Cinematic Anime Illustration: Character, Environment & Animation

Don’t miss out on the authentic techniques that artists in the anime film industry use to create their masterful works. An artwork's greatness lies in the story it tells. Every artist should be armed with this purpose, to not only create but also to convey the feelings, capture the moments, and leave a lasting impression. This class goes beyond the fundamentals that teach you how to simply create. This class is about making your character interact with your background flawlessly. It’s about working with the very specific details that make all the difference. It’s about breathing life into your illustration through animation so that you can appreciate your own artwork like you do your favorite anime scenes.

Hi! I'm JLT4n, or you can simply call me JL. I've been a self-taught freelance artist and illustrator, specializing in character and environment artwork, for nearly the past four years. I graduated from university in a completely different field, and I only began pursuing art as a hobby, but I was fueled by my innate passion for art and creativity. I have always had a strong passion for portraying and rendering environments, creating beautiful settings for characters to interact within. In this class, I'll share my techniques and processes for effective character rendering and the creation of a believable, eye-catching scene. Join me in exploring the fundamentals and elements of composition in art to bring your illustrations to life.

[2023] Illustrations for stream use of talents by Nijisanji [2023] Various artworks for Hololive’s fan books [2022-2023] Music Video illustration for Hololive [2022-present] Character artworks and stream illustration card designs for various independent VTubers and agencies [2021-present] Illustrations for Music Videos and album cover art designs