Creatures

Underwater Scene

In this easy Procreate tutorials I’ll be guiding you through the steps of creating this bright and colorful underwater scene. We’ll start off by drawing a fish, then we’ll create a variety of underwater plants, next we’ll duplicate the plants to save ourselves some time and effort creating our scene. We’ll finish the project up by adding lighting effects, more fish and a bunch of bubbles.

I’m sure you’ll end up with a lovely result, so don’t forget to share it!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Spackle it Brush
  • Fineliner
  • Light Pen

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Shape Crafting and Adjustment: The tutorial kicks off with crafting a simple fish shape, showcasing how to perfect its form with the liquify tool
  • Efficient Layer Use and Coloring Techniques: Learn how to make use of alpha lock for easy coloring
  • Blending Modes for Depth and Glow: Get familiar with blending modes like Multiply and Screen to add depth and glow to your scen
  • Creative Composition and Duplication: Learn how to duplicate, rearrange, and recolor elements to build a cohesive and visually appealing scene
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Chipmunk

Heya Flocreators! In this more advanced realism painting tutorial we’ll be painting this cute little chipmunk. I’ll guide you through my process from sketch to finish and create a color palette along the way. I have attached it in case you want to use it, but it’s a great exercise to try and pick the colors yourself. You can do it! Grab your pencil and iPad and let’s get creating.

Brushes used:

  • Basic Sketcher
  • Base Painter
  • Darken Line Brush
  • Lighten Line Brush
  • Basic Flo
  • Shader Brush
  • Rough Spackles Brush
  • Flotastic Brush
  • Dibby Dabby Brush
  • Smudgy Hair Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Overlay Brush
  • Flo Darka Brush
  • Flo Lighta Brush
  • Standard Blender
  • Loose Hairs Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating a Sketch: Learn how to sketch the chipmunk by starting with broad shapes and then adding details
  • Base Coloring and Layering: Learn how to lay down base colors and build on top of those to fine tune your colors
  • Detailing and Texture: The use of various brushes to add texture and details to the chipmunk, including fur patterns, eyes, and the surrounding environment
  • Enhancing Realism through Shadows and Highlights: Techniques for using layer masks on duplicated layers to refine shadows and highlights without losing underlying details, enhancing the realism of the painting
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Blue Monster

Heya Flocreators! I’m super excited to share a fun, easy, and absolutely adorable tutorial on Procreate where we’ll be bringing a cute little blue monster to life! Whether you’re just starting your digital art journey or you’re looking to add new tricks to your arsenal, this tutorial is packed with useful tips and tricks that will make your creative process even more enjoyable.

We’ll dive into some of my favorite tools and techniques in Procreate, like the Liquify tool, the wonders of the Symmetry tool, the simplicity of creating quick shapes, and making use of Alpha Lock for that perfect shading and texture.

And, if you’re feeling proud of your blue monster (which I’m sure you will!), I’d love to see your masterpiece! Share it and tag me on Instagram – it’s such a joy to see your creations, and who knows, your monster might just make a cameo in my next video!

So, grab your iPad, open up Procreate, and let’s get started on this creative adventure together. Can’t wait to see what amazing monsters you all create!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Dark Noise Brush
  • Round Chalk Brush
  • Fineliner Brush
  • Chalk Pencil

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Liquify: Utilizing the Liquify tool to sculpt the monster’s shape, adjusting the brush size for different effects
  • Symmetry Tool: Employing the Symmetry tool for balanced designs, turning it on and off as needed for various elements like horns and arms
  • Creating Quick Shapes: Drawing perfect circles and using the snapping feature to center shapes precisely on the canvas
  • Mastering Alpha Lock: Applying Alpha Lock for efficient shading and texture detailing on specific layers without affecting others
  • Adding Shadows and Highlights: Strategic use of colors and brushes to add depth and dimension through shading and highlights
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Orange Monster

Hey everyone! In this tutorial, we’re creating a super cute monster in Procreate. I’ll show you how to sketch, color, and add some awesome fur texture step by step. It’s perfect for any skill level, so grab your iPad and let’s get started together!

Brushes used:

  • Basic Sketcher
  • Round Chalk Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Multiply Brush
  • Light Shader Brush
  • Darken Line Brush
  • Flo Lighta Brush
  • Lighten Line Brush
  • Overlay Brush
  • Fineliner Brush
  • Subtle Chalk Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Sketching and Basic Shapes: We’ll start with a simple sketch, using the Basic Sketcher to outline our monster’s body, arms, legs, and facial features
  • Creating Texture and Fur: Using the Round Chalk Brush, we’ll add fluffy, rounded fur to our monster, teaching us how to convey texture and volume through varied brush strokes
  • Coloring and Layering: We’ll learn how to apply base colors beneath our sketch layers, exploring the use of warm, reddish-orange tones and the chalky texture to achieve a cozy, inviting look
  • Detailed Shading and Highlights: Through strategic use of the multiply and lighten brushes, as well as the Flotastic Brush Pack, we add depth with shadows and highlights, enhancing the creature’s three-dimensional appearance
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Colorful Bird

In less than 20 minutes, you’ll transform a blank canvas into a work of art that’s bursting with color and personality. By following step-by-step instructions, you’ll be able to create this painterly, colorful bird. This project is perfect for beginners in Procreate!

