{"id":33788,"date":"2020-09-08T11:35:52","date_gmt":"2020-09-08T11:35:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graphicmama.com\/blog\/?p=33788"},"modified":"2022-08-08T12:42:26","modified_gmt":"2022-08-08T12:42:26","slug":"character-illustration-examples-ideas-inspiration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/graphicmama.com\/blog\/character-illustration-examples-ideas-inspiration\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Character Illustration Examples and Ideas [Mega Inspiration]"},"content":{"rendered":"

Character illustration<\/a>, since the earliest days of neolithic cave art to today’s 3d game characters, has always been and will probably always be an essential art form. The changes in character illustration styles, fashions, and techniques typically represent the changes to art in general. This article is not history, this article is designed to show off modern, trending styles of character illustration<\/a> to inspire illustrators to come up with their own characters and illustration style. It is also targetting people searching for a character illustration for their brand, website, campaigns, or any other reason and showing you the type of thing that is around today, inspiring your ideas and concepts of what you want to be created for you and helping you show your designers exactly what you expect.<\/p>\n

By splitting the top character illustration style of the day into categories, we’ve made it easy for you to scroll down to the areas you are drawn to but also to browse and be inspired by the high quality, highly stylized, and highly original character illustration that pushing the standards of art onwards and upwards.<\/p>\n

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1. 3D Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n2. Flat\u00a0Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n3. Abstract Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n4. Outline Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n5. Retro \/ Vintage Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n6. Monochrome Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n7. Hand-Drawn Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n8. Geometry Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n9. Pixel Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n10. Pinup Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n11. Manga Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n12. Over Proportion Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n13. Paint Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n14. Sketch style\u00a0 Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n15. Isometric Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n16. Texture Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n17. Styles Mix\u00a0Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n18. Color Mix Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n19. Doodle Character Illustrations<\/a><\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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20. Futuristic Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n21. Pattern\u00a0Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n22. Graffiti Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n23. Low Poly Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n24. Traditional Cartoon Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n25. Game Style Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n26. Cute Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n27. Realistic Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n28. Watercolor Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n29. Modern Cartoon Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n30. Pastel Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n31. Colorful with Stroke Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n32. Modern Minimalist Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n33. Thin Stroke Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n34. Flat + Gradient Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n35. Ink Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n36. Chibi Character Illustrations<\/a>
\n37. Comic Character Illustrations<\/a><\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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1. 3D Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

3D character illustration is more a type than a style but nevertheless a growing trend especially online, where animation and movements are coming more into play. Using shadow and shading to create a 3d effect that adds realism gives greater engagement. Here are some very different types of 3d character illustrations that exemplify the type of work that is becoming more and more popular today.<\/p>\n

\"Amazing

Example by Leo Natsume<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"Cartoony

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"3D

Example by Miagui .<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"LUSH

Example by SUBIN YOON<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t

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\"space

Example by Grzegorz Kamieniecki<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"3D

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"3D

Example by Miguel \u00c1ngel Camprub\u00ed<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"stay

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Creative

Example by Maxim Shkret<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Amazing

Example by Neel Designs<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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2. Flat\u00a0Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Flat character illustration<\/a>, the effect opposite to 3d works equally well digitally or in print. Taking away any effort at realism but can create stand-out, memorable images that get a very direct message across to the viewer. . Graphic icons are just one example, but there are many other great flat character illustrations that hit the mark, and here are a few examples.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\"Funny

Example by yujin Won<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Female

Example by Benoit Drigny<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Flat

Example by Kit8<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"Flat

Example by Jonathan Larenas<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"Woman

Example by Ani<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Great

Example by \u0415\u0432\u0433\u0435\u043d\u0438\u0439 \u0429\u0435\u0440\u0431\u0430\u043a\u043e\u0432<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Flat

Example by GraphicMama<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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3. Abstract Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Character illustration in an abstract style matches the freedom of abstraction with the form of a character. Creating interest, and often eye-catching design, abstraction makes the viewer work but often with long-term benefit. Especially popular in logo design but these two fine examples show how different this style can be.<\/p>\n

