Designing and Illustrating Antagonistic Characters (Spanish, Multisub)

Learn the creative process to create amazing characters with opposite qualities in a story

If you’re a fan of comic books, films, and animated series featuring epic clashes between opposing forces, then this course is right up your alley. Patricio Oliver, an editorial designer and illustrator with an impressive portfolio that includes work for Pony, Kid Robot, Cartoon Network, and National Geographic Kids, has created this course with influences from those very same mediums. Patricio’s published comics explore themes of gender and diversity, as well as superhero stories with a unique personal approach.

In this course, Patricio will guide you through the process of creating two antagonistic characters, from defining their motivations, histories, and personalities to developing all of their visual aspects. With step-by-step instructions, you’ll learn how to create characters with opposing attributes that truly stand out.

What will you learn in this online course?

In this course, join Patricio Oliver, an experienced editorial designer and illustrator who has worked with major brands like Cartoon Network and National Geographic Kids. Learn how to develop two strong, antagonistic characters step by step.

Start by exploring Patricio’s main influences and get to know his experience. Discover how to write a character’s story and explore the keys to building two opposing profiles by considering archetypes, genre, sources, and references.

Create a visual mood board for inspiration and develop each character’s color palette, paying special attention to detail and shape. Experiment with body positions, clothing, and accessories and modify shadows and highlights to bring your characters to life.

Assign names to your duo, establish action poses, and decide on their unique powers. Finally, create a final composition that showcases your characters. This course is suitable for anyone who grew up enjoying comic books, films, and animated series.

What is this course’s project?

Design two unique antagonistic characters that inhabit a shared universe.

Who is this online course for?

Requirements and materials

Prior knowledge of illustration is required to enroll in this course. While Patricio employs Adobe Illustrator, analog techniques are also acceptable. The necessary materials will vary depending on your chosen method, but they may include pencils, watercolor paper, a computer with Illustrator, and a camera (or smartphone).