Caleb's Drawing Principles
Welcome to my drawing essentials course! In these videos I’ll share the two core drawing principles that have created my entire career. I’ll guide you step by step through the exact thoughts and pivotal moments that led to my first job as a character designer. By the end of the course you will know everything I did to develop my skills and land my first job. Now you can do the same!!
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Chapter 1
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Introduction
In this video Caleb introduces the class and shares what you can expect moving forward. These videos are short by design. Small digestible pieces that allow you to focus on your drawing. Let’s dive in!
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The Assignment
I have found it is always better to know where we are going. That way we can look ahead and make clear plans to accomplish our goals. In this video we will be discussing the assignment for this course.
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Chapter 2
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Lesson 1: Straights and Craves (My Way)
Not to sound dramatic but this truly was the design principle that started it all for me. I want to share how I apply this principle to my drawings and how it can do more for you then just improve your draftsmanship.
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Bonus Demo
This is a second demo for those that feel they need to see the principle in action again.
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Chapter 3
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Lesson 2: Big, Medium and Small
This is very simple but powerful! When working as a professional artist speed is an important quality to have. This is the principle that developed my speed. If you look past its simplicity and put it to use, you will see your speed exponentially increase.
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Lesson 3: Portfolio Building
Should you have sketches in your portfolio? YES!! Even better if you have an entire section dedicated to your sketches. This allows you to show your exploration, observation and never ending pursuit of learning as an artist.
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Final Thoughts
Thank you for joining for my drawing essentials course!! It truly means the world to me! I hope you found this helpful and I hope you’ll come back and learn with me again soon!
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Meet your instructor
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Meet your instructor ✳
Caleb
Hi I’m Caleb Staker! I’m a professional artist and character designer that has worked for studios like Warner Brothers, Disney and others! I love teaching other artists how to build and succeed and I KNOW this course will teach you helpful skills that will aid in your artistic journey.
What you’ll learn
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I’ll show you how this one principle will unlock your ability to see and take your abilities to the next level. All skill levels welcome!
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I’ll teach you the 2 simple yet powerful drawing principles that landed me my first job as a character designer in animation.
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I give detailed examples of how to compile the drawings we make into a functioning sketchbook portfolio.
Course FAQ
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Yes! This course is a perfect fit for anyone interested in improving their drawing skills and enjoys drawing characters!
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No! In this course I will be teaching drawing principles. They can be used and applied in a traditional sketchbook with paper and pencil or with your favorite digital tools.
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1000% yes! In this course I share my exact process and story on how I used these drawing principles to build a career as a character designer. This course is an absolute must for anyone interested in pursuing character design.