How to Draw Characters with Megan Kearney

Master the Art of Character Creation!

From expressive poses to unique silhouettes, this three-session workshop with Megan Kearney will teach you how to design characters that feel believable, dynamic, and full of personality. Whether you’re creating original characters for comics, animation, or illustration, this course will give you the tools to bring them to life.

What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Character Construction: Build characters from basic shapes for clarity & impact
✔️ Expression & Gesture: Capture movement and emotion through posing
✔️ Silhouette & Readability: Make sure your designs stand out and are instantly recognizable
✔️ Style Adaptation: Learn how to adjust designs for different industries (comics, animation, etc.)
✔️ Professional Insights: Tips from Megan’s experience working with Disney, Scholastic, HarperCollins, and more

About Your Instructor: Megan Kearney

Megan Kearney is a Toronto-based cartoonist, writer, illustrator, and educator with a background in animation. She has worked with Scholastic, Disney, Paramount Animation, and Temple Hill Productions, among others. Her award-winning graphic novel Swan Lake: Quest for the Kingdoms received a Kirkus Starred Review and is currently in development at Paramount Animation. Megan’s next book, Corpse de Ballet, is expected to release in 2026 from First Second Books.

🔗 Spots are limited—register now to develop your character design skills with a pro!

This program does not require approval under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005