Stained Glass Sunset
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
Paper Cutout Hills
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
10 Easy Drawing Ideas
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
Paper Cutout Desert
Brushes used:
- Script Brush
- Soft Brush
- Corrugated Iron
- Monoline Brush
- Fine Tip
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Wavy Lines: The initial steps involve using the Script Brush to create wavy lines across the canvas, simulating layers of paper cutouts for the desert landscape
- Adding Color and Texture: Through the tutorial, you learn to add color to your layers and how to enhance them with textures using different brushes, including the use of Alpha Lock to apply gradients and the Corrugated Iron brush for a cardboard effect on cacti
- Creating a Paper Cutout Effect: A significant skill taught is giving each layer a realistic paper cutout look by duplicating layers, adjusting their colors to lighter tones, and shifting them slightly to create a layered paper effect
Paper Cutout Mountains
In this tutorial we’ll create a mountain landscape with a paper cutout effect. It’s a great technique to add more interest to your stylized landscape illustrations and it’s really easy!
Brushes used:
- Script Brush
- Monoline Brush
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Layered Mountain Ranges: Learn to design varied mountain silhouettes using the Script Brush, employing color filling and alpha locking to add depth and mist for a layered effect
- Applying Paper Cutout Effect: The tutorial teaches you to simulate a paper cutout look by selectively adding light and dark edges to your mountains, achieving a textured, three-dimensional appearance
3D Text
Ready to jazz up your Procreate skills with some snazzy lettering art? This fun-filled tutorial, in collaboration with Shoutbam!, walks you through creating eye-popping 3D letters that practically leap off your screen! We’ve got you covered with some special Shoutbam! brushes, perfect for adding that extra zing and texture to your artwork. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned pro, you’ll find these steps easy to follow and super rewarding.
Brushes used:
- Basic Shape Brush
- Fineliner Brush
- E-box Brush
- D Box Brush
- G Box Brush
- Small Grain Texturizer
- Wool Texturizer
- Just Like Pollock Brush
- Hipster Blast
- Drops Brush
- Rim Light Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Letters with Guidelines: Learn to use simple boxes and guidelines to maintain uniformity in letter thickness, ensuring that your lettering pieces are not only visually appealing but also structurally consistent
- 3D Effects: Master the art of adding depth to your letters, transforming flat shapes into stunning 3D artworks
- Adding Texture and Light Effects: Discover how to bring your lettering to life by incorporating various textures and light effects. These techniques add richness and depth, making the letters pop off the canvas
- Composition and Layout: Understand the importance of composition in lettering art. Learn how to arrange letters and elements within your canvas, utilizing space effectively to create a balanced and harmonious design
Condensation Artwork
In this tutorial, we’ll explore how to create a Sumi-e inspired artwork on a window with condensation, all in Procreate. No prior experience is needed, as I guide you step-by-step through the process, teaching you essential Procreate features along the way.
Brushes used:
- Heavy Metal
- Wet Sponge
- Oriental Brush
- Water Pen
- Standard Blender
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Blurring an Image: Apply a Gaussian blur to a photo to soften the background, setting the tone for your artwork
- Creating Condensation: Use brushes like Heavy Metal and Wet Sponge to layer and smudge textures, simulating condensation on a window
- Layer Masking: Add a layer mask and use black to paint and reveal parts of the underlying image, creating detailed effects
- Drawing with Pressure Sensitivity: Utilize the pressure sensitivity of your pen to create varied brush strokes, crucial for details like leaves and branches
Wooden Lightbox
This tutorial walks you through creating a wooden lightbox illustration in Procreate, perfect for beginners with step-by-step guidance. Even if you’re new to Procreate or digital drawing, by the end of this tutorial, you’ll have a stunning piece you’ll be eager to share. The lightbox features a cozy scene with wobbly shapes, trees, houses, clouds, and a glowing moon, all beautifully crafted to look like layered wood. Follow along, and don’t forget to share your results on Instagram!
Brushes used:
- Script Brush
- Monoline Brush
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 2300 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Wobbly Shapes: Start by making random wobbly shapes for the lightbox’s base layer and adjust them using the Liquify tool for a more refined look
- Layering for Depth: Use multiple layers to build the scene, such as creating hills, trees, and houses, while utilizing layer masks to create cutouts and fine details
- Adding Textures: Apply a wood texture overlay to the entire canvas and use clipping masks to ensure the texture adapts to each individual layer, enhancing realism
- Lighting Effects: Implement light effects using Bloom and Add blending modes to simulate a glowing lightbox, adding depth and warmth to the scene
- Perspective Blur for Volume: Use Perspective Blur and Gaussian Blur on duplicated layers to create a sense of depth and shadow, making the wooden layers appear more three-dimensional
Glowing Dream Catcher
In this easy and satisfying Procreate tutorial we will create this lovely glowing dream catcher together. It’s super relaxing! I have added all the brushes we’ll be using.
Brushes used:
- Soft Brush
- Monoline Brush
- Fineliner Brush
- Flare Brush
- Light Brush
- Light Pen
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Drawing with Symmetry: Learn to use Procreate’s symmetry tool to draw perfect circles and intricate patterns, saving time while maintaining precision in your design
- Adding Glow Effects: Discover techniques to add a captivating glow to your dream catcher, using layer duplication, alpha lock, and Gaussian blur to achieve a mesmerizing effect
- Incorporating Textures and Photos: You’ll learn how to integrate a photo into your artwork, adjusting its opacity for a subtle effect, and adding textures to your dream catcher for a rich, detailed look