Eye Drawing
In this tutorial, we break down the steps for drawing a realistic eye, perfect for beginners whether you’re using Procreate or a traditional pencil. The process is divided into manageable stages to help you confidently sketch, refine, and shade your drawing. Let’s get into it!
Brushes used:
- Round Chalk Pencil
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 2000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Drawing the basic eye structure: Start by sketching the eyeball and eyelids, ensuring the iris and pupil are properly aligned within the eye’s natural curvature
- Shading the eye for realism: Use gentle strokes to create shadows under the eyelids and add volume to the lower lid by drawing two lines that define its thickness
- Adding and refining eyelashes: Carefully place the eyelashes according to their natural direction and curve
- Creating depth in the iris: Use light strokes radiating outward from the center of the iris to mimic the texture, darkening the outer edge for added contrast
- Using highlights to bring the eye to life: Erase areas to introduce highlights in the eye and surrounding areas, especially the tear duct and lower lid, for a more vibrant appearance
Isometric Art Room
Isometric drawing tutorials are super popular, and after so many requests, I’m excited to bring you this cozy art room tutorial! We’ll go step-by-step, starting from setting up the isometric grid to adding personalized details like windows, plants, and even a desk. By the end, you’ll have your very own art room scene.
Brushes used:
- 6B Pencil
- Dry Ink
- Studio Pen
- Wet Sponge
- Mad Splashes
- Snow Gum
- Soft Scattery
- Easel
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Setting up an isometric grid: Learn how to set up your isometric grid for easy isometric drawing
- Building the room’s structure: Create the base and volume for your isometric room by following the grid with precision, forming walls and objects like windows
- Creating clean line art and details: Refine the sketch using the Dry Ink brush for crisp lines and add essential room elements like desks, canvases, and plants
- Adding shadows and depth: Use multiply layers and clipping masks to cast convincing shadows and add depth to your room’s objects
- Drawing Sun Rays: Learn how to create lovely soft sun rays shining in your isometric room
Procreate Brush Making
In this video, you’ll learn all the basics of creating your own brushes in Procreate! I know you’re short on time, so I’ve kept it short and sweet, focusing on the most important features to get you creating brushes in no time. Whether you’re starting from scratch or adjusting existing brushes, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know. We’ll cover the differences between shape and grain, brush settings like spacing, jitter, stabilization, and pressure sensitivity, and even how to organize your brushes into custom sets. You’ll also discover how to add textures to create unique, professional-quality brushes.
Paradise Tree
Ready to create a stunning landscape in Procreate? In this tutorial, you’ll follow step-by-step instructions to craft a beautiful scene, complete with a detailed tree, textured rocks, and a dramatic sky. You’ll learn how to layer elements, add gradients, and build natural textures, all while keeping the process fun and easy. Grab your iPad, and let’s bring this landscape to life—you’ll be proud of the results!
Brushes used:
- Studio Pen
- Soft Brush
- Copperhead Brush
- Rad Brush
- Mountain Ash Brush
- Stipple 2.0
- Simple Grass Brush
- Hard Airbrush (modified)
- Light Pen
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 2000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Layering Techniques: Learn to create depth in your landscapes using multiple layers and clipping masks for smooth, editable changes
- Gradient Shading: Use soft brushes and Gaussian Blur to create subtle, realistic gradients in skies, mountains, and rocks
- Custom Brush Adjustments: Modify the Hard Airbrush to add jitter and texture, making it perfect for detailed tree foliage and cloud formations
- Texture Creation: Add visual interest by using different brushes (like Copperhead and Rad Brush) to apply natural textures, enhancing grass, trees, and rocks
- Foreground and Background Elements: Master creating depth with foreground elements like trees and rocks, blending them into the scene with layer masks and shadowing techniques
Felt Landscape
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create a colorful, felt-inspired landscape in Procreate. It’s a fun and easy process, and I’ll guide you through every step. With two brand-new brushes from the Procreate Treasure Chest, you’ll build textured hills, mountains, clouds, and more. By the end, you’ll have a soft, fabric-like design that you can apply to all sorts of projects. Grab your iPad, follow along, and let’s get creative!
