Plants/Flowers

Pen and Ink Lotus

Let’s have fun with pen and ink and create this lotus flower. By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have a beautiful, realistic flower and a new set of skills to apply to your future Procreate projects. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep experimenting and have fun with your artistic journey!

Brushes used:

  • 6B Pencil
  • Fineliner Brush
  • Round Watery Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 3500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Guided Sketching: Starting with simple ovals as guides, you’ll learn to sketch the flower, understanding the structure and placement of petals
  • Line Art Creation: Transitioning from sketch to line art using the Fineliner Brush
  • Adding Texture and Hatching: You’ll add texture and depth to your flower with hatching techniques, focusing on light and shadow
  • Watercolor Effects: Utilize the Round Watery Brush to apply watercolor effects, creating a delicate and realistic look
  • Layer Blending and Paper Texture: Learn how to blend layers effectively and add a paper texture for an authentic finish

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