Deep Dive

Designing unique characters with Artificial Intelligence

A course by David Garrido , Lead Artist, Consultant and Trainer in Artificial Intelligence

Lead Artist, Consultant and Trainer in Artificial Intelligence. Madrid, Spain.
Joined July 2011

Design unique characters with artificial intelligence, explore visual styles and give life to your animated creations

Explore the fascinating world of character design with artificial intelligence. Learn to create unique figures drawing from a variety of sources of inspiration. From complete creative freedom to working with detailed briefs, visual references from existing characters, or defined styles, this course offers a wide range of possibilities. Discover how to bring characters to life in different styles, from anime to 3D, through realism and classic 2D design. Each lesson will provide you with the tools you need to tackle any creative challenge.

Immerse yourself in a dynamic process that spans from initial conceptualization to final animation. Experiment with platforms like MidJourney and Freepik, and master techniques to modify, color, and animate your creations. As you progress, you'll develop a versatile skill set that will allow you not only to imagine characters but also to adapt them to different contexts and styles. By the end, you'll have a repertoire of techniques to design characters that are not only visually striking but also tell captivating stories.

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What will you learn in this online course?

9 lessons

  • 17 students
  • 9 lessons (1h 36m)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish, German, English, French, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Turkish
  • Spanish · English · French · Italian · German · Dutch · Polish · Turkish · Portuguese
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

The project involves designing unique characters with artificial intelligence, exploring styles such as anime, realistic, 2D, and 3D. You'll learn from visual references, detailed text, and mood boards to create and animate your own creations.

Who is this online course for?

This course is designed for creatives, illustrators, and graphic designers who want to explore character creation using artificial intelligence. It's suitable for those looking to streamline their creative process, improve their technical skills, and expand their stylistic repertoire.

Requirements and materials

Advanced knowledge is not required, but basic drawing and digital skills are recommended. A computer with an internet connection is essential, as is graphic design software to facilitate hands-on learning.


David Garrido

David Garrido
A course by David Garrido

Teacher Plus
Lead Artist, Consultant and Trainer in Artificial Intelligence

David Garrido Martínez is a Lead Artist, Consultant, and Trainer in Artificial Intelligence, currently based in Madrid. Trained at ThePowerMBA, he combines his creative and technical experience to lead AI projects and offer applied training to design a...


Content

  • U1

    Character design with AI

    • Character Design with AI: Creativity and Innovative Techniques
    • Character Design: Creative Strategies and Use of Artificial Intelligence
    • Anime Character Creation with Midjourney and Niji
    • Character Design and Development: Creating and Modifying Views
    • Colorization and character variations with Midjourney
    • Creating 3D Characters with AI: From Briefing to Final Design
    • Redesign iconic characters with Midjourney and Freepik
    • Designing unique characters with Mood Boards and Midjourney
    • Creative character design and animation techniques

What to expect from a Domestika course

  • Learn at your own pace

    Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.

  • Learn from the best professionals

    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

  • Meet expert teachers

    Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.

  • Certificates
    Plus

    If you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.

  • Get front-row seats

    Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.

  • Share knowledge and ideas

    Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.

  • Connect with a global creative community

    The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.

  • Watch professionally produced courses

    Domestika curates its teacher roster and produces every course in-house to ensure a high-quality online learning experience.


FAQs

Domestika courses are online classes that allow you to learn new skills and create incredible projects. All our courses include the opportunity to share your work with other students and/or teachers, creating an active learning community. We offer different formats:
Original Courses: Complete classes that combine videos, texts, and educational materials to complete a specific project from start to finish.
Basics Courses: Specialized training where you master specific software tools step by step.
Specialization Courses: Learning paths with various expert teachers on the same topic, perfect for becoming a specialist by learning from different approaches.
Guided Courses: Practical experiences ideal for directly acquiring specific skills.
Intensive Courses (Deep Dives): New creative processes based on artificial intelligence tools in an accessible format for in-depth and dynamic understanding.

All Deep Dives are 100% online, so once they're published, Deep Dives start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.

The Deep Dives are divided into different modules. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with other students, as well as share your work and your final project, creating a community around the Deep Dives.

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Designing unique characters with Artificial Intelligence. 3D, Animation, and Artificial Intelligence course by David Garrido

Designing unique characters with Artificial Intelligence

A course by David Garrido
Lead Artist, Consultant and Trainer in Artificial Intelligence. Madrid, Spain.
Joined July 2011
  • 17 students