Character Design Quarterly (CDQ) is a lively, creative magazine bringing inspiration, expert insights, and leading techniques from professional illustrators, artists, and character art enthusiasts worldwide.

Each issue provides detailed tutorials on creating diverse characters, enabling you to explore the processes and decision making that go into creating amazing characters. Learn new ways to develop your own ideas, and discover from the artists what it is like to work for prolific animation studios such as Disney, Warner Bros., and DreamWorks. The cover of issue 16 features bespoke artwork by playful illustrator and art director, Rafael Mayani and is accompanied by an interview and insights into his making processes. Packed with industry observations, inspiration, and practical advice from professional artists including Rayner Alencar, Noor Sofi, and Nuria Tamarit, issue 16 offers something for every character designer.