Stylized Outer Space Scene
Let’s create a super dreamy outer space scene together in Procreate! This one is easy, really satisfying, and perfect if you just want to relax and have fun while making something beautiful. We’ll layer soft, puffy clouds, add glowing lights, sprinkle in lots of stars, and even create some cute little planets. I’ll walk you through everything step by step, and as always, feel free to make it your own! Let’s jump in and get creative.
Brushes used:
- Tidewalker
- Studio Pen
- Light Pen
- Ragged Lane
- Ringaroona
- Jagger
- Winkly
- Sheer Water
Canvas Size:
- 2000 x 3000 pixels
Key Skills Learned:
- Creating soft watercolor backgrounds
We use the Tidewalker brush to build up a smooth gradient sky with subtle zigzags and some light smudging for texture. - Drawing layered puffy clouds
With the Studio Pen, we stack clouds in all sorts of sizes, keeping the bottoms a bit flat for that classic stylized look. - Adding dreamy glow effects
Using a layer set to Add and the Light Pen, we make the clouds shimmer, then tone things down with a layer mask for balance. - Sprinkling in colorful stars
We use a mix of brushes and colors to create a sky full of fun, varied stars, from soft dots to bright little sparkles. - Painting simple textured planets
With the Jagger and Winkly brushes, we add two cute planets, then finish with a few loose rings and glowy details to make them pop.
Your First Drawing 2026
Okay, so if you’ve never opened Procreate before, or maybe you did and then panicked and closed it again, this is the tutorial you’ve been waiting for. We’re starting right at the beginning, like fresh-out-the-box beginning. You’ll set up a custom canvas, get comfy with layers, learn all those magical tools (like alpha lock, clipping masks, and selection tricks), and in the process? You’ll create a stunning, misty landscape that’s so pretty you’ll want to frame it. It’s super beginner-friendly, totally pressure-free, and yes, you’ll absolutely feel proud when you’re done. Let’s make something beautiful together!
Brushes used:
- Ringaroona
- Forester
- Jagger
- Rainforest
- Winkly
- Lichen
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Alpha Lock + Clipping Masks = Your New Best Friends
These tools let you paint inside the lines (without actually trying). Perfect for gradients, textures, and staying super tidy. - Making Soft, Dreamy Gradients
From skies to hills to water, you’ll learn how to blend colors like a pro using Gaussian Blur and soft brushes (hello, misty vibes). - Using Layers Like a Procreate Pro
You’ll stack, group, rename, and organize layers like a total boss. Plus, some sneaky tips for when your iPad yells at you for using too many. - Selections + Transform = Ultimate Control
Whether it’s drawing a water section or flipping your reflection perfectly, the selection and transform tools help you place everything just right. - Quick Shapes, Drawing Guides + Masks
Make perfect circles, horizontal water lines, and paint with precision using assist, quick shape, and layer masks, all non-destructive and totally magic.
Building a Snowman
With winter creeping in, I thought it’d be fun to cozy up with a winter-themed illustration. We’re drawing a super cute scene, a happy little snowman built by a sweet stylized family. The whole vibe is very gentle and simple, perfect if you’re looking for a relaxed drawing session. We start with a loose sketch, build up our flat colors, and then gently layer in texture using some of my favorite charcoal brushes. The color palette? Soft oranges and greens, very cozy, very calm. Just like a warm cup of tea on a chilly day.
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Studio Pen
- Underwood
- Florentine
- Nut Grove
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Key Skills Learned:
- Building stylized characters with simple shapes
We use ovals, cones, and rectangles to sketch charming little figures, each with their own personality, without overcomplicating things. - Keeping your layers tidy (and your sanity intact)
By grouping elements cleverly and reusing layers where it makes sense, you save layer space and keep things nice and organized. - Flat coloring with intention
Using reference sketch layers and drag-and-drop fills, we lay down our base colors carefully, always thinking ahead for textures later. - Adding soft texture with charcoal brushes
We alpha lock everything and use the Underwood and Florentine brushes to add that lovely, grainy feel that makes everything warm and handmade. - Using an analogous palette for a calm feel
All our colors sit close together on the wheel: greens, soft browns, oranges. So nothing feels too loud. It keeps the whole piece really serene and soothing.
Deer in a Forest
In this cozy little tutorial, we’re creating a whimsical fall forest with a sweet stylized deer tucked right in the spotlight. This isn’t about getting everything perfect, it’s all about relaxing, playing with color and texture, and just having fun with your brushes. We start with a loose sketch to set the mood, layer in colorful tree shapes, add some playful patterns, and then bring in our little deer to complete the scene. It’s a gentle, creative process, so no pressure, just enjoy painting something a little magical.
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Gatsby
- Lily
- Sanderling
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Key Skills Learned:
- Sketching a loose and playful composition
Start off with a light sketch, trees, bushes, and a little deer. Keep it loose and fun, no need for precision here. - Building soft, stylized tree shapes with color harmony
Layer trees from back to front using gentle, matching colors that flow nicely together. Each tree gets its own space and vibe. - Adding textures with clipping masks and hand-drawn patterns
Use light hatching, dots, leafy shapes and lines to give each tree its own personality. It’s all about those small, simple details. - Painting tree trunks and softly fading them into snow
Draw simple, natural trunks and fade the bottoms with the soft brush to make it feel like they’re gently sitting in snow. - Bringing the deer to life with just a few shapes and accents
Keep the deer nice and simple, add soft shadows, a little eye, some dots on the back, and you’re done! Super sweet and easy.