\"Creative

Example by Spencer Gabor<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"Abstract

Example by Dmitry Stolz<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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4. Outline Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Sometimes the simple things are the hardest to achieve. By using an outline technique, the character illustration is stripped down leaving nothing to hide behind. These great examples of outline characters<\/a> are confident and stylish and convey a direct concept.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\"Outline

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Man

Example by Agnieszka Bro\u017cyna<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Creative

Example by Isaac Anthony<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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5. Retro \/ Vintage Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Retro and vintage never die. Flexible, varied, and suitable for so many things. Essentially the skill of combining the latest technology and artistic thinking alongside a retro feel is what makes these character illustrations extra special. Something for everyone.<\/p>\n

\"Retro

Example by Tony Babel<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Retro

Example by Gast\u00f3n Pacheco<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Vintage

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Vintage

Example by Thom Niessink<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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6. Monochrome Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Single color and shades of that color, stand out. Confident, laid bare but slick and cool. You don’t have to go black and white, play with other colors too. Monochrome character illustration focuses the viewer on the image and the message. Just look at these superb examples.<\/p>\n

\"Monochrome

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Sport

Example by our own night<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Child

Example by Artyom Khamitov<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Girl

Example by Akshay Raghavan<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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7. Hand-Drawn Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Personality oozes from hand-drawn character illustrations of that there is little doubt. The latest drawing software solutions offer a great chance to create freehand style drawings digitally not only on paper. We emphasize time and attention to detail this style is ideal for more personalized, craft-type businesses or businesses that want to add an extra special boutique feel. These examples illustrate just some of the amazing ways hand-drawn illustration can fit into your work.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\"Girl

Example by Kris Howes<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"hand-drawn

Example by Kristiana Vellucci<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Colored

Example by Carlos Fernandez<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"Sport

Example by Jeremy Noceda<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Man

Example by Pablo Stanley<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Dancing

Example by Grit<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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8. Geometry\u00a0 Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Strong lines, blocks, and color dominate the ideas of geometric character illustration. allowing you to create imaginative and interesting character combinations which look great in all types of promotion and advertising. Simple but solid a nice combination.<\/p>\n

\"amazing

Example by Pes Motion Studio<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Minimalist

Example by Ana Duje<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Bird

Example by Catur Argi<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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9. Pixel Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

A kind of computer retro look, we’ve come so far in this area that now it’s possible to have fun and go back. Fun and imaginative, almost abstract concepts. Check out this selection of different ideas.<\/p>\n

\"Pixel

Example by GraphicMama<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"Pixel

Example by Jiayang<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Dancing

Example by Gustavo Viselner<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"pixel

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"pixel

Example by RGZNSK .<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"pixel

Example by Pixel Jeff<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"dinosaur

Example by Pako<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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10. Pinup Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Retro, pop art type pinup character illustration that won’t suit every situation but in the right place can have a dramatic effect. Graphic and classic. Here are some standout examples to get your creativity flowing.<\/p>\n

\"Pinup

Example by Alexandra Erkaeva<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Pinup

Example by Alexandra Erkaeva<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Retro

Example by DGIM studio<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"pinup

Example by Saul Herrera<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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11. Manga Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

This Japanese cultural phenomenon is now huge in the west. Using a highly stylized comic book style, Manga character illustrations can be angular and dramatic or softer and cute, either way, they will get the kid’s attention.<\/p>\n

\"amazing

Example by Mercedes Bazan<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Manga

Example by soyeon KIM<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Manga

Example by Mercedes Bazan<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"manga

Example by Mike Anderson<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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12. Over Proportion Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

By taking what on the face of it looks like quite a normal piece of art and using aspects of disproportion, you can suddenly transform your character illustration into something oddly quirky and interestingly different. Here is a selection of art that does this superbly well.<\/p>\n

\"over-proportion

Example by Darya Semenova<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"over

Example by MUTI<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"women

Example by Elmira Gokoryan<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Over

Example by Diana Stoyanova<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Over

