Brushes used:

• Studio Pen
• Stressed Pen
• Juizy Marker
• Scratch the Surface Brush
• Glitter Streak Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Key Skills Learned:

• Creating Custom Shapes: Learn to draw baubles with unique shapes and add dimension using simple brush strokes
• Adjusting Composition: Use Procreate’s transform tool to reposition elements for a balanced layout
• Adding Patterns and Textures: Master textures and patterns with alpha lock and custom brushes for a rich, festive look
• Glitter Effect: Use the special glitter brush to add sparkles to your design
• Background and Final Touches: Add subtle texture to the background with lowered opacity for a polished finish

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

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

Brushes used:

• Round Chalk Brush
• Fineliner Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Layer Management: Explains how to use layers effectively for different parts of the bee, like the body, eyes, and wings, enhancing organization and editing flexibility
• Alpha Lock Use: Teaches how to use Alpha Lock for precise coloring within shapes, perfect for adding stripes to the bee and shading the eyes
• Shading and Highlighting: Shows techniques for shading the eyes and adding highlights to bring the character to life and give it a “derpy” expression

Brushes used:

• Dry Ink Brush
• Monoline Brush
• Medium Nozzle
• Wet Sponge
• Wash Brush
• Glowing Brush
• Round Brush
• Soft Brush
• Light Pen
• Old Beach Brush
• Studio Pen
• Tinder Box Brush
• Eaglehawk Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Projects:

• Creating a Colorful Animal Portrait: Learn to transform a photo of your pet into a vibrant, expressive artwork using a color-changing brush technique
• Designing Glowing Stars: Master the art of drawing and glowing star-filled skies, incorporating color dynamics and layer blending modes for a luminous effect
• Crafting an Abstract Watercolor Piece: Explore abstract art by creating random lines and filling them with watercolor brushes for a relaxing painting session
• Drawing a Cute Cat with Symmetry Tool: Utilize Procreate’s Symmetry tool to draw an adorable, perfectly symmetrical cat, enhancing it with colors and shadows
• Making a Minimalistic Tree: Discover how to use selection tools and layer masks to create a stylized, minimalistic tree with a calming aesthetic
• Drawing Black and White Planet Doodles: Delve into drawing various planets with unique textures and rings, adding depth and interest to a cosmic scene
• Painting a Simple Watercolor Landscape: Learn to layer washes of color to form a serene landscape, complete with clouds and a sun, on a textured paper effect
• Creating a Cute Bee Illustration: Combine basic shapes and Procreate’s drawing guides to create a charming bee, surrounded by flowers and clouds
• Building Stylized Watercolor Houses: Use artistic brushes to construct colorful, stylized houses, adding windows, doors, and trees for a whimsical village scene
• Crafting a Colorful Little Monster: Experiment with shapes, colors, and layers to bring to life a unique monster, filled with personality and whimsy

This Procreate tutorial is short and sweet! In just 15 minutes I will show you how you can create this night sky landscape on your iPad. We’ll use brushes that are already in the app plus some free Procreate brushes from my treasure chest, so don’t forget to sign up for my weekly newsletter if you haven’t already.

Now let’s get started and create a lovely landscape!

Brushes used:

• Medium Brush
• Monoline Brush
• Soft Brush
• Script Brush
• Pine Tree Brush
• Simple Grass Brush
• Light Pen
• Blackburn Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Gradient Creation: Learn how to create a gradient in Procreate by making use of Gaussian Blur
• Layering Techniques: Learn how to build up an illustration with multiple layers for the sky, hills, moon, and details like trees and grass
• Using Alpha Lock: You’ll apply gradients to shapes by locking layers, preventing colors from going outside the shapes
• Drawing Assists and Transformations: Utilize Procreate’s drawing guide for perfect lines and warp tool for dynamic distortions
• Brush Adjustment: Learn how to adjust a brush to make it perfect for creating nebula clouds

I have a charming but simple tutorial for you! We’ll have fun creating this cute little bird using chalk brushes. It’s a short project to get you into the flow.

Brushes used:

• Rough Round Brush
• Soft Edge Faded Brush
• Chalky Liner

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Shape Creation: You’ll learn to draw simple shapes like circles for the bird’s head and ovals for its body and wings, essential for creating the basic structure of your illustration
• Layer Management: This tutorial will teach you how to effectively use layers, including adding new layers for different elements and using Alpha Lock for editing specific areas without affecting the rest
• Texture and Detailing: You’ll explore adding textures and details to your bird, like feathers and a beak, using various brushes and techniques
• Adding Final Touches: You’ll learn to add final details like branches, leaves, and a paper texture overlay, giving your illustration a polished and complete look