Character Design Quarterly 28

CDQ 28 is packed with ideas and inspiration, a whole host of tutorials interviews, and gallery artwork from professional artists all across the globe. This issue’s cover was created by Jackie Droujko. Through an in-depth tutorial and wide-ranging interview, we learn about how the cover came together, and important lessons from Jackie’s career to date. Kevin Hong brings a fantasy courier to life, Lidia Morales creates a fresh take on the classic character Tinker Bell, and Thomas Campi creates a romantic moment between two characters.

There’s loads more tutorials, interviews, and gallery images, so open up CDQ 28 and get your creative juices flowing!

BEHIND THE COVER ART by Jackie Droujko
COSTUME PARTY by Noor Sofi
ANGELIC AVIATION by Kevin Hong
CHARACTERS FOR ANIMATION by Maor Sharvit
ARTIST CATCH-UP Trudi Castle
THE ECO-WARRIOR POSE by Yaroslava Apollonova
FAIRY IMPORTANT PERSON by Lidia Morales
A CURIOUS CREATION by Isabella Agosti
THE GALLERY
ARTIST CATCH-UP Julia Körner
MAGIC MOMENTS by Thomas Campi

Character Design Quarterly is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques to professional illustrators, artists, and character design enthusiasts worldwide. 

This issue’s cover artist is Dave Guertin, shows us how he created this issue's absoring cover. Also in this issue, The mythical Sandman is reimaged by Flor De Jager, Jay Kim tackles our Characterize This challenge. We also talked to Jordi la Febre about working in graphic novels and animation. 

CDQ 28 is packed with inspiring tutorials and insightful tips for improving your designs.

With so much to explore, there’s something for everyone inside this issue of CDQ, no matter your skill level or experience.