Example by Horvath Timea<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"over

Example by Anton Fritsler<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"minimalist

Example by Frederique Matti<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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13. Paint\u00a0 Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Like hand-drawn techniques, drawing software is working on paint effects and styles with brilliant innovations. Painted character illustrations have bags of personality and can be totally diverse depending on the effect you wish to create. These amazing examples show just part of what can be done.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\"Paint

Example by Jamilya Bukrina<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Modern

Example by Alyona Nagel<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"happy

Example by Meimo Siwapon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"child

Example by Ekaterina Savic<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Crying

Example by Emanuela Di Donna<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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14. Sketch style\u00a0 Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Sketched character illustrations take the personal elements of hand-drawn and add a more experimental feel. Often stunningly eye-catching especially if using a digital package as it seems a style completely at odds with the medium. Wide-ranging suiting any technique, just check out these inspiring examples.<\/p>\n

\"Animated

Example by spovv<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"red

Example by Meimo Siwapon<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"woman

Example by Agata Kubiak<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"multiple

Example by Inna Grevtseva<\/p><\/div>\n

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15. Isometric Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Isometric character illustrations add perspective and are often used for technical or explanatory drawings, combining details and space in a well-organized, well-planned way. By adding character illustration you can add a human touch whilst retaining the style. Here is a collection to inspire.<\/p>\n

\"Amazing

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Futuristic

Example by Zuco \u2022<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Isometric

Example by Mikhail Mogilnikov<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t

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\"Isometry

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Isometric

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

You may also be interested in more cool isometric examples, check out\u00a060+ Incredible Isometric Illustration Examples That Praise This Style<\/a><\/p>\n

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16. Texture Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

The texture is big in design at the moment but it doesn’t have to be used for background design. Texture in character illustration gives the touch-me quality that draws the viewer in, it can add depth and interest to a characterization. Let your imagination run wild with what textures you want to use, there are no rules to break.<\/p>\n[\/column]\t\t

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\"Texture

Example by Anastazi Li<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Texture

Example by Aleksey Zhdanov<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Texture

Example by Pierre Kleinhouse<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Multiple

Example by Augusto Zambonato<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Great

Example by Tomasz Wo\u017aniakowski<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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17. Styles Mix\u00a0Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

One of the top trending fashions in design a the moment particularly on the web is mixing up styles. Interesting and exciting combinations of techniques can be used to highlight certain areas and provide focal points. Often highly contrasting styles such as hand-drawn and geometric work brilliantly overlaid or side-by-side. Here are a few examples to whet your appetite.<\/p>\n

\"style

Example by Manuel Neto<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"Character

Example by Gustavo Henrique<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"3D

Example by Andre Laham<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Cartoon

Example by GraphicMama<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"style

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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18. Color Mix Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Why not try mixing the colors, rather than or as well as the styles. Clashing color combinations or unusual color palettes are one way of creating an instant impact in your character illustrations, and here are some ways in which it’s worked expertly well.<\/p>\n

\"Character

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Color

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Girl

Example by Daniela Paz<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Fresh

Example by Delfina Perez Adan<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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19. Doodle Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Doodle character illustrations are often warm, free, and fun and like sketch style immediately hit you in digital media as they seem at odds with the more logical, cold idea of computer art. Using new techniques on drawing and painting software packages, the world of doodling in an absolute possibility. Look at what can be done, with a bit of imagination.<\/p>\n

\"Colored

Example by Sebastian Abboud<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Fun

Example by Sebastian Abboud<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"fun

Example by Sebastian Abboud<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Doodle

Example by wotto76<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Do you need doodle illustrations? Check out these 50+ Doodle Illustrations for your Designs<\/a><\/p>\n

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20. Futuristic Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

The future used to feel bright, and the clashing neon colors and highlights reflect this style in these futuristic character illustrations. Wildly imaginative, innovative techniques and certainly screaming for attention, this could be the style that gets you or your brand noticed.<\/p>\n

\"Futuristic

Example by Fabien Rousseau<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Futuristic

