DAVID PEREZ
David Perez is a husband, father, and artist with over a decade of experience in the animation industry. He has had the privilege of working at some of the most renowned studios, including Disney, DreamWorks, Warner Bros, Nickelodeon, Sony, and Netflix.
Teaching and giving back has been one of the most rewarding aspects of his career. David occasionally offers online workshops, and he also shares free insights on his YouTube channel (@dzine555) to help aspiring artists on their creative journey.
Character design isn’t about being “advanced.” It’s about mastering the basics at a deeper level. Over the years, He has learned that great design always comes back to simplicity and that’s the foundation of my teaching philosophy.
You’ll not only learn how things work but also why they work. More importantly, you’ll gain the tools to deconstruct and rebuild characters in your own unique way. His goal is to make learning accessible, easy to understand at any age, and use his courses as a resource you can return to no matter where you are in your artistic journey.
David has a 100-page how-to book designed to teach anyone the fundamentals of character design. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills.
If you would like to see more of his work you can check out. www.davidperezdzine.com
Story Driven Character Design
A structured sequence of four 4-week Story Driven Character Design workshop at The Art Club teaches artists how to create characters that are not only visually appealing but also tell compelling stories. Through lessons on shape, rhythm, appeal, and practical exercises, students will learn to design expressive, memorable characters that connect with audiences.
Character Design: Master the Basics
COMING SOON
The Character Design: Mastering The Basics lecture introduces students to the core principles of gesture, structure, and visual storytelling, equipping them with the tools to create expressive and believable characters. Through a focus on anatomy, design fundamentals, and stylistic development, students will gain the skills to bring originality, clarity, and personality to their work.