During this tutorial we’ll create this lovely mountain landscape together. We’ll start by blocking in basic shapes. Once we have these shapes, we’ll start adding lots of texture. I have added a brush pack for easy brush picking and a color palette with all the colors we’ll use.

Brushes used:

• Soft Brush
• Square Chalk Brush
• Flat Painter Brush
• Rough Edged Stone Brush
• Rough Little Stick Brush
• Lighten Line Brush
• Darken Line Brush
• Multiply Brush
• Rough Spackles Brush
• On The Flo Brush
• Smear It Around Brush
• Chalk Mixer Brush

Canvas Size:

• 4000 x 5600 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Creating gradients: You’re starting off by using a soft brush to craft a gradient for the sky. This part of the tutorial walks you through blending colors smoothly
• Blocking in major shapes: Here, the focus is on the crucial step of shaping your landscape. By using the square chalk brush, you’re learning to outline the essential forms that serve as the foundation of your artwork
• Texturing: Dive into the art of texturing with an array of brushes. This segment shows you how to bring the mountains, grass, and clouds to life
• Layer management: Managing your layers is key in digital painting. Throughout the tutorial, you’re getting hands-on experience with creating and organizing around six or seven layers, using techniques like clipping masks and alpha lock for a streamlined, non-destructive workflow

During this intermediate level tutorial we’ll be creating a realistic looking light bulb. We’ll be making use of the selection tool to get crisp edges for our bulb and use a variety of brushes to get a nice shiny effect. You’ll find a brush pack with all the brushes used attached to this post, along with the color palette.

Brushes used:

• Flotastic Sketcher
• Smooth Lines Brush
• Basic Flo Brush
• Lighten Line 2
• Smudgy Hair Brush
• Overlay Brush
• Lighten Line
• Light Pen
• Soft Brush
• Bokeh Light Brush

Canvas Size:

• 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Sketching with Ease: We start by laying down the bulb’s initial shapes, using the Flotastic Sketcher brush for its versatility and precision
• Applying Base Colors Symmetrically: Procreate’s symmetry tool becomes crucial as we paint the base layers, aiming for balance and visual appeal
• Adding Depth with Shading: Exploring the effects of shadows and highlights allows us to add volume and a sense of realism
• Capturing Glass Texture: We tackle the challenge of glass by manipulating transparency and reflections, perfecting the art of blending colors for a shiny finish
• Creating a Blurry Background: The process extends to crafting a background that sets our bulb apart, using light and shadow to highlight the main subject

During this easy tutorial we’ll be creating a colorful retro doodle! We’ll be using some photos as a base, so the process is really easy. You can use the same technique for loads of different objects 😃

Here are links to the photos we use during this tutorial:

• Controller
• Camera
• Cassette Tape

Brushes used:

• Monoline Brush
• Dry Ink

Canvas Size:

• 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Photo Manipulation: Learn to rearrange and resize photos on your canvas, setting the stage for your doodles
• Creating Outlines: Master the use of the Dry Ink brush to trace and simplify your objects into basic, doodle-like shapes
• Quick Shapes: Utilize Procreate’s Quick Shape feature for perfect circles and straight lines, making your doodles look crisp
• Coloring Techniques: Explore harmonious color selection and apply flat colors using the Monoline brush for a cohesive look
• Adding Shadows and Highlights: Discover how to use layer blending modes like Multiply and Screen to add depth and dimension to your doodles

In this tutorial I’ll show you an easy way to create colorful animal portraits drawing over a photo. It’s a fun technique that gives an amazing result. Have fun!

