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The New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts is dedicated to the preservation of Fine Art’s past and the development of its future through an engaging education in a welcoming environment.
5256 Magazine St.New Orleans, LA 70115Call us: (504) 899-8111
Youth Classes
Character Design (12-16 yrs)
Character Design Adventure
Description:
Dive into the world of character design in this exciting six-week course for students aged 12-16!
What You’ll Do:
- Create dynamic, memorable characters for animation, comics, video games, and role-playing games.
- Explore how to:
- Shape personalities
- Build unique looks
- Bring each character’s story to life
- Learn through sketching, storytelling exercises, and creative challenges.
- Design heroes, villains, sidekicks, and creatures that leap off the page.
Who’s It For?
- Suitable for all skill levels—no prior drawing experience is required.
- Perfect for doodlers and budding artists alike.
What You’ll Gain:
- Tools to create original characters and develop your unique style.
- Skills to transform ideas from concepts and thumbnails into finished works of art.
Supplies:
All art supplies are provided.
Instructor:
Dave Hotstream
Dave Hotstream is a professional illustrator who has produced work for The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, The U.S. Peace Corps, and Wizards of The Coast/Magic The Gathering.
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New Orleans, LA 70115Call us: (504) 899-8111