Evan Cheng
About Evan Cheng
Evan Cheng serves as the Art Director of Character Design at Sesame Workshop, a position he has held since 2001. He specializes in digital and traditional animation techniques and has contributed to various projects, including the online comic strip Sesame Bits.
Work at Sesame Workshop
Evan Cheng has served as the Art Director of Character Design at Sesame Workshop since 2001. Over the course of 23 years, he has played a crucial role in developing and redesigning iconic Sesame Street characters. His responsibilities include adapting character designs to align with specific themes for various products, particularly for events like Comic Con. Cheng's work contributes to the ongoing evolution of character representation within the Sesame brand.
Education and Expertise
Evan Cheng studied at AIPH, where he focused on Animation from 1996 to 1998. This educational background laid the foundation for his expertise in traditional animation techniques, including background design, prop design, layout, and inking. Cheng is proficient in digital tools such as Photoshop and Illustrator, which he utilizes for character design and digital applications in games and apps.
Character Design Skills
Cheng specializes in bluelining, a technique used in both publishing and product design. His skills extend to various aspects of character design, ensuring that characters are visually appealing and thematically appropriate. His proficiency in traditional and digital animation techniques allows him to create engaging designs that resonate with audiences.
Online Comic Strip Contributions
Evan Cheng created, wrote, and pencilled an online comic strip titled Sesame Bits. This project showcases his storytelling abilities and artistic skills, contributing to the broader Sesame Workshop content portfolio. The comic strip serves as a creative outlet that complements his work in character design.