Example by Neil V Fernando<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"futuristic

Example by Burak Cinar<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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21. Pattern\u00a0Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Pattern, like texture, is a creeping trend. Using patterns, such as cross-hatching or circles to illustrate color and shade and distinguish between areas is a fantastic idea. Incorporating into character illustration makes a refreshing change from a block of color and leaves plenty to the viewer’s imagination. Browse through these top-class examples to see how it’s done.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\"Pattern

Example by Rafael Monteiro Bicalho<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Awesome

Example by Alexander Jackson<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Tiger

Example by BIG MOUTH<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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22. Graffiti Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Graffiti art and street art, in general, is flying high in the popularity stakes and one can see why. Imaginative and without limits it’s edgy and memorable and often very, very clever. If you’ve got the type of brand that these images suit then graffiti character illustration offers endless possibilities to get your image out there. Here are some cracking examples.<\/p>\n

\"Monster

Example by ILUSTRONAUTA ok<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"funny

Example by Thunder Rockets<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"cartoon

Example by Andrew Derr<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Modern

Example by Alex Garcia<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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23. Low Poly Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Polygon design trends in character illustration, add dimension and simplification but can still be complex and exciting. Sharp lines and shapes form in angular facades are energetic and added shading and color make them pop from either page or screen. Here are some exceptionally cool examples to get your creative juices rising.<\/p>\n

\"Beautiful

Example by Mohamed Chahin<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Low

Example by Carlos Miguel Dioquino<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by Ralis Daum<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Low-poly

Example by Jona Dinges<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Low-poly

Example by Wojtek Fus<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Animal

Example by Nicola Guest<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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Low Poly Cartoon Characters by GraphicMama<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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24. Traditional Cartoon Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

We all grew up with cartoons, and this tradition is variable enough and flexible enough never to go out of fashion. You can create real personality in character illustration -so many different styles and choices of medium, you’ve got decades of inspiration to choose from. here are a few of our favorites.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\"Traditional

Example by Peter Slattery<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Traditional

Example by Lemonade Illustration Agency<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Traditional

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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25. Game Style Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Game Style character illustrations using all the latest technology and combining it with classic fantasy art. Let your imagination run wild, innovative diverse styles inspired by games and inspiring art. For some really show-stopping examples check out this selection.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\"Game

Example by Brandon Duffy<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Game

Example by Misha Sviridenko<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Detailed

Example by Grafit Studio<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Amazing

Example by Inkration Studio<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Game

Example by Inkration<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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26. Cute Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

These cute examples of different subjects and styles are all super sweet and friendly. Dominate features are overlarge eyes, large heads, and expressive faces. Attractive, heartwarming stuff from different artists showing their soft sides.<\/p>\n

\"Cat

Example by Mohamed Chahin<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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Example by Henrique Athayde<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Big

Example by Jerrod Maruyama<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t

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\"Little

Example by Alfrey Davilla<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Cute

Example by GraphicMama<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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Example by Artua<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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27. Realistic Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Realism, hyperrealism, semi-realism. all come under the realistic banner here. Lifelike character illustration, or at least some realistic features and qualities. It’s not photographic quality and nor should it be, the artist puts themselves in the picture and draws out key qualities. A sensational selection to set you sailing.<\/p>\n

\"Realistic

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"Amazing

Example by Multiple Owners<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Beautiful

Example by MoveRama<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by Cameron Sagey<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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28. Watercolor Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Watercolor techniques give character art eternal sensitivity. Digital technology and software packages have brush apps, painting styles, and blurring, flowing, dripping, dispersion tools that mean that now you can transfer this traditional technique direct onto the screen. An effortless feel but plenty of flair for style. Our watercolor selection drips with class.<\/p>\n

\"Watercolor

Example by Nipen Bhuyan<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Watercolor

Example by Pako<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Watercolor

Example by Stella Schiffczyk<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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Example by Brian Moore<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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29. Modern Cartoon Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