Brushes used:

  • Oberon Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Shape Building: Starting with a simple oval for the body and adding elements like the tail, wings, and beak to construct the bird’s basic form
  • Layering Techniques: Learn to work with multiple layers for different parts of the bird, enhancing organization and editing capabilities
  • Clipping Mask & Alpha Lock: Utilize these powerful tools for precise coloring within shapes and adding textures without affecting the base layer
  • Color Blending & Texturing: Explore the use of the smudge tool with the Oberon brush to blend colors seamlessly and create a painterly texture
  • Expressive Coloring: Experiment with a vibrant color palette to bring your bird to life, using varying brush sizes and opacity to add depth and interest
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Love Birds

Here’s a cute Procreate tutorial which is perfect for Valentine’s day for instance! I’ll guide you through the process of creating this couple of cute love birds in easy steps. We’ll start of with a simple sketch before we start applying the line art. I’ll show you how you can make use of tools like alpha lock, clipping mask and the symmetry tool. You’ll be learning by doing! And you’ll end up with a lovely illustration which you can share with a loved one. Have fun!

Brushes used:

  • Round Chalk Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Technical Pen
  • Soft Brush
  • Script Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Sketching: Learn to sketch the basic shapes of the birds using simple geometric forms and the Round Chalk Pencil, establishing a solid foundation for your artwork
  • Symmetry Tool: Discover how to use Procreate’s Symmetry tool to create symmetrical elements
  • Layer Management: Learn how to organize your layers, which is crucial for a non-destructive workflow and for making adjustments easier
  • Layer Clipping Mask and Alpha Lock: Learn how to make use of these Procreate features to easily shade objects
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Cute Creatures

In this super easy Procreate tutorial, I will walk you through the delightful process of creating your very own unique and cute creature! This tutorial is perfect when you are just starting out with Procreate, but it’s also a lot of fun for seasoned Flocreators. Every outcome will be uniwue! I will show you how to draw various noses, paws, and tails. And we’ll be exploring Procreate’s basic features like layers, layer clipping masks, layer masks, and the Symmetry tool. You’ll be learning by doing!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Script Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Working with Layers: Understand how to create and manage layers for different parts of the creature
  • Using the Symmetry Tool: Learn how to make use of the symmetry tool and draw on two sides at the same time
  • Applying the Liquify Tool: Adjusting shapes to perfect the creature’s body and features
  • Layer Clipping Mask and Layer Masks: Mastering these features for detailed coloring and adding patterns
  • Creative Freedom: Get encouraged to make unique design decisions at every step, your creature will be one-of-a-kind!
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Art Nouveau Fox

Creating Art Nouveau style illustrations is always fun, so here’s another one! This time we’ll create this beautiful Art Nouveau style fox with swirly shapes. If you don’t feel like sketching, you can simply grab my lineart and trace that, it’s a great exercise actually. Have fun!

Brushes used:

  • Basic Sketcher
  • Studio Pen
  • Soft Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 3500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Shape and Structure Creation: Starting with basic shapes like circles and ovals to form the intricate structure of a fox, emphasizing the importance of foundational shapes in complex illustrations
  • Detailing and Refinement: Enhancing the initial sketch with swirly, Art Nouveau-inspired details that add elegance and complexity to the illustration, teaching you how to build on simple shapes to create detailed artwork
  • Line Art Techniques: Utilizing the Studio Pen for creating refined line art, focusing on varying line thickness and precision to bring out the details and character of the fox
  • Coloring and Shading: Applying colors strategically across layers and utilizing the reference layer feature for efficient coloring. The tutorial also covers gradient shading with the soft brush to add depth and dimension
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Black and White Cat

Let’s create something a bit more challenging together! This tutorial is perfect for both beginners and seasoned artists looking to explore a new style or sharpen their skills in digital art. By focusing on a single brush and basic colors, you can concentrate on the core techniques of digital drawing. In this tutorial we’ll start out with the basic shapes and proportions of the cat’s face and then start detailing, adding textures and lighting effects. It’ll be fun!

Brushes used:

  • Round Chalk Pencil

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Sketching Techniques: You’ll learn to sketch the basic shapes and lines, creating a rough outline of the cat’s face with a focus on light strokes for easy adjustments
  • Detailing and Refining: Gain skills in refining the sketch, particularly the eyes and nose, adding depth and realism to your portrait
  • Layer and Opacity Management: Discover how to effectively use layers and adjust their opacity for a better control over your drawing process
  • Texturing and Contrast: Understand how to use the Round Chalk Pencil to create textures, and play with light and shadow to bring out the cat’s features