Brushes used:
- Felt Texture Brush
- Blotchy Felt Brush
- Tinder Box Brush
- Oberon Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2000 x 2300 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating felt-like textures: Use the Felt Texture and Blotchy Felt brushes to simulate fabric textures
- Building shapes with layers: Separate layers for hills, mountains, and other elements allow for easier texturing and shadow effects
- Adding realistic shadows and highlights: Utilize multiply and screen layers to add depth, adjusting opacity for subtle blending
- Using Alpha Lock for precision: Apply textures and colors directly to specific shapes using Alpha Lock
- Incorporating stitching details: Add stitch effects around hills and water edges for a finished felt look
Desert Campfire
If you’ve ever wanted to draw a peaceful desert campsite under a starry sky in Procreate, this tutorial will walk you through every step. We’re using only the default brushes, so no need for extras! I’ll show you how to blend colors for the perfect sky, add glowing stars, and create a warm, inviting campfire scene. Make sure to share your work when you’re done—I love seeing all the different variations you come up with. Let’s dive in!
Brushes used:
- Studio Pen
- Medium Airbrush
- Soft Airbrush
- Nebula Brush
- Glimmer Brush
- Brush Pen
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 2000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Gradient Backgrounds: Blending colors smoothly to form a desert sky with varying shades
- Adding Nebula and Stars: Using Luminance brushes to craft glowing clouds and starry effects
- Layer Masking: Shaping and adjusting layers for fine-tuning elements like clouds and cacti
- Creating a Campfire Glow: Implementing subtle lighting effects to make the campfire and surrounding area feel warm and inviting
Cute Otter
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to draw an adorable otter in Procreate, perfect as a gift or to share online. The tutorial begins with simple shapes and uses the Round Chalk Pencil brush, ideal for adding texture and detail. The Liquify Tool is then used to adjust the basic shapes, followed by adding cute features like ears, eyes, and a shell. The final steps involve coloring and adding highlights, sparkles, and texture, making the otter come to life with a warm and playful look.
Brushes used:
- Round Chalk Pencil
- 2B Compressed
- 4B Compressed
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Using the Liquify Tool: Adjusts basic shapes to create the otter’s head and body structure
- Creating Fur Texture: Short, angled strokes add realism to the otter’s fur using the Round Chalk Pencil
- Layer Masking: Adds and refines details, like water ripples, without affecting other elements
20 Fun Doodles Vol.2
Brushes used:
- Dry Ink Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Simple Shapes: Learn how to draw basic shapes like sausages, triangles, and curves to form the foundation of your doodles
- Adding Facial Features: Discover techniques to add cute faces to your doodles, including eyes, mouths, and expressions
- Using Line Weight: Explore the impact of varying line thickness to emphasize different parts of your doodles and add texture
Isometric Book House
Let’s create a lovely isometric book house illustration! In this tutorial, you’ll master various features of Procreate while creating a whimsical book-themed house. I’ll guide you through essential techniques, such as using the isometric grid for precision and the alpha lock feature for coloring. Along the way, you’ll also discover how to create depth with layer clipping masks and lighting effects with the bloom feature. It’ll be so much fun!
Brushes used:
- HB Pencil
- Studio Pen
- Medium Nozzle
- Soft Brush
- Light Pen
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Utilizing Alpha Lock and Layer Masks: Learn how to efficiently use alpha lock for coloring within specific areas without affecting other parts, and how layer clipping masks help in adding effects that only apply to certain sections of your illustration
- Mastering the Isometric Grid: Discover how to activate and customize the isometric grid for precise drawing, ensuring your lines follow the exact angles needed for isometric designs
- Creating Lighting Effects with Bloom: Gain expertise in using Procreate’s bloom feature to add realistic lighting effects that enhance your illustration, giving it a magical and dreamy atmosphere
- Adjusting Layer Blending Modes: Understand how different layer blending modes, like “add,” can be used to intensify lighting effects and bring dynamic contrast to your artwork
- Designing with Freehand and Assisted Drawing: Balance between hand-drawn lines for a unique touch and assisted lines for precision, adding character and accuracy to your artwork