Brushes used:

• Inka
• Round Brush
• Dry Flat Marker

Canvas Size:

• 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Creating Expressive Outlines: Using the Inka brush, discover how to trace the animal’s outline with pressure sensitivity, varying line thickness for a dynamic effect
• Adding Color and Texture: Explore techniques to layer colors and textures beneath the outline layer, using brushes like the Round Brush and Dry Flat Marker for diverse effects
• Balancing Color and Shape: Gain insights on balancing colors, adding varied shapes, and adjusting the overall composition by turning off the photo layer to assess color balance

Skills Learned:

• Simplifying Shapes: Begin by breaking down hands and feet into their most basic forms. For hands, think of the palm as a rectangular block and group the fingers together before detailing individual ones. This method helps in reducing complexity
• Understanding Structure: Pay attention to the underlying structure of hands and feet. Noticing the arches in fingers and toes, as well as the volume and cushions where the digits attach to the palm or foot, is crucial
• Proportion and Alignment: Learn to measure distances between joints and ensure that the width of the wrist is narrower than the palm. Recognize that fingers and toes are not uniformly straight but have varying lengths and alignments

In this more advanced level tutorial I will show you the process of painting this lovely landscape with a castle. Will start with a rough sketch and then start color blocking, slowly building up the detail of this piece.

Brushes used:

• Flotastic Sketcher
• Base Painter
• Flotastic Brush
• Overlay Brush
• Flotastic Blender
• Dabby Brush
• Barky Brush

Canvas Size:

• 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Sketching Foundations: We will start with a basic sketch of the castle, focusing on perspective and structure
• Layer Management: Efficiently use layers for different castle parts and the background
• Color Blocking: We’ll explore blocking in colors for various elements, such as the background, castle, and foreground
• Detailing and Texturing: Delve into adding details and textures to the castle, using different brushes for varied effects
• Color Tweaking and Final Touches: Learn how to tweak colors for dramatic effect, adjust lighting, and add final touches like reflections and noise for a cohesive look

In this delightful Procreate tutorial, we dive into the whimsical world of doodle creation! Creating these colorful doodles is super fun and relaxing. And following my step by step instructions it’s super easy!

Brushes used:

• Chalk Pencil
• Fineliner Brush
• Script Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Sketching Techniques: Learn to sketch with the Chalk Pencil, using simple shapes to build complex doodles. Emphasis is placed on using Quick Shape for perfect ovals and clean lines
• Layer Utilization: Discover the advantage of using multiple layers for different elements, allowing easy rearrangement and adjustments during the creative process
• Line Work: Master the art of clean line work with the Fineliner Brush, including varying line weights for added visual interest
• Coloring and Patterns: Explore efficient coloring methods using a reference layer and adding playful patterns for more intricate designs
• Shading and Highlighting: Understand how to add depth and dimension to your doodles by applying shadows and highlights, considering the light source for consistency

Skills Learned:

• Sketching from the Outside In: Starting with angular, box-like outlines to capture the overall shape before moving inward for details
• Sketching from the Inside Out: Visualizing and constructing the animal’s form with basic shapes like circles, cylinders, and rectangles
• Utilizing References and Anatomy: The importance of using reference images and understanding animal anatomy for accurate sketches
• Creating a Feedback Loop: Comparing your sketches to references or basic shapes overlaid on your work to identify and correct mistakes

In this advanced tutorial we will take a complex photo and turn it into a more stylized digital painting. The original photo was created by Steve Roe: https://www.redbubble.com/people/phrames/works/31098852-incheon-rain-2 Please make sure to credit the original photographer when sharing your work.

Brushes used:

• Flotastic Brush Pack

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Using a Perspective Grid: You’ll learn how to set up a perspective grid in Procreate, helping to maintain accurate proportions and perspectives throughout your drawing.
• Layer Management: The tutorial emphasizes the importance of organizing layers, especially when dealing with complex scenes
• Selection Tool for Crisp Edges: Using the selection tool to create clean, sharp edges, essential for detailed architectural elements
• Color Blocking: You’ll see how blocking in colors can lay the groundwork for the detailed work that follows, helping to separate elements in the scene
• Adding Glow Effects: The tutorial explores techniques for adding glow effects to neon signs and lights, adding a realistic touch to the digital painting.