Study the target anime style’s key features
Break the character into basic shapes
Match the head shape, eye shape, and face proportions to the style
Adjust the body proportions to fit the style
Simplify or add detail based on the style’s complexity
Copy the line quality of the style
Use the same hair shape language as the style
Match the clothing folds and design language
Keep the character’s defining traits recognizable
Redraw the character in multiple poses
Compare your drawing to reference images
Repeat until the style and character identity both stay consistent