Are you interested in animation, character design, or illustration? Now you have the chance to participate in an exclusive animation workshop with Celia Kaspar, one of the industry’s most exciting character designers!
In this workshop, we will explore the essential elements that make for a great character design. You’ll learn how to create characters that are not only visually appealing but also authentic and memorable. Let’s also delve into the distinct approaches to character design across various mediums, including games, films and illustration. Whether you’re designing a hero for a video game or a protagonist for an animated short film, this workshop will provide you with the tools and insights to bring your characters to life.
Practical information
Date: October 26th and 27th
Location: E6 – Østfold Medieverksted in Fredrikstad
Deadline for registration: Ongoing
The course is free, and accommodation is provided.
The course is organized by the Fredrikstad Animation Festival in collaboration with Amandus International Student Film Festival – Lillehammer and E6 – Østfold Medieverksted, with support from Viken Ung.
Participants are also accredited for the festival and are invited to the festival’s film screenings and seminars that take place separately.
Celia Kaspar is a freelance character designer and illustrator based in Bad Salzuflen, Germany. She has worked for studios like Brown Bag Films and Boulder Media, where she was one of the lead character designers for the new My Little Pony: A New Generation (2021). She has also taught traditional drawing animation and character design for several years, running workshops and courses in schools and universities.