Landscapes

Stained Glass Sunset

Ready to dive into a fun and easy Procreate tutorial? We’ll be creating a stunning stained glass-style “Sun at Sea.” All you need is a canvas of 2500 pixels x 2500 pixels and the brushes already in the Procreate app. Enjoy the creative process and happy painting!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Wet Sponge Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating Perfect Shapes: Draw perfect horizontal lines and circles by holding your pen in place and tapping one finger on the screen
  • Using the Drawing Guide: Enable and customize the drawing guide to create symmetrical designs effortlessly
  • Layer Management: Work with multiple layers to separate elements and maintain control over each part of your drawing
  • Applying Alpha Lock: Lock layers to paint within the boundaries of your shapes, adding texture and color variations easily
  • Adding Texture with Brushes: Use the Wet Sponge brush to add texture and color variety, giving a realistic stained glass effect
City Scene

Watercolor Street

In this tutorial, we’re extending our watercolor storefront into a cute street scene. Follow along as we expand the canvas, add more buildings, trees, and details to create a lively street. Let’s get started!

Brushes used:

  • Basic Sketcher
  • Wash Brush
  • Tinder Box
  • Wet Paper Base
  • Round Watery Brush
  • Layering Brush
  • Half Loaded Brush
  • Splatter Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 4000 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Resizing the Canvas: Learn how to resize your canvas in Procreate to accommodate more elements in your artwork
  • Blending Edges with Layer Masks: Use layer masks to seamlessly blend elements together for a cohesive look
  • Adding Perspective and Depth: Create the illusion of depth with perspective lines and overlapping elements
  • Layering Watercolor Effects: Master the technique of layering watercolor effects to add richness and texture to your painting
  • Using Highlights and Textures: Add finishing touches with highlights and paper textures to enhance the watercolor effect

Watercolor Shop

In this tutorial, I’m going to show you how to create a charming storefront using Procreate on your iPad. We’ll go from sketching and inking to watercolor painting, ending with a lovely little storefront. If you want to take it even further, join me on Patreon for the exclusive second part of this tutorial. Let’s dive in!

Brushes used:

  • Round Chalk Pencil
  • Tinder Box
  • Wet Paper Base
  • Round Watery Brush
  • Wash Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Using the Drawing Guide and Drawing Assist: Learn how to use these tools to make your sketches more accurate and easier to follow
  • Creating Loose and Wonky Lines: Embrace imperfection in your line art to add character and a natural feel to your drawing
  • Layering Watercolor Effects: Understand how to layer colors and use Procreate brushes to achieve a watercolor look
  • Adding Light with Layer Masks: Use layer masks to bring back light in specific areas and add depth to your painting
  • Highlighting with White Gel Pen Effects: Add final touches and highlights to your piece using a white color brush for a gel pen effect
Landscapes

Paper Cutout Hills

In this step-by-step Procreate tutorial, I guide you through the process of creating a realistic paper cutout effect. You’ll learn how to manage layers, add shadows for a layered look, and create fun paper cutout trees. Creating paper cutout art in Procreate always require some patience, but the end result is always worth it!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Studio Pen

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Managing Layers: Efficiently use and organize multiple layers, including merging and duplicating to save space
  • Creating Shadows: Apply Gaussian Blur and Multiply blending mode to create realistic shadows for a 3D effect
  • Using the Selection Tool: Utilize the Selection Tool to create precise shapes and color fills
  • Symmetry Drawing: Implement the Drawing Guide’s symmetry feature for creating symmetrical elements like trees
Creatures

Happy Owl

In this fun and easy tutorial we’ll draw a happy owl together. We’ll use special brushes to create a chalk like texture, perfect for a children’s book illustration. It’ll be fun!

Brushes used:

  • Basic Sketcher
  • Round Chalk Brush
  • Rough Round Brush
  • Subtle Chalk Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Layer Management: Use multiple layers to separate different parts of the drawing, making it easier to adjust and refine each element
  • Rule of Thirds: Position the main subject according to the rule of thirds for a balanced and visually appealing composition
  • Alpha Lock and Clipping Mask: Utilize alpha lock and clipping masks to add details and textures without painting outside the desired areas
  • Texturing Techniques: Apply various brushes and colors to create realistic textures and depth, enhancing the overall look of the illustration
Food

Fruity Shake

I’m feeling the summer vibes! For this tutorial we’ll create a colorful, fruity shake illustration. It’s fun and easy.

Brushes used:

  • Basic Sketcher
  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Powdered Shader
  • Smooth Pencil
  • Round Chalk

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Sketching Techniques: Using basic shapes and guides to create a composition sketch
  • Symmetry and Transformation Tools: Utilizing Procreate’s symmetry tool and transformation features to ensure elements are aligned and proportional
  • Texturing and Shading: Adding depth and texture using the Powdered Shader and Smooth Pencil
  • Detailing and Final Touches: Applying highlights, shadows, and small details to bring the characters to life, adding personality to the illustration
Landscapes

Watercolor Sun at Sea

Here’s a short and fun Procreate tutorial for you. In under 15 minutes I will show you how you can create this watercolor sun at sea landscape. You’ll learn a bunch about the features in Procreate along the way!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Wash Brush
  • Round Watery Brush
  • Styx Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Drawing Perfect Circles: Utilize the Monoline Brush with snapping to draw and center perfect circles
  • Layer Masking: Add and manipulate layer masks to refine shapes and effects
  • Creating Watercolor Effects: Use the Wash Brush and Round Watery Brush to simulate watercolor textures in the sky and water
  • Selection and Clipping Masks: Effectively use selection tools and clipping masks to add depth and layers to the painting
Landscapes

Calm Beach

Here’s a fun, easy and relatively short landscape tutorial for you. The perfect way to relax 😊 We’ll create this calm beach illustration with complementary colors.

Brushes used:

  • Studio Pen
  • Soft Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Using Complementary Colors: We explored how using colors opposite each other on the color wheel can enhance the visual appeal of your artwork
  • Detailing with Brushes: How to use various brushes to add details like grass and clouds, making the scene more dynamic
  • Final Touches with Alpha Lock and Clipping Masks: Mastery in fine-tuning details and textures on specific layers without affecting others
Characters

Create Your Own Character

Create your own unique character during this easy step by step tutorial! You will get various options for drawing eye, mouths, noses and hair. Every outcome will be absolutely unique!

Brushes used:

  • Round chalk pencil
  • Studio Pen
  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft brush
  • Script brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Symmetry and Structure: Using the symmetry tool and guidelines to place facial features accurately
  • Effective Sketching: Utilizing liquify and drawing assist for sketch modifications
  • Color and Texture: Applying colors and textures efficiently, using layers and blending modes to add depth