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Disney Character Designer answers your questions about Concept Art, Character Design for Animation, Digital Painting & Illustration.

Helping artists develop careers in animation, games, comics, kidlit and illustration since 2008...

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I'll help you maintain a positive and proactive mindset through heartfelt essays and interviews with professionals from a diverse range of artistic industries...

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Get clear, relevant feedback on your work and personalized career guidance in "The Clockwork Heart," my mentorship for aspiring professional artists...

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Find samples of my personal and professional work on the "Art" page. I'll offer behind-the-scenes insights and announcements via the "Posts" feed.

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Chris is always the guy to talk to when you don’t know what the f*ck is going on - when you have no idea what to do or where to go in your art career.
– Brendan Regulinski (Disney, Dreamworks)

About Chris:

Many of Chris’ students have become professional animation artists or illustrators and consider his teaching to be an essential part of their success.
Chris Oatley, wearing a light blue hoodie with a "pierced heart" graphic, presents on stage at the CTN-X Animation Expo to a large seated audience. Behind him, a projected slide reads 'You're never totally prepared for the opportunity to grow...' in orange text. The stage is lit in cool, blue and purple tones.

Since 2005, Chris has worked on a wide array of animated films, television shows, and video games. As a visual development artist, character designer, and illustrator, he has worked with clients like Disney, DreamWorks and Sony Pictures Animation. Recent projects showcase Chris's artistic versatility: He commemorated the 20th anniversary of The Lion King on Broadway as an …

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The best kind of teacher.
- ImagineFX Magazine

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How Quickly Our Convictions

Does your head get in the way of your heart when making art? An experiment in painting faster than I can think…