Character Design 101
Above are a few character design/development videos that really demonstrate just how much a character will change.
Also check out this writer's digest blog for other tips for character designing:
Try watching this video where the artist makes a reference sheet and takes note on the characters different features:
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Here is a great character reference diagram sheet by @thesileintchloey for when you need to draw out your character a lot. Character sheets make it easier when you need to draw the character consistently.
Other External Sources
“Character Reference Sheet~Nym.” DeviantArt, www.deviantart.com/thesilentchloey/art/Character-Reference-Sheet-Nym-711541987.
“8 Ways to Write Better Characters.” Writer's Digest, 31 May 2018, www.writersdigest.com/writing-articles/by-writing-goal/improve-my-writing/8-ways-to-write-better-characters.
Art, Chris McQuinlan. “How To Draw A Character Reference Sheet.” YouTube, YouTube, 20 Feb. 2017, www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOkBdi0y-QY.
Norlund, Dina. “Eva's Character Development ( Character Design Advice).” YouTube, YouTube, 11 May 2018, www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1-kHz00g64.
DrawingWiffWaffles. “Designing My Own PRINCESS CHARACTER! | March Paletteful Pack Unboxing.” YouTube, YouTube, 7 Apr. 2018, www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VE1lo5ZcLU.
Big Chill. “10 Shades of Color & the Personality Types Behind Them.” Big Chill, Big Chill, 29 Nov. 2016, bigchill.com/blog/inspiration/blog/10-shades-color-personality-types-behind/.
“Pinterest.” Pinterest, www.pinterest.com/.