Character Design References
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Daily artists galleries, helpful animation references and tidbits + all latest updates & news from the “Character Design Challenge” community! 🎨
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Are you looking for inspiration, references, and tips for your art? Check our handy free visual library! characterdesignreferences.com/visual-library
#characterdesign #illustration #artreferences #artblock #bookmarkthis
#characterdesign #illustration #artreferences #artblock #bookmarkthis
Submission by Cécile De Gantès ( www.instagram.com/cecile.degan... ) for the #CDChallenge - December 2025 theme was #VengefulBrides
Presented by IDEA Academy → tinyurl.com/ideacourses
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
Presented by IDEA Academy → tinyurl.com/ideacourses
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
January 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Submission by Cécile De Gantès ( www.instagram.com/cecile.degan... ) for the #CDChallenge - December 2025 theme was #VengefulBrides
Presented by IDEA Academy → tinyurl.com/ideacourses
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
Presented by IDEA Academy → tinyurl.com/ideacourses
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
The Art of Amin Faramarzian
Discover the finest artists from animation, games, illustration and comics..
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January 10, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Here's some charming artworks by IDEA Academy former students. Join the school today! tinyurl.com/ideaacademyrome
#ideaacademyrome #characterdesign #visdev #artschool
#ideaacademyrome #characterdesign #visdev #artschool
January 10, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Here's some charming artworks by IDEA Academy former students. Join the school today! tinyurl.com/ideaacademyrome
#ideaacademyrome #characterdesign #visdev #artschool
#ideaacademyrome #characterdesign #visdev #artschool
Art of The Brave Fighter of Legend Da-Garn → buff.ly/c5ezIbK
#animation #conceptart #modelsheet #characterdesign #visdev
#animation #conceptart #modelsheet #characterdesign #visdev
January 10, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Art of The Brave Fighter of Legend Da-Garn → buff.ly/c5ezIbK
#animation #conceptart #modelsheet #characterdesign #visdev
#animation #conceptart #modelsheet #characterdesign #visdev
Submission by Narubet Butsee ( www.instagram.com/sir.artino/ ) for the #CDChallenge - December 2025 theme was #VengefulBrides
Presented by IDEA Academy → tinyurl.com/ideacourses
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
Presented by IDEA Academy → tinyurl.com/ideacourses
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
January 10, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Submission by Narubet Butsee ( www.instagram.com/sir.artino/ ) for the #CDChallenge - December 2025 theme was #VengefulBrides
Presented by IDEA Academy → tinyurl.com/ideacourses
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
Presented by IDEA Academy → tinyurl.com/ideacourses
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
Go Pro in 3D Illustration with ZBrush! This intensive course provides intermediate and advanced training in creating finalized illustrations for Animation, Games, and Comics. Turn your 3D models into stunning artwork! buff.ly/tdW9g1J
#ideaacademyrome #3D #onlinecourse
#ideaacademyrome #3D #onlinecourse
January 10, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Go Pro in 3D Illustration with ZBrush! This intensive course provides intermediate and advanced training in creating finalized illustrations for Animation, Games, and Comics. Turn your 3D models into stunning artwork! buff.ly/tdW9g1J
#ideaacademyrome #3D #onlinecourse
#ideaacademyrome #3D #onlinecourse
January 9, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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The Art of Kaneko
Discover the finest artists from animation, games, illustration and comics..
buff.ly
January 9, 2026 at 1:01 PM
A quick look at some of IDEA Academy former students. Join the school and kickstart your career! tinyurl.com/ideaacademyrome
#ideaacademyrome #characterdesign #visdev #artschool
#ideaacademyrome #characterdesign #visdev #artschool
January 9, 2026 at 12:01 PM
A quick look at some of IDEA Academy former students. Join the school and kickstart your career! tinyurl.com/ideaacademyrome
#ideaacademyrome #characterdesign #visdev #artschool
#ideaacademyrome #characterdesign #visdev #artschool
January 9, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Ready to bring scripts to life? The Storyboard Fast Track is an intensive 5-week course designed for all levels, focusing entirely on professional production standards for animated TV series buff.ly/RJQFgVs
#ideaacademyrome #onlinecourse #storyboard
#ideaacademyrome #onlinecourse #storyboard
January 9, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Ready to bring scripts to life? The Storyboard Fast Track is an intensive 5-week course designed for all levels, focusing entirely on professional production standards for animated TV series buff.ly/RJQFgVs
#ideaacademyrome #onlinecourse #storyboard
#ideaacademyrome #onlinecourse #storyboard
January 8, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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January 8, 2026 at 6:02 PM
The new Theme of the Month for the #CDChallenge is #OnePiece!
Follow the link to join us: characterdesignreferences.com/news/theme-o...
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
Follow the link to join us: characterdesignreferences.com/news/theme-o...
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
January 8, 2026 at 3:58 PM
The new Theme of the Month for the #CDChallenge is #OnePiece!
Follow the link to join us: characterdesignreferences.com/news/theme-o...
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
Follow the link to join us: characterdesignreferences.com/news/theme-o...
#characterdesignchallenge #characterdesign #artcontest #artcommunity
The Art of Eduard Visan
Discover the finest artists from animation, games, illustration and comics..
buff.ly
January 8, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Sergio di Bitetto teaches 2D Animation at IDEA Academy! A freelance animator and designer, he’s worked with Disney, Netflix, HBO Max, Cartoon Network, AppleTV & more.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/ideatraditionalanimation
#ideaacademy #2DAnimation #animation #visdev #rome
Learn more: tinyurl.com/ideatraditionalanimation
#ideaacademy #2DAnimation #animation #visdev #rome
January 8, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Sergio di Bitetto teaches 2D Animation at IDEA Academy! A freelance animator and designer, he’s worked with Disney, Netflix, HBO Max, Cartoon Network, AppleTV & more.
Learn more: tinyurl.com/ideatraditionalanimation
#ideaacademy #2DAnimation #animation #visdev #rome
Learn more: tinyurl.com/ideatraditionalanimation
#ideaacademy #2DAnimation #animation #visdev #rome
Art of DuckTales (2017) → buff.ly/zEZ88n9
#animation #conceptart #modelsheet #characterdesign #visdev
#animation #conceptart #modelsheet #characterdesign #visdev
January 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Art of DuckTales (2017) → buff.ly/zEZ88n9
#animation #conceptart #modelsheet #characterdesign #visdev
#animation #conceptart #modelsheet #characterdesign #visdev
Strengthen your foundation with IDEA Academy's intensive Drawing for Animation course! Gain essential tools and expert guidance, refine your observation and technique through rigorous practice buff.ly/3OldVjO
#ideaacademyrome #setdesign #onlinecourse #artschool
#ideaacademyrome #setdesign #onlinecourse #artschool
January 8, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Strengthen your foundation with IDEA Academy's intensive Drawing for Animation course! Gain essential tools and expert guidance, refine your observation and technique through rigorous practice buff.ly/3OldVjO
#ideaacademyrome #setdesign #onlinecourse #artschool
#ideaacademyrome #setdesign #onlinecourse #artschool
January 7, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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