YORD
3D Characters: A Complete Guide
July 3, 2025 - Artists start with sketches and concept art that establish the character’s silhouette, proportions, and mood. References, mood boards, and early visual explorations help ensure alignment with narrative and brand intent.
3dtotal
Narrative character tutorial – part 2 composition & planning
In this chapter Gina Nelson will be looking at composition and prep work for an illustration based on a piece of narrative text… ... This project will be exploring the below text and be made up of a couple of tutorials where we’ll be covering my process for Character Design, Composition, General Techniques, and Foliage.
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Artists' Master Series: Composition and Narrative – 3dtotal shop
Artists' Master Series: Composition and Narrative
Aimed at professionals and enthusiasts alike, this comprehensive title dissects the theory and practice of using composition and narrative to advance your art. Artists from across the traditional and digital worlds share a deeper mastery of the subjects through theory chapters, extensive tutorials, inspirational gallery artwork, and expert tips, providing a single, in-depth reference at your fingertips.
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Following the huge success of Artists’ Master Series: Color & Light, follow-up title Artists’ Master Series: Composition & Narrative features experts from both
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CLIP STUDIO TIPS
Composition with 3 or more characters by SpaceGorilla - Make better art | CLIP STUDIO TIPS
We will briefly review the rules of composition, camera positions and visual narrative, in order to not only ensure that our characters are well placed, but also to be able to tell a story. Using the 3D tools that the program provides us, such as objects, settings and human bodies, plus the rules of perspective, we will be able to achieve compositions and camera angles that we thought would be impossible to achieve.
Changing Minds
2D and 3D characters
How we change what others think, feel, believe and do · Disciplines > Storytelling > Characters > 2D and 3D characters
Meike Schneider ARTS
Illustrating an Art Book Chapter for 3DTOTAL
August 5, 2022 - Finally comparing both images, I really like how the new illustration gives us much more information about the character's personality, his interests, and what he's actually doing in the scene. The new composition is more balanced and is not as heavy on one side as the old one.
Whizzy Studios
3D Character Design's Impact on Storytelling
April 11, 2024 - In the process of story crafting, 3D Characters play a multifaceted role. They are the visual representations of the narrative's key elements - embodying the plot's themes, emotions, and conflicts.
ProWritingAid
Three Dimensional Characters and How to Write Them
January 3, 2019 - When we feel good about ourselves, we might dress a little differently or spend more time on an up-do to make our outer appearance match the way we feel inside. On the flip side, don’t tell us your main character is trying to fight off a wave of insecurity through inner dialogue or omniscient narrative.
Pixune
How to Write a Story for a 3D Animation?
Select a primary genre (comedy, adventure, etc.) and a specific tonal range. Write a guiding theme statement to keep your choices focused. Use tonal comparisons (like “heart of Ghibli, action of Spider-Verse”) to give artists a clear emotional target. Develop characters in a Character Bible, detailing each character’s wants vs.
Published: June 17, 2024
Pixune
What is Composition in 3D Animation Pipeline?
July 1, 2025 - In conclusion, composition is crucial in 3D animation, serving as a visual symphony that tells a story and evokes specific moods and emotions. While it is important to create high-quality art, the primary focus should be on conveying a clear ...
Innovecs Games
Character Concept: A ‘Make it or Break it’ in Game Design
January 18, 2024 - Following the producer’s brief, art designers develop sketches that lead to the whole vision of the character that will be used by game developers and 3D artists. In other words, concept artists and character designers must tap into a deep creative space in order to convey traits, quirks, mannerisms and background stories of a game character. David Cage, French game designer, concept artist, and plot writer, shares his vision in a TED Talk: “You may remember the moments while reading a novel when you were willing to change the narration or the character.
Amazon
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The second title in a new series elevates your skills in composition and narrative with guidance from established world-class artists. As an established authority on art and design with a growing stable of high-calibre artist–authors, 3dtotal ...
Polydin
3D Character Design & Creation Services | Polydin Studio
February 16, 2023 - A 3D character animator is a specialized artist responsible for bringing 3D characters to life through movement and expression. This role involves creating and manipulating digital character animations, including walking, running, jumping, fighting, and emoting, to convey personality, emotion, and narrative within a 3D environment design.
Writers Relief
5 Ways To Create Three-Dimensional Characters
May 12, 2023 - Or maybe your MC is intensely excited; express this by giving his or her cheeks a rosy glow or an impeccable wardrobe to suit his or her pleasant mood. Using physical characteristics to reflect inner emotions will allow you to remind the reader of certain important aspects of a character’s mental state in a more subtle manner, so you don’t overuse internal dialogue or omniscient narration.
Ulla Hakanson author
Why to Write 3 Dimensional Characters: How to Make Them Seem Real
May 6, 2023 - – Then use your character’s backstory to inform their appearance and behaviour in the 3D world. For example, are they fashionable or conservative in their dress?
3D-Ace
A Guide to 3D Character Modeling – 3D-Ace Studio
March 19, 2025 - The conceptualization process includes several important steps: Establishing a backstory. This step defines the character’s narrative, personality, and context, helping to guide its physical traits and expressions.
Ilogos
3D Character Modeling Guide | Complete Insights on Character Design
February 13, 2025 - Another example of a useful program powered by artificial intelligence algorithms is MetaHuman, which helps with rigging. These cutting-edge tools streamline the creation process and open doors to more accessible and inclusive character design, enhancing the overall narrative potential of 3D ...
Pixune
Who Is a 3D Character Artist? Responsibilities & Skills
July 6, 2025 - It forms the backbone of the entire creation process, ensuring that all subsequent work aligns with the initial vision and character narrative. Once the concept is finalized, artists begin the 3D modeling phase, developing a digital sculpture that outlines the character’s form and silhouette.