Enjoy a selection of illustrations, sketches, model sheets and tutorials by various artists, collected and shown here for educational and inspirational purposes only. All the material is carefully researched, credited and collected in our main Pinterest library, which is organised in specific boards that you can use to get inspired, study others work, connect ideas and convey the emotion for your own projects.
Remember that this is a simple preview of the actual artworks featured on our Pinterest board. Click on any of the pictures below to be redirected to our main gallery and discover the websites, online stores and Patreon pages of the individual creators. Every artwork remain the property of the respective © copyright holders.
Character Design References (CDR) is an online platform that celebrates and showcases exceptional character-focused art within the realms of animation, illustration, games, and comics. It stands as a vibrant hub for the largest community of character designers on the Internet, uniting over 1 million artists, art enthusiasts, and animation fans from across the globe.
At CDR, we curate and share exquisite artworks on a daily basis, providing a constant source of inspiration and creative fuel for our passionate community. We gather the finest references and tutorials, serving as a valuable resource for artists seeking to refine their skills and explore new techniques in character design. Through our collective appreciation for visual arts, we foster a dynamic and supportive environment where artists can connect, collaborate, and grow together.
Whether you're an established professional, a student, an aspiring artist, or simply an admirer of the art form, CDR invites you to join our ever-expanding community and partake in the celebration of character design excellence. Explore, create, and be inspired as we embark on a journey filled with limitless artistic possibilities.
