Designing Vector Based Characters in Moho Pro (Udemy.com)
Learn how to design cartoon characters in Moho Pro using vector points and other tools!
Created by: Chad Troftgruben
Last updated July 2019
What you will learn
- Assemble a workflow for designing Moho characters for graphic design or animation
How it compares
Against the other 545 rated Udemy courses in 3D Modeling on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.8 out of 5higher than 90% of them
- Reviews195#321 of 546 by number of reviews
- Length3.7 hoursshorter than 68% of them
- Last updatedJuly 2019earlier than 80% of them
Course Description
While Moho is known for animation, it has a wide range of vector design tools that can be useful for creating artwork. Vectors are nice due to their flexibility with animation and inability to degrade in quality when blowing up the design. Moho can design still art or complex objects and characters for animation. In this course you will learn all about designing a character for animation in Moho, including:
Importing a sketch
The Add Point Tool to morph and shape various parts
The Curvature tool for creating nice curves and bends
Building a head, hair, body, limbs and more
Applying line details to maximize appeal
Applying shades and highlights to breathe life into the rig
Building and masking eyes and mouth for easy animation later on
Other tips and tricks to help you succeed in designing characters in Moho Pro
Instructor Details
- 4.8 Rating
195 Reviews
Chad Troftgruben
I have spent several years learning different kinds of software while freelancing personal and commercial projects. Along the way I have collected a bunch of useful knowledge that can be translated into engaging video tutorials. So while I continue to create zany animated adventures, I want to share with you what I have learned.
I have worked for several companies over the years creating eLearning content. Some of these include: Smith Micro, Virtual Training Company, Packt Publishing, Train Simple and Pluralsight.
My animation is freelance based and isn't as well known as my eLearning content. I have a few animation projects I currently have my hands in. In addition, I work for others who need animation assistance.
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Reviews
By Oakley Fluckiger on 3/12/2026
very very good. your instructions were very clear and easy to understand, the skills I learned will greatly help me in my journey of making my own indie animated show and I am excited to continue with future courses of yours.
By Keith Weber on 9/15/2025
The Moho vector design was excellent clean, precise, and thoughtfully structured. It clearly outlined all the essential components needed to build out a character, making the process smooth and easy to follow. Highly recommend for anyone looking to develop characters efficiently in Moho.
By Patrice Bourget on 4/16/2025
Really, I thought that course would be tricky, but it really was not. It's a bunch of short, friendly lectures that really help you achieving all this without breaking too terrible of a sweat. And it's the first Moho class I take where everything in the software behaves as it does in the lecture. But to be fair, you do need to match his version of Moho. Moho's behavior is really subject to change throughout versions. But really, I have to say that this course is very inspiring. I'm starting his rigging course next without the slightest hesitation.
By Jady Allen on 9/27/2024
Easy to follow i hope there will be more to come in future
By Philip Shellabarger on 8/30/2023
I appreciate how the instructor takes the time to complete each step along the way instead of speeding up footage or skipping ahead after verbal instructions!
By Robert de Groot on 5/5/2022
This course is great for getting to know Moho. Chad explains really well and his voice is pleasant on the ears. However, as a graphic designer, I always get easily annoyed with how people work with the curvature tools. He gets what he wants though, so can't say it's wrong or anything. Overall I highly recommend watching this course when you're new to Moho. Looking forward to starting his next course on rigging and animating. Thanks, Chad!
By Abel Rubio on 1/15/2021
Muy buen maestro. Buscaba la forma de empezar en Moho, ya que animaba en un software que resultaba difícil animar. Este curso es la mejor opción para principiantes, pues te ayuda a conocer todas las herramientas y a navegar por las diferentes propiedades del personaje. Luego de este curso, continuaré con el curso de rigging.
By Rodney Martin on 9/10/2020
Excellent introduction to drawing a character from a design sketch using MOHO vector art tools! Looking at the design sketch again after completing the course, I now have ideas on how to develop my own character designs as well as the knowledge on how to create them in MOHO with organized layers ready for animating. I am now moving on to Chad's character animation course...
By Alan Rose on 8/27/2020
Chad's course is very well planned and he knows the material inside and out. I never had the sense that he was unprepared or just winging it. The pace is just right and his attention to detail is remarkable. Some might say obsessive, but I won't. I learned a lot.
By Michael Chomse on 1/15/2019
This is an excellent course as an introduction to designing vector characters. The course was well-laid out, easy to follow and hugely instructional. Follow along with the instructor and you will have designed your character from start to finish. I would recommend both the instructor and the content to anyone who is new to Moho Pro and to vector design. I'm looking forward to continuing with the next course from Chad Troftgruben.
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Overall Score : 96 / 100










