Gonna try to follow your steps.

Say, I have a question: what if one of the two things I want to use for the mind map exercise was more of a concept rather than a physical object? For example, Art noveau + knight. How would you recommend to tackle that? thank you in advance

I personally haven’t done this with any of my characters! I’ll try to see if this is a method I can use to improve.😅 My favorite part is the beginning stage of my process. More or less what I’ve done is letting the idea incubate in my head, playing with certain consepts and then attempting to draw them out on paper. If I don’t like the result, to me it means that they aren’t ”ready to show themselves”, as crazy as that might sound. It’s funny, but I like to think of my characters almost as living creatures, which plays into my attitude towards them. Of course, I like to refine these designs if there is need for it.

Thank you so much! This helped a lot!!!!! :)

I do have one question: if someone was to include a 3rd prompt, what would that represent? If the first word represents the personality of influence, and the second word would be the influence of the style/aesthetic, what would be thrid word be?

Might try that one technique out. Good video and... I wish I could write letters as good as you digitally. 👍

You are sooo underrated! I recommend putting some music in the background to reduce some awkward silent moments in the videos. Keep up the great work!

Why is it that I am sitting drop jaw with all the videos I have watched on this process? Amazing! Thanks.

Cool Video

Just finished this series and ugh you NEED more subs. You are incredibly underrated. My only criticism is that you sound like you need a bit more enthusiasm, but don't fake it if that just isn't you. It is just something I observe from larger art channels that might help you grow (?)

While I think the map is a good way to do this. I still have problems making the silhouette unique. I usually fall back on Asymmetry or focusing on Narrative aspects such as character effects. I guess things like facial scars or removing/adding chunks (thing like undead characters or like Godrick the grafted) sometimes I still think I'm not very unique. But maybe that's just because I doubt myself so much lol

this is something I've been very curious about! this gave me the final pieces I was missing lol thank you so much!

Your character designing process will be super helpful, thanks a bunch! Also, I'm definetely downloading that program for references.

My favorite part about character designing is that it gives me a reason to goof off.

Drawing so often in general is both a bad and good idea from what I know, so im glad you at least attempted such insane tasks

Andy, you're more successful than you realize keep up the good work.🤓

Whoa! I just got into mind maps the other night. Super clear and useful. Very well presented. Thanks.

Really enjoying your series. It’s fundamental stuff and your approach is very tangible with a solid steps/goals. I can actually remember these as I work because they’re so simple. I also really appreciate seeing the whole honest process from the very rough stages, bad ideas and mistakes. It’s much more approachable and relatable. People often cut that stuff out and creates a twisted image of how the design process can work. I would like to add, I had trouble finding this video because I was looking for a title that mentioned “mind mapping” as you referenced it in the later parts of the series. Plus this video has a different thumbnail stylistically, so it seems unrelated. Otherwise, Andy, please keep it up. 💪🙌

Hey, I'm new here and I could saw, great job. Your videos are so perfect, your explaining the subject perfectly and the video quality is very good. keep going man!!

Hope everyone is having a great start of the week! What emoji best describes your mood today? Let me know!!! 😎😎😎

This is amazing! Thank you for this! You’ve earned a new subscriber.

your voice is so calming

Love the commentary & the process!!

Hope you guys enjoy this quick little video I put together. Was a bit in a rush but wanted to put something out. IRL projects are gonna be heavy for the next two months or so, but I'll continue to do my best to bring you guys content!!! Hope you guys have a wonderful day ahead!

It looks wonderful >:O ヾ(≧▽≦*)o

AMAZING ANDYYY

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Finding reference is so important, thank you so much for addressing this Andyyy! I really agree with your point about taking your time to find inspiration, because nothing could be rushed, and certainly not a successful and powerful design! Your process is so organized and disciplined and I LOOOOOOVE how this moodboard is coming out!! This kind of streetwear armor aesthetic is so cool and I'm so excited to see the ideations in the next episode! I see Kaito memota, luminary of the stars >:D Finding references for costumes, general aura of the character, and sometimes a creature or item they are associated with really help me visualize a design!

