: Often full, curvy, or exaggerated into "wacky" smiles.

The "New Retro" style is defined by a departure from traditional "start-with-a-circle" cartooning in favor of .

: Includes tutorials on the basic "retro family unit," pets, action poses, and facial expressions. Defining Characteristics of the Style

: Uses thick, clean outlines (inking) to define silhouettes, which is a hallmark of the style.

: Applying saturated or pastel palettes without complex shading or gradients, mirroring the look of classic television animation.

: Brainstorming the character's personality and sketching small silhouettes to ensure they are recognizable.

Christopher Hart breaks down the "Retro" look through several specific exaggerations and technical "tricks":