Vector Character Design by Geometric Shapes by Loulou & Tummie

Learn to build fun, colorful characters from basic geometric shapes in Adobe Illustrator, then turn them into real-world products like stickers and pins.

🎯 What you’ll learn

• Build characters using basic geometric shapes in Adobe Illustrator
• Develop a cohesive color palette for vector designs
• Create expressive poses and facial expressions
• Turn your digital illustrations into physical products like stickers, pins, and notepads

✅ Requirements

• Skills: Basic familiarity with Adobe Illustrator is helpful but not required.
• Tools: Adobe Illustrator, a notepad and pens for sketching ideas.
• Hardware: A computer capable of running Adobe Illustrator.

📝 Description

This course is all about getting back to basics. Laurens and Chantal from Loulou & Tummie show you how to build a whole cast of characters using nothing but geometric shapes in Adobe Illustrator. Forget complex anatomy—this is about finding the personality in a circle, a square, or a triangle.

The teaching style is super hands-on. You’ll start by setting up your workspace and finding inspiration, then jump straight into building your first character. The instructors share their exact workflow for creating color palettes and using grids to keep everything clean. What’s cool is they don’t just stop at the digital art. The final section walks you through turning your vector character into real products—designing a sticker sheet, a pin with a backing card, and a custom notepad. It’s a practical pipeline from screen to shelf.

🧑‍🎓 Who this course is for

• Beginners who want a fun, low-pressure introduction to vector illustration.
• Illustrators looking for a fresh, shape-based approach to character design.
• Anyone interested in turning their digital art into physical merchandise.

🧑‍🏫 About the Author

Loulou & Tummie is the studio of Laurens and Chantal, a duo who have been creating joyful vector designs since 2005. Their client list is a who’s who of global brands, including Google, Samsung, Netflix, Warner Bros, Nickelodeon, and Disney. They specialize in translating their digital “galaxy” of whimsical characters into tangible products, from toys and clothing to collaborations with brands like LeSportsac. Their work is a vibrant, positive escape built on a love for cartoons, toys, and vintage design.

🏁 Final Result

• A set of original vector characters.
• Ready-to-print designs for a custom sticker, a pin with a backing card, and a notepad.