2D Virtual Avatar Creation and Animation with Live2D and SAI

Virtual avatars allow creators to present themselves online using dynamic 2D characters. Understanding how to construct and rig these models opens exciting creative possibilities for digital artists and online creators. This text-based course guides you through the process of preparing layered character art and animating it using Live2D Cubism and illustration tools like Paint Tool SAI. You will learn to: - Understand essential rigging terminology, mesh structures, and parameter concepts - Prepare and layer character artwork cleanly in graphics software for seamless animation - Import art files into Live2D Cubism and structure warp and rotation deformers - Configure core movements including eye blinks, mouth forms, and head turns - Set up basic physics parameters for natural hair and clothing sway - Prepare and export completed character files for face-tracking software integration The material begins with foundational definitions and layered art principles before guiding you through practical parameter mapping and motion mechanics. Designed for beginner artists and aspiring avatar creators, no prior rigging experience is required. Start reading today to build and animate your own virtual character from scratch.