Cute Zombie
You totally got this! In this fun and super easy-to-follow tutorial, I’ll walk you through drawing your very own cute little zombie in Procreate, even if you’ve never drawn anything before. We’ll start with a simple sketch, add fun cartoony details (like wiggly hair and bite marks!), and finish it off with color, shading, and even a sticker-style glow. Grab your Apple Pencil, open up Procreate, and let’s have some fun drawing together!
Brushes used:
- 6B Pencil
- Studio Pen
- Monoline
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Building a sketch from simple shapes
We start with easy shapes to build our zombie, think squished circles, sausage arms, and fun facial features. - Creating line art with playful pressure
Using pressure sensitivity, we play around with line weight to make your illustration feel more alive and dynamic. - Using layers like a pro
From setting a layer to “reference” to layering shadows with clipping masks, I’ll show you exactly how I do it. - Adding color, light, and texture
We use a fun palette to bring our zombie to life with soft shadows, highlights, and a bit of grungy texture (he is a zombie, after all!). - Finishing it off with a sticker effect
I’ll show you a super simple trick to add a white outline and soft shadow, so your zombie pops right off the canvas like a real sticker.
Cute Witch
It’s spooky season, so what better time to draw a super cute little witch? This tutorial is all about keeping things simple and fun, with soft textures, bold outlines, and lots of charm. We go from a basic sketch all the way to a textured, shaded final piece, complete with a stack of magical books and a sweet little cat friend. No need to stress, just follow along, layer by layer, and I promise it’ll all come together beautifully.
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Fine Charcoal Pencil
- Studio Pen
- Fuzzy Charcoal
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Key Skills Learned:
- Building up a sketch with simple shapes
We start with loose circles, sausages, and rectangles, keeping it light and easy before tightening up the details. - Adding personality with textured line art
Using the fine charcoal pencil, we keep things loose and varied, a little messiness is totally okay and adds character. - Organizing your layers for easier coloring
You’ll see how I break everything down, clothing, hair, cat, books, into separate layers so it’s all nice and clean. - Using layer masks to add subtle texture
We give those flat colors some lovely texture with layer masks and the fuzzy charcoal brush, super simple, but makes a big difference. - Soft shading to bring everything together
From rosy cheeks to a glowing moon and sparkly stars, we add soft shadows and gentle highlights to make everything feel warm and cozy.
Cat in a Garden
In this cozy little tutorial, we’re painting a chubby, super relaxed cat soaking up sunshine in a plant-filled garden. The whole process is meant to feel light and playful, no pressure to get everything perfect. We start with a super simple sketch and build things up layer by layer, adding color, texture, and just enough detail to bring it all to life. Think loose lines, happy accidents, and lots of plants. If you’ve been wanting to try a more painterly style without overthinking every brushstroke, this one’s for you.
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Flotastic Brush
- Flat Painter
- Base Painter
- Foliage
- Syrup
- Dynamic Color
- Flotastic Inker
- Upward Plant
- Studio Pen
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Key Skills Learned:
- Sketching loose but confident shapes
We keep it super simple with basic circles and ovals to build the cat and garden scene — no need for fancy anatomy here. - Layering up soft painterly textures
Using a mix of brushes, we build color in a way that feels relaxed and organic, perfect for capturing a sun-drenched garden vibe. - Playing with shadow and light for warmth
We use multiply layers and soft dabs of color to suggest where the sun hits and where the shadows fall, without overcomplicating it. - Painting leafy plants with depth and variety
From big leafy shapes to tiny floating leaves, you’ll learn how to build lush, natural-looking greenery in a fun and flexible way. - Finishing with sketchy line art for extra charm
At the end, we add just a few loose lines to pull it all together, enough to suggest detail, but still keep that playful feel.
Cute Hamster
In this tutorial, we bring a fluffy little hamster to life: round, soft, and irresistibly cute. You’ll learn how to sketch, paint, texture, and shade in a loose, painterly style that’s both easy to follow and fun to adapt for other animals.
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Soft Brush
- Studio Pen
- Base Painter
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Key Skills Learned:
- Creating a loose, organic sketch: Building up rounded shapes, simple features, and a sense of cuteness through proportions.
- Building fur texture: Using tapered strokes and layering to create fluffiness while keeping edges painterly.
- Layer-based coloring and shading: Organizing ears, paws, and seed on separate layers for precise shading and color adjustments.
- Adding depth and personality: Using light direction, painterly color transitions, soft shadows, and highlights in the eyes to make the hamster feel alive.
Bubble Tea Cat
In this cozy Procreate tutorial, we’ll draw a happy little kitty hugging its favorite bubble tea. You’ll start with a simple sketch using symmetry, then bring it to life with clean line art, vibrant colors, soft shading, and a pop of background fun. Along the way, you’ll pick up all sorts of Procreate tricks to make your digital art shine. And by the end? You’ll have an adorable illustration to make you (and your iPad) smile.