More modern cartoons are modernistic in their artistic design too. Original, different, and spellbinding- the world is your artistic oyster for cartoon illustration – everything goes.<\/p>\n

\"Traditional

Example by Massimo Di Leo<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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Example by Dmitry M\u00f2\u00f3i<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by Federico Bonifacini<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t

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\"Modern

Example by Mili Koey<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by Alicja Gapinska<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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30. Pastel Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Pastel color, pastel shades, pastel quality. Character illustrations using pastels or in a pastel style are gentle, soft, soothing, and harmonious in a way that’s difficult to achieve with other styles. They instantly hit that note and tone of peacefulness, and restfulness, and give you a comfortable feeling. If this is what you want to portray your character, then you can’t go far wrong with pastel.<\/p>\n

\"Pastel

Example by Tatiana Obukhovich<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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Example by Daniela Sosa<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by zara magumyan<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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31. Colorful with Stroke Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

For color to be effective it doesn’t have to be brash and in-your-face. Check out how well the combination of softer colors works in these simple stroke character illustrations. Carefully used to add contrast to sections but retain the whole.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\"Colorful

Example by Marta Konyk<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by leir<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t

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Example by lailai<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by GraphicMama<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t

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\"colorful

Example by Jesse Mann<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by Jesse Mann<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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32. Modern Minimalist Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Minimalist character illustration works particularly well when representing concepts and ideas. Giving you enough to know where you stand but being abstract enough for your mind to focus on the meaning behind the character. Strong lines and simple shapes work together to create something seamless and stunning.<\/p>\n

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Example by Sushama Patel<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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Example by Pawel Olek<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by Jacek Janiczak<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Modern

Example by Dragon-one<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Example by Aliffajar<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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33. Thin Stroke Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Outlined character illustration strips away any thought or an illusion of realism, but these examples of thin stroke illustration use the outline to hold the figures together. Creating a whole character or bunch of characters whilst keeping a consistency of stroke that defines but doesn’t dominate.<\/p>\n

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Example by Markus Magnusson<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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Example by NESTI<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by Markus Magnusson<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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34. Flat + Gradient Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Gradient colors are another area where the best apps and software packages are pulling off something very spectacular. Lovely soft gradients, running the shades and hues together, allows naturalness in even the wild color palette. Very smooth and immediately engaging illustrations.<\/p>\n

\"Modern

Example by Shaf Majeed<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Example by Sunny<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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35. Ink Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Ink character illustrations have always held a very graphic quality, with precision and high definition. These qualities make these kinds of illustrations a perfect match for advertising and eye-catching design. Either fine lines or thick, depending on how bold you wish to be. we’ve picked a few quality examples so why not give this style a whirl.<\/p>\n\t\t

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\"Ink

Example by Pako<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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\"Ink

Example by Irina Trusova<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

\"Ink

Example by Yondr Studio<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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\"Amazing

Example by Ceren Burcu Turkan<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by Pako<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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36. Chibi Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

Chibi is Japanese slang for short or small and usually has positive connotations, the artistic style is characterized by small, cute bodies and large heads. These work extremely well in social media as they have easily recognizable emotions. A combination of cartoon and comic book, lovely and memorable.<\/p>\n

\"Cute

Example by Alexandra Dikaia<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Example by El Santa Santa<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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37. Comic Character Illustrations<\/h3>\n

These examples are from a set of typical comic-type illustrations. Cartoon designs with strong shadows to create depth, a good feel for patterns, and inventive use of brush strokes, varying the width and therefore the heaviness.<\/p>\n

\"Comic

Example by Igor Pavlinski<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t

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Example by Mike Anderson<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\t

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Example by Manuel Cetina<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n

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Example by GraphicMama<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Final Words<\/h5>\n

This is a cross-section of ideas and style mixed together in rather vague categories, with a total focus on quality, classy illustration examples. There are so many different styles and nuances within them and that’s what this is all about, be expansive don’t be held back, spread your artistic wings, and really be inspired by these examples of top-class character illustration.<\/p>\n

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