Every character I draw starts with one word, not one drawing. Here is my whole process, using the little fox from this month.
1. Start with a word
Sleepy, brave, curious. The word decides the shapes, the colors and the pose.
My character design process, step by step
From a single word to a finished character, the way I design every new friend
YYuki Tanaka
October 16, 2026
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