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Wowwww Andyyy!! Such an educational and inspirational video as always! Seeing your ideas iterate in such a progressive and organized way really drives me to do the same, and I'm so excited to see more of this fantastical peacock knight!! My favorite part of character designing is designing around a magical theme - especially with fantasy creatures like animals x humans or elves etc.! I always find incorporating magic to characters to be so fun, whether it is through physical features, colors or personality! 🥰

Andyyyyy!!! This was such a smart idea!! I've never thought about mind mapping when making characters. I'll for sure keep that in mind next time. That said, my favourite part of character designing is most definitely costume design. I wouldn't say I'm amazing at it lol but researching different clothes, expressing their personality and the colours etc. are just super fun to experiment with! ❤️

Your space is BEAUTIFUL! Thanks for sharing <3

I see so many parallels with dance. We talk a lot about loosening up, extensions, and expanding our movement to take us out of dancing within a box, looking forward to seeing more of your journey!

Thanks for the great video. That's great. Keep our meeting! 👍 8 Watch the video to the end. Have a happy day today!

ANDYYYY!! 🥰 this is such an informative and motivating video! I could definitely relate ; sometimes we just give ourselves so many obligations that we forget what we truly enjoy in our artistic process. Thank you so much for pointing that out, for all the solutions you've suggested towards this, and just reminding all of us that we do art because we have fun!! You're always so inspiring and spreading so much positive and kind energies!! We love you Andy! ❤️ Something I want to do more is just take my time, and also go outside more! I go jogging regularly, and always manage to catch some inspiration along the way as I explore nature's gifts hehe! Alsoooo p.s. ahhhh your animatic is ADORABLEEE!!! omg failing at the gym and succumbing to a bag of chips is such a mood! 💕

Really great video! These are things I’ve been discovering as well, but you explained them so well!

Love the little sketches you did as visual aids for this video!

I plan to do only the things that truly excite me, and practice saying no to things that I’m not interested in, even if its a person I care about!

Question of the Day: What do you plan to do more of to attract happiness into your life in 2022?

The last images I referenced were some of my friends, and I actually find drawing requests to be quite fun, because it allows you to step out of your comfort zone and draw things you've never drawn before, and that can be really refreshing! (i drew a cat skull today because of this XD)

ANDYYY!! Again with such an insightful and inspiring video!! Randomness, redraws and all those approaches that you suggest are definitely ones I would love to apply to my own workflow <3 An astronaut inspired youu..maybe its because of your stinky poopoo smelliness in amongoose? >:D And your discord challenge was soooo fun to do and I can’t wait to finish my entry to the next one! The last image or rather images I used as reference are interesting modern statues and installations! I love observing their abstract and ambiguous forms and morphing them into my own paintings ❤️ LETS FIGHT ORT BLOCK TOGETHER!! Its nothing against creative people like us!! <3

Im really glad I found this channel, awesome vid man

Im so glad i found this video! Thank you for sharing this!

Such an inspiring video as always andyyy!! <3 Taking a break definitely helps reinforcing my creative gateways ;; especially listening to ambient music, watching immersive shows and clearing the mind through working out! I see made in abyss there hehehe >:D When I struggle with art block I love just listening to natural sounds and music that transport me to a different world, or go outside and take photos of sceneries, those really help me formulate very interesting concepts that I didn't initially expect to come to mind! So happy that breaks serve a therapeutic purpose for you, and keep up with the amazing work that you dooo! <3 sending you so much loveee!

I don't get art block anymore but I agree taking breaks is healthier in the long run for your creativity.

my fave video from you andy ! and so proud of your growth and determination. You are def going places friend and I can't wait to see what you come out with next c: keep inspiring <3

Ahhh I think this might be my favourite video from you that you've made so far! The editing was beautiful and I don't think that your previous experience in photography is a waste at all - the way you're combing that experience now with KZfaq and show casing your art is incredible! My big vice is procrastination which underlies my inner perfectionist. I procrastinate to avoid feeling like a failure or inadequate. I've been wanting to also start creating KZfaq videos or start streaming, but I just can't quite push myself enough to just do it I find your content really inspiring though, so know that you are impacting at the very least one person with your content! (though from the other comments, it's definitely more than just me that you're inspiring! Keep at it <3)

You are soo great in video making as well bro!!... And your voice is very soothing too❤