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How To Draw Cartoon Characters

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Learn how to draw cartoons & cartoon characters from an acclaimed cartoonist in this free online video series of art lessons.

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Summary: A cartoon is any form of illustration usually drawn for a humorous effect. The word “cartoon” can refer to one drawing or a series of drawings that are put into motion when viewed in a certain order at a high speed. Comic strips are popular cartoons that are found in newspapers and magazines around the world and usually have a humorous, symbolic, or satirical meaning. Animated cartoons are shown on television for children around the world. Various themes of cartoons include animals, fables, fairytales, super heroes, and anime.

In this series of educational and instructional videos, you will learn how to draw a cartoon figure. Our entertainment expert gives a step-by-step demonstration on drawing a colorful “toon.” Begin this series with the video entitled “Getting started on face” and get tips for drawing the face of a cartoon character. View tips on drawing eyes, eyebrows, a nose, and ears. Learn how to draw different styles of hair on your cartoon character. In these do-it-yourself instructional videos, you can see how an expert draws the arms, legs, feet and torso of a typical cartoon character. Get firsthand tips on adding color and motion to your new cartoon friend! Use these videos as guidelines for creating your own character and begin a new hobby!

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Expert: Paul Louis is a professional filmmaker, writer and artist. His cartoon illustrations have been used as designs for puppets in several internationally seen children's TV shows and home DVDs, including the former nationally syndicated children's TV series, "Jelly Bean Jungle". Paul is also a certified content developer for Reallusion.com.

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