Get ready to brighten your digital art skills with this super fun and easy Procreate tutorial. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting, this guide will help you create a delightful Happy Sun illustration. And guess what? There’s a follow-up video that teaches you how to animate it in Procreate Dreams! But let’s focus on the illustration part first!

You’ll start by setting up your canvas and drawing a central sun with symmetrical rays. Next, we’ll add textures and gradients to give life to your sun. Then, we’ll use a variety of brushes to detail the sun’s face and surrounding elements like clouds and plants. Finally, if you’re planning to animate your illustration in Procreate Dreams, you’ll learn how to prepare your files for importing into Procreate Dreams by exporting each layer as a PNG.

Remember, this tutorial is perfect for all skill levels. You don’t need any experience with drawing or Procreate to follow along. Be sure to share your radiant results, especially on Instagram (don’t forget to tag me!). Ready to infuse some sunshine into your digital art? Let’s light up your creativity with this Happy Sun illustration!

Brushes used:

• Monoline (Calligraphy)
• Carbon Stick (Charcoal)
• Script (Calligraphy)
• Copperhead (Drawing)
• Dry Ink (Inking)
• Soft Brush (Airbrushing)

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Creating Basic Shapes: Learn to draw perfect circles using the Quick Shape tool for the sun and its rays.
• Symmetry and Transformation: Use the symmetry tool for even sunrays and learn to transform and duplicate layers for consistent design elements
• Texture and Gradient Techniques: Add depth and interest to your sun and rays using various brushes and colors
• Layer Management: Master layer merging, alpha lock, and drawing assist to create complex illustrations with ease

Get ready to create a gorgeous looking sunset landscape in Procreate. I’ll guide you through all the steps so you don’t need any experience!

Brushes used:

• Script Brush
• Monoline Brush
• Soft Brush
• Light Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Layering Techniques: Learn to create and manage multiple layers for different landscape elements
• Brush Opacity and Size Adjustments: Understand how to adjust brush settings for different effects
• Gradient Creation: Discover how to blend colors seamlessly for a beautiful sky gradient
• Stylized Texturing: Experiment with wiggly lines and shapes to add texture to trees and hills

In this Procreate tutorial, we dive into the world of pen and ink illustration, using the Symmetry tool to create a stylized beetle with a lovely landscape inside. Perfect for artists of any level, this project can be adapted to various insects, like butterflies or bees for example. The possibilities are endless!

Throughout the tutorial, you’re guided through each step. We’ll be starting with a rough sketch of the beetle before we get to refining everything. The symmetry tool will come in super handy during this process! I’ll show you the importance of line weight in inking, creating depth and texture with stippling, and the thoughtful use of negative space in the composition.

By the end, you’ll have an amazing, stylized beetle illustration with a unique landscape inside. It’ll be fun!

Brushes used:

• Basic Sketcher
• Fineliner
• Stipple 2.0

Canvas Size:

• 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Using the Symmetry Tool: Master the use of Procreate’s Symmetry tool for balanced and mirrored designs
• Sketching Techniques: Learn sketching techniques using the Basic Sketcher brush, focusing on form and proportion
• Inking with Precision: Grow your inking skills using the Fineliner Brush, emphasizing line weight and clarity.
• Creating Textures: Develop skills in texturing, especially with stippling techniques for landscapes.
• Layer Management: Understand the effective use of layers and layer masks for non-destructive editing.

In this straightforward Procreate tutorial, we’ll craft a sleek pen and ink-style masterpiece. Join me as we use an easy brush to create a wolf head silhouette with a charming landscape inside. Learn the ropes of using Procreate stamp brushes and get familiar with sketching. You will learn texturing techniques, navigate the selection tool, and learn how to add a photo texture to your illustration.

The beauty of this tutorial? The acquired skills and style can kickstart a wide range of pen and ink illustrations. Ready to amplify your Procreate game? Let’s get started!

