Symbolism in Character Design: From Visuals to Narrative
Rob Salkowitz | Inkwell | Clinton Jones aka Pwnisher | XPPen | Claire HummelExplore the art world with XPPen, the industry-leading digital art innovation brand dedicated to empowering creators and artists. We invite panelists to shed light on the relationship between storytelling and character design in illustration, games, and 3D. Moderated by Rob Salkowitz (Forbes senior contributor and freelance journalist), this panel brings together visionary artists: Clinton Jones (@pwnisher), 3D artist and founder of 3D Community Challenges; Dustin Panzino (@Inkwell), freelance illustrator who has collaborated with Disney and Blizzard; and Claire Hummel (@shoomlah), concept artist with extensive game industry experience. Whether beginner or professional, this panel provides practical techniques, industry insights, and fresh perspectives on creating characters that resonate.