and finding inspiration. Delve into practical information on different pen types, shading and hatching techniques, and the importance of exercise for creativity. Observe Kopinski's process for designing diverse characters, from jetpacks to fighter planes, while understanding the balance between simplicity and detail. Gain valuable advice on studying other artists, maintaining mental health, and developing your artistic skills through consistent practice.

Intro
My Pens
Face
Portraiture
Strengths
Visual Library
Inspiration
Simplifying
Ink vs Oil
Rejigging old stuff
Shading and hatching
Perspective
Traditional
Jetpacks
Fighter planes
Getting away from the same character designs
Dealing with creative blocks
Importance of exercise
Folds
Keep it simple
Place things in the right place
Brush pen vs pencil
Water blending
Anatomy
Practical Information
Mental Health
Studying Other Artists
Balancing