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‘S’ curves

Look like the letter “S”.

‘C’ curves

Look like the letter “C”. All lines in your character should be made up of “S” and “C” curves.

Simplicity & Clarity

Don’t get overly complicated with your drawing, keep it simple, clear and to the point.Details

Details

Use details to show what they need to show. Don’t go nuts with them.

Appeal

If your character isn’t appealing, who’s gonna want to look at it. This doesn’t mean cute and loveable so don’t limit yourself to that definition.

Rhythm

Ties into the “S” and “C” curves of your drawing. Look at you design for the sense of rhythm flowing through the drawing.

Stretch

When you need to, but maintain the volumes.
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