Panther Tattoo
Alright, are you ready to create your own Flotastic Black Panther tattoo in Procreate? In this step-by-step tutorial, we go from the very first circle to a full-blown fierce feline with clean line art, rich textures, and some seriously cool shading tricks. Everything is done using just the built-in Procreate brushes, and I’ve even got a custom color palette ready for you. So grab your iPad, open up that canvas, and let’s make something awesome together!
Brushes used:
- Bruny
- Alpine
- Nutgrove
- Molesworth
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Using symmetry to build a balanced base
You’ll set up the drawing guide and activate symmetry to make sure everything stays nice and even from the very start. - Sketching with confidence from simple shapes
We break the panther down into easy-to-follow forms, using liquify and assist to guide the sketch into something way more dynamic. - Creating line art with bold character
With the Alpine brush, you’ll add those crisp, pressure-sensitive lines that give your design a pro tattoo feel—clean, sharp, and full of flair. - Texturing and shading with built-in brushes
You’ll use layer selections and brushes like Nutgrove to add gritty textures and build up shadows, all while staying inside the lines. - Adding soft highlights with masks
We use layer masks and the Molesworth brush to give edges a soft glow and pull focus to the right spots—without messing up the layer underneath.
City Window View
Let’s draw a charming city view from your window, step by step, right in Procreate. In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through building up your scene with simple shapes, soft textures, and a lot of layering fun. Along the way, you’ll learn loads of useful Procreate tips without feeling overwhelmed. All you need is the color palette, your iPad, and a bit of patience. Let’s get started!
Brushes used:
- Piermont
- Mountain Lilac
- Bruny
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating clean shapes with the selection tool
We use the selection tool set to rectangle and color fill to easily block out window frames and buildings, super handy for neat, quick shapes. - Adding texture and light with alpha lock and clipping masks
We keep things non-destructive by painting texture right onto frames and buildings using clipping masks and alpha lock, perfect for adding warmth and shadows. - Using perspective tweaks for realism
Little tricks like trimming corners with the freehand selection tool and three-finger swipe help give the city scene a natural, subtle perspective. - Designing windows with personality
Each building gets its own set of windows, lightly textured and varied just enough to keep things interesting and duplicating makes it super fast.
Castle in the Hills
In this cheerful and beginner-friendly Procreate tutorial, you’ll be creating a colorful, whimsical scene of a castle tucked into rolling hills. No drawing experience needed. I’ll guide you step by step. You’ll start with some cozy hill shapes, layer them up for depth, and then build your own fun little castle with playful towers and quirky rooftops. You’ll be adding fluffy clouds, bright flowers, dreamy textures, and a winding path to complete the scene. It’ll be relaxed, messy, and full of charm, and by the end, you’ll have a piece you’ll be proud of!
Brushes used:
- Oberon
- Salamanca
- Jagged
- Niko Rull
- Inker
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Layering with Clipping Masks and Alpha Lock
Use clipping masks and alpha lock to seamlessly apply texture and shading to specific areas without disrupting your base shapes. - Stylized Hill and Background Building
Craft expressive, overlapping hills using different brush sizes, opacities, and hues to build depth and create a playful, stylized look. - Creating a Custom Fantasy Castle
Design a layered castle with towers, roofs, and walls using the selection tool and color fill, adding personality with imperfect lines and wonky shapes. - Texture and Detail with Multiple Brushes
Add life to your artwork using textured brushes like Niko Rull and Jagged to build detail on plants, rocks, paths, and architecture. - Foreground Depth with Flowers and Foliage
Enhance the scene with large foreground flowers, custom stems, and layered plants using expressive strokes and color variation to build visual depth.
Evening Beach
Summer may be fading, but that doesn’t mean we can’t squeeze out one last warm, relaxing memory. This tutorial is all about embracing those final summer vibes with a peaceful beach scene full of soft gradients, layered cliffs, and gentle waves. It’s light, easygoing, and perfect for anyone looking to unwind with some simple, satisfying steps. Grab your pen and let’s send off the season with one last golden sunset.
Brushes used:
- Soft Brush
- Studio Pen
- Monoline
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 2000 pixels
Key Skills Learned:
- Creating a soft gradient sky
You’ll use the Soft Brush with varying opacities to build a glowing sunset with smooth transitions and gentle lighting. - Layering rock and cliff shapes
With the Studio Pen, you build depth by stacking jagged landforms in the foreground and background. - Shaping stylized waterlines with foam
Using the Studio Pen and Liquify tool, you form dynamic, wavy shoreline shapes and accent them with dashes and highlights to suggest foam. - Using layer masks for soft light fades
Learn to add subtle lighting effects by combining solid shapes with layer masks and soft brush fades, adding realism without harsh edges. - Drawing and detailing palm trees with freehand selections
You craft palm fronds using the freehand selection tool with color fill, giving you a quick and controlled way to draw detailed tree leaves.
Pastel Paper Landscape
This is such a fun and super easy paper cutout project in Procreate. We’re making a dreamy layered landscape and this time we’re adding a lovely little frame around it too. The steps are simple, but the result has so much depth and charm. You can follow along with my colors or mix things up for your own unique piece.
Brushes used:
- Soft Brush
- Studio Pen
- Monoline
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Key Skills Learned:
- Creating a layered paper cutout effect: Stack shapes on separate layers, then add shadows and light edges so it looks like real paper.
- Designing a custom frame: Use selection, transforms, and color fills to make a border with realistic inner shadows and highlights.
- Adding dimensional shadows: Apply Gaussian blur, multiply blending mode, and subtle offsets for that “lifted” paper look.
- Placing light edges for realism: Add highlights with the Studio Pen on the opposite side of your shadows to make the layers pop.
- Stylized tree creation: Use the freehand selection tool with color fill to create crisp, geometric trees that fit perfectly into your scene.