From what you posted, it seems as if you're not looking to get a model to draw, but instead looking for a way to bring your drawings "to life" (you mentioned animation).

From the sketch you posted, the model looks a little like Judy, she comes with Poser 7 as a legacy figure from Poser 5. The hair looks a little like Quarker's Baby Doll hair (available at DAZ). I've seen similar skirts around, as well as the boots and utility belt. I don't believe that I've seen that specific style of top. So, like the rest of us, you'll be enjoying the challenge of converting clothes to the figure you want to use and trying to make, borrow, beg, buy or jimmie-rig the clothing style not readily available.  :rolleyes:

So, the "core software" it seems you'll need, are actually at least two packages. Poser 7 and try out a free modeling application like Wings3D or Blender. A free application will give you the opportunity to get a feel for different styles of applications, as well as discover whether modeling is something you want to pursue. You also might want to look at utilities to convert clothing from one model to another.

You might chose to go a completely different route that maintains the handdrawn look you've achieved, so take a look at applications like Anime Studio, which will (I think) allow you to scan in and work with what you've created already
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](http://www.contentparadise.com/us/user/anime_studio_5_pro_full_version_product_21990)Regardless, there are quite a few steps between concept and completion whichever route you take. And quite a big difference between working with pencil and paper and electrons. My best advice would be to counsel patience and that you enjoy the learning curve. And lastly, try not to write off the application because it doesn't instantly produce what you want.

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