Landscapes

Pixel Art Landscape

Ready to dive into the world of pixel art? This simple tutorial guides you through creating a lovely pixel art landscape on a 300×200 canvas. You’ll learn techniques like setting up a drawing guide, drawing mountains and hills, and using layers for depth. We’ll use just one brush, the Pixel Brush, for the entire project. By the end, you’ll have a simple but lovely pixel art landscape!

Brushes used:

  • Pixel Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 300 x 200 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Using Drawing Guides: Master the art of setting up a grid for pixel-perfect accuracy
  • Mountain and Hill Creation: Learn how to shape and color mountains and hills
  • Shadow and Light Effects: Add dimension with strategically placed shadows and highlights
  • Finalizing and Exporting: Resize your artwork for the best display without losing the charm of pixel art
Landscapes

Tropical Scene

If you’re looking to add a splash of color and creativity to your day, I’ve got just the thing for you. We’ll be creating this tropical scene together, with free Procreate brushes of course!

By the end of this tutorial, you’ll have not only a charming landscape but also a richer understanding of Procreate’s tools. So, grab your iPad, get comfortable, and let’s create something beautiful together! And don’t forget, if you’re proud of your artwork, share it on Instagram and tag me – I’d love to see your interpretation of this landscape. Happy creating!

Brushes used:

  • Soft Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Sword Grass Brush
  • Oceans Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Flamingo Brush
  • Palm Tree Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Alpha Lock: Learn how to utilize alpha lock for color filling
  • Layer Masks: A great tool for non-destructive editing, allowing you to hide and reveal parts of your layer without permanently altering it
  • Using Adjustments: Experiment with adjustments like Gaussian Blur, Motion Blur, and Glitch to add depth and texture to your landscape
  • Layer Blending Modes: Discover how to use Multiply and Add blending modes to create shadows and light effects on water
  • Creating Silhouettes: With the Flamingo and Palm Tree brushes, you’ll learn to create and manipulate silhouette shapes effectively
Landscapes

Landscape in a Sphere

During this Procreate tutorial we’ll create this lovely looking landscape inside a sphere. I’ll take you through all the steps, so no worries! I’m looking forward to seeing your results.

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Pine Tree Broad Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 3500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating and Centering Shapes: You’ll learn to make perfect circles using the Quick Shape tool and center them on the canvas with the Snapping feature
  • Working with Layers and Clipping Masks: Use layers and clipping masks to neatly contain the landscape within the sphere
  • Applying Lighting and Shadows: The tutorial shows how to effectively use different layer blending modes like Multiply and Hard Light to create realistic lighting and shadow effects
  • Creating a 3D Effect: You’ll learn to make the sphere and the landscape within it look three-dimensional, with tips on adding gradients, reflections, and light sources
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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Food

Ice Cream Shop

Ready to create a charming little ice cream shop in Procreate? This tutorial is perfect for both beginners and seasoned Procreate users. You’ll discover how to utilize Procreate’s fundamental tools like the Selection, Move and Transform, Symmetry tools, Alpha Lock, and Layer Masks. By the end of this fun tutorial, not only will you have a cute ice cream shop illustration but also a boost in your Procreate skills and confidence.

Brushes used:

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

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating Basic Shapes: Learn to make various shapes like rectangles and circles using the Selection tool and filling them with color
  • Using Symmetry: Utilize the Symmetry tool for even and mirrored designs
  • Layer Management: Gain proficiency in creating new layers, using Alpha Lock for non-destructive editing, and using Clipping Masks for detailed work
  • Shading and Texturing: Enhance your artwork with shadows, highlights, and textures using different brushes and blending modes
Landscapes

Stylized Beach

In this Procreate tutorial we’re going to create a breathtaking Sunset Beach illustration. Don’t worry if you’re just starting out or if you’ve never picked up a digital brush before; I’ve got you covered every step of the way. By the end of this tutorial, I promise you’ll look at your creation and feel an immense sense of achievement. And hey, if you feel like sharing your masterpiece on Instagram, make sure to tag me so I can see your amazing work. Perhaps it’ll even get featured in one of my next videos!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Studio Pen
  • Light Pen
  • Flare Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating a Gradient Sky and Sun: You learn to utilize Gaussian blur for smooth transitions in the sky and for the sun
  • Layering and Color Blending: Through the use of multiple layers and alpha lock, you gain insights into blending colors seamlessly for a natural look.
  • Use of Layer Masks and Blending Modes: The tutorial introduces advanced concepts like layer masks and blending modes for creating light effects
Food

Kawaii Veggies

Always eat ehhh.. draw your veggies! Let’s create this kawaii trio together 😃 This tutorial is perfect for anyone looking to add cuteness and character to their digital illustrations. You’ll learn how to create simple yet expressive characters, manipulate layers effectively, and apply colors and details to make your art pop. Ready to create your own Kawaii veggies? Let’s get to it, and don’t forget to share your adorable vegetable friends!

Brushes used:

  • Basic Sketcher
  • Smooth Lines
  • Tapered Lines

Canvas Size:

  • 3500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Basic Character Sketching: Learn to sketch simple, appealing characters using fundamental shapes. This tutorial shows you how to break down a character into basic circles and leaf shapes, creating a foundation for more detailed work
  • Line Art Techniques: Develop your skills in creating smooth, clean line art
  • Color Application and Clipping Masks: Gain proficiency in applying flat colors and using clipping masks for adding shadows and highlights
  • Adding Final Details and Background Design: Learn to add finishing touches, including shadows under characters and engaging background elements
Rooms

Watercolor Desk

In this Procreate watercolor tutorial, you’ve learned to craft a delightful messy desk scene, perfect for embracing a more relaxed, artistic style.

Brushes used:

  • Basic Sketcher
  • Flotastic Inker
  • Round Watery Brush
  • Loaded Round

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Loose Sketching Techniques: Mastering the art of creating initial sketches with the Basic Sketcher, focusing on placing objects loosely to set the base of your scene
  • Refining Sketches: Enhancing your rough sketch by adding details and adjusting layer opacities for better visibility during the process
  • Line Art Creation: Learning to use the Flotastic Inker brush for line art, emphasizing wonky lines to add character to your artwork
  • Coloring and Layering: Gaining skills in coloring with the Round Watery brush, understanding how to layer colors for depth, and using layer masks for selective color removal
  • Lighting Effects: Exploring the use of Gaussian blur and bloom settings to create realistic lighting effects in your digital watercolor painting
City Scene

City Skyline

In this fun and easy tutorial we’ll create a stunning looking city scene. Have fun!

Brushes used:

  • Basic Sketcher
  • Soft Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush
  • 6B Compressed
  • That’s a Line Brush
  • Square Brush
  • Salamanca Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2000 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Layer Management: Learning to create, merge, and adjust layers was crucial, especially for managing the foreground and background elements
  • Gradient and Color Blending: We’ll master the art of creating smooth gradients for the background and adding subtle light effects
  • Creating Building Shapes: We’ll focus on abstract shapes for buildings, using various brushes to add uniqueness to each structure
  • Adding Details and Textures: Exploring adding intricate details like antennas and refining textures, such as the moon’s surface, for realism.