Brushes used:
- 6B Pencil
- Studio Pen
- Round Brush
- Monoline
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Mastering symmetry for balanced sketches: Use Procreate’s symmetry guide to instantly mirror your drawing for perfectly aligned shapes.
- Creating expressive line art: Play with pressure to make your outlines lively, varied, and full of character.
- Layering colors with precision: Use reference layers and clipping masks to keep every color exactly where it belongs.
- Building depth with light and shadow: Add soft highlights, gentle gradients, and subtle patterns for a rich, dimensional look.
- Designing backgrounds that complement your art: Use simple shapes, playful accents, and a touch of retro charm to make your scene pop.
Cute Capybara
Okay, I’ve had sooo many capybara requests—and now it’s finally here! In this super fun Procreate tutorial, we’re drawing the cutest capybara ever. You don’t need any drawing experience or to be a Procreate pro. I’ll walk you through everything step by step, and by the end, you’ll have your very own adorable capybara illustration. We keep things chill, easy, and creative—just the way I like it.
Brushes used:
- Round Chalk
- Carbon Stick
- Little Pine
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Building basic animal shapes using simple ovals: We start with super simple shapes to build the head and body—totally beginner-friendly.
- Using Alpha Lock for precise shading: I show you how to lock your layers so your shading stays nice and tidy (it’s a game-changer!).
- Applying texture with Procreate’s charcoal brushes: We use the Carbon Stick to add lovely, furry texture and bring your capybara to life.
- Creating expressive eyes and facial details: Big eyes, shiny highlights, a little rosy cheek—everything to make your capybara extra cute.
- Designing playful backgrounds with simple brushes: We finish it off with grass, flowers, clouds—super soft, stylized and full of charm.
Frog Prince
Today we’re creating a super cute and delightfully derpy frog illustration that’s beginner-friendly and packed with charm. We start with simple sketching using basic shapes to block out the frog and its surroundings. Then we dive into adding rich textures and playful details — from the frog’s rosy cheeks to stylized lily pads and flowers, finishing it all with atmospheric water textures and a few charming insects for that extra pop.
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Studio Pen
- Flotastic Brush
- Grunge Rock
- Rough Spackles
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Key Skills Learned:
- Building forms from basic shapes: You learn to break down a complex subject into simple ovals and lines to build your sketch foundation.
- Layer organization for coloring: Each part of the scene is layered for flexibility, helping you keep things clean while coloring.
- Alpha lock for non-destructive texturing:You use alpha lock to safely add shading and texture to each colored element.
- Texture layering for visual depth: Textures like grunge rock and spackles are layered with different opacities and brushes to create natural-looking surfaces.
- Creating subtle visual focus: Leaf placement and petal direction are strategically used to guide the viewer’s eye to the frog, reinforcing composition.
Lots of Cats
Creating a playful wallpaper packed with adorable, overlapping cats has never been easier—or more fun. This tutorial walks you through every step, from sketch to final shadow, using an approachable style that encourages creative variation. The end result is a colorful crowd of cats perfect for your iPad or phone background. It’s less about perfection and more about play, with guidance on shaping, layering, and detailing each cat to give them a distinct personality.
Brushes used:
- Peppermint Brush
- Studio Pen
- Round Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2000 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Sketching expressive base shapes: You begin with simple, rounded blobs to map out cat shapes, varying their size and layout to establish composition.
- Refining with personality-driven line work: Each cat gains individuality through varied ear shapes, eye expressions, and whisker placement using the Studio Pen and pressure sensitivity.
- Flat coloring with harmonious palettes: Colors are carefully chosen from a pastel palette and placed with intention to maintain visual balance, using separate layers for each hue.
- Adding depth with soft shading: Shadows are subtly applied using the Round Brush, customized by pressure and opacity, giving the cats a gentle 3D appearance.
- Customizing with patterns and features: Details like stripes, spots, cheek blush, and ear tinting enhance uniqueness and help bring the scene to life with playful variation.
Happy Avocados
Ready for some serious cuteness? In this cozy, beginner-friendly Procreate tutorial, we create an adorable avocado couple – perfect as a sweet gift or just for fun. The steps are super chill and easy to follow, and there’s plenty of room to play with expressions, colors, and little touches like rosy cheeks or textures. You’ll leave with a finished illustration full of charm and personality!
Brushes used:
- Inka
- Shale
- Copperhead
- Quoll
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Building layered base shapes: Start with rough, egg-like shapes and build up complexity by stacking colored layers for depth and dimension.
- Using Alpha Lock for clean shading: Apply Alpha Lock to shapes like the pit or avocado body to shade without spilling over edges.
- Mixing brushes for detail work: Switch between expressive and tidy brushes—like the Copperhead and Shale—to balance sketchy charm with clean outlines.
- Adding personality with minimal facial features: Use just a few lines for eyes, mouths, and limbs to give the characters playful expressions and gestures.
- Enhancing illustrations with subtle texturesL Use texture brushes and layer masks to softly distress or enrich the drawing, especially on the background and outer edges.