Exploring Shape Theory

I looked at shape theory when designing my characters. The idea is that most characters can be broken down into simple shapes, and these shapes generally have meaning, or language, to them. Circular features represent friendliness, square and rectangular shapes represent stability and reliability, and angular and triangular shapes represent energy, or villainy. Using this breakdown, I analysed my characters.

It works out well, because both Natalya and Lor are supposed to be friendly but energetic characters, with Lor mainly comic relief while Natalya as a main character has some strength and reliability, hence the rectangular chest area. On the other hand, Leonie and Catrin are a lot more reliable, as mentor-like friends of Natalya who she seeks advice from and looks up to, so they have a lot more rectangular shapes to them. Catrin, having a bit more of a playful and approachable exterior, also has more round shapes prevalent in her design.