Brushes used:

• Wolf Head Stamp
• Fineliner
• Stipple 2.0

Canvas Size:

• 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Working with the selection tool
• Understanding alpha lock
• Adding photo texture to your art

Let’s jump into an autumn wonderland with this fun Procreate tutorial. We’re creating a charming fall landscape featuring a cozy cabin and vibrant foliage. Armed with the Flat Painter Brush, Flotastic Brush, and the Script Brush, we’ll paint our way through hills, bushes, and the cutest cabin ever. Learn how to play with layer blending modes, infusing warmth and shadows, and discover the art of layer masks for precise adjustments. From the distant hills to the forefront cabin, every stroke brings us closer to a heartwarming autumn masterpiece. So, let’s embrace the fall vibes and paint this magical scene together!

Brushes used:

• Basic Sketcher
• Script Brush
• Soft Brush
• Flotastic Brush
• Flat Painter
• Foliage
• Smudgy Leaves
• Flying Leaves

Canvas Size:

• 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Layer blending modes for atmospheric effects
• Color variation using different brushes
• Detailing branches and foliage

Get ready to dive into a delightful Procreate tutorial where I’ll introduce you to my latest free isometric brushes! Join the weekly newsletter to snag these gems from my Isometric Room Creator brush pack. With these brushes, you can effortlessly craft charming isometric rooms featuring a plethora of furniture, decorations, and more.

In this tutorial, I’ll guide you on how to utilize these assets to create an adorable Kawaii-style isometric room illustration. Don’t forget to share your masterpiece on Instagram—tag me in the image (not just the description) so I can discover and showcase your work in the next video.

For more Procreate goodness, check out my Patreon, where patrons enjoy exclusive tutorials and additional isometric brushes. Now, grab your iPad, charge it up, and let’s embark on this fun isometric drawing journey!

Brushes used:

• Wardrobe
• Comfy Bed
• Big Plant
• Fluffy Round Pillow
• Script Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Creating an isometric grid
• Using isometric brushes for furniture and decorations
• Positioning elements using the move and transform tool
• Coloring your lineart
• Adding shadows and highlights for depth in the illustration

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Time for some more Halloween fun! In this tutorial we’ll create these cute sticker style illustrations. You can easily use the color palette and the techniques used to create even more Halloween illustrations that match this little trio. So have fun!

Brushes used:

• Basic Sketcher
• Script Brush
• Monoline Brush
• Soft Brush

Canvas Size:

• 3500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Creating Character Shapes: We’ll start with basic shapes like ovals and circles to form the base of our characters – a pumpkin, a wisp-like creature, and a cat-like bat
• Adding Details & Expressions: You’ll learn how to add cute facial features and small details to bring personality to our characters
• Refined Sketching: Transition from a rough sketch to a more refined one, we’ll focus on cleaner lines and clearer shapes, setting a strong foundation for the inking phase
• Line Art & Color Filling: We’ll practice creating smooth line art with varied weights and filled colors using the line art as a reference layer
• Shading & Highlighting: We’ll add depth and dimension by shading and highlighting, enhancing the stickers’ appeal.

Brushes used:

• 6B Pencil
• Script Brush
• Monoline Brush

Canvas Size:

• 3500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Basic Sketching: Starting with simple shapes and adding details like a hat, eyes, and mouth to your ghost using the 6B Pencil
• Refining Sketches: Using the liquify tool to adjust shapes and creating a cleaner, more refined sketch over the initial one
• Line Art Techniques: Gaining control over line weight with the Script Brush and using the Monoline Brush for perfect eye shapes
• Coloring and Shading: Learning to use layers effectively for base coloring, adding shadows and highlights to give depth to your character
• Creating Backgrounds and Effects: Adding subtle background details and a sticker effect to your illustration for a polished look

In this tutorial, we embraced a free-flowing, painterly approach, focusing on loose brush strokes and color play. The aim is to let go of perfectionism and enjoy the process of painting. We’ll create this painterly cabin in an autumn forest.

Brushes used:

• Random Strokes Brush
• Dry Mixer Brush
• Smeary Damp Brush
• Opaque Thin Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Layering Colors: You’ll learn how to create depth and interest by layering different colors, using various brushes to achieve a loose, painterly effect
• Brush Control: Adjusting brush opacity and size for different effects taught us greater control and versatility in our painting techniques
• Smudging and Blending: Use the Dry Mixer Brush, we will master the art of smudging and blending colors, creating smooth transitions and dynamic strokes
• Adding Details and Textures: We’ll focus on adding details like tree trunks and leaves, using smaller brush sizes for finer work, and understanding how to balance detail with the painterly style