Colorful Abstract Art
Let’s dive into the world of abstract art and create this colorful and relaxing artwork in Procreate. In this easy step by step tutorial I will explain the basic features of Procreate while we create this abstract masterpiece together. Following this tutorial is the perfect way to relax!
Brushes used:
- Monoline Brush
- Thylacine Brush
- Old Brush
- Acrylic Brush
- Script Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Layer Management: Understand how to create, duplicate, and merge layers effectively
- Alpha Lock Usage: Learn to paint within shapes without going outside the lines
- Color and Shape Dynamics: Explore how to use colors and shapes to create depth and interest
- Texture and Shading: Add texture and shading to your artwork using different brushes and the smudge tool
- Shadow and Highlight Effects: Enhance your art with shadow effects using Gaussian Blur and layer blending modes, and add highlights for a more dynamic look
Painterly Boat
We’ll let go of perfectionism and create an expressive and painterly seascape with a boat. It’s a fun and relaxing project and you’ll end up with an amazing and expressive result!
Brushes used:
- Random Strokes Brush
- Smeary Brush
- Broad and Smeary Brush
- Rake Brush
- Opaque Thin Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Color Blending and Variety: Master blending multiple colors, like oranges, blues, pinks, and purples, to create a vibrant sky and reflective water
- Creating Textures: Use the rake brush and other tools to add texture to the sky and water, enhancing the painterly effect
- Simple Boat and Sail Construction: Discover how to draw a simple yet effective boat and sails, focusing on basic shapes and adding color variation
Watercolor Cactus
In this tutorial, we’ll play with the Symmetry tool and watercolor brushes to paint a cute little cactus. You’ll learn how to layer your work like a pro, using different brushes to bring our cactus to life with realistic watercolor effects. In the end we’ll give our cactus a cute face, making it not just a plant, but a character with its own charm!
Brushes used:
- Script Brush
- Wet Layering Brush
- Round Watery Brush
- Wet Mixer Brush
- Add Salt Brush
- Rough Spackles Brush
- Small Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Using Symmetry Tool: We’ll use the symmetry tool to create a symmetrical pot for our cactus
- Layering Techniques: You’ll learn to organize different elements (pot, cactus, leaves, facial features) on separate layers
- Watercolor Effects: We’ll create a watercolor look by blending colors with brushes like the Wet Layering and Round Watery Brushes
- Final Touches: The use of paper texture effect and shadows under the pot will add a realistic and professional finish to our artwork
Painterly Cabin
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
Painterly Pond
Dive into the world of digital impressionism with this fun and easy Procreate tutorial! Perfect for Flocreators who want to break free from perfectionism. Let’s create a colorful and expressive painting together!
Brushes used:
- Spectra Brush
- Turpentine Brush
- Acrylic Brush
- Leatherwood Brush
- Oberon Brush
- Water Pen
Canvas Size:
- 2000 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Color Manipulation and Contrast: Learn how to use Procreate’s brushes to create a painterly effect and manipulate colors and contrast for an expressive outcome
- Creating Backgrounds and Textures: Discover techniques to create bushy backgrounds and water reflections, using various brushes for texture
- Detailing with Brush Strokes: Master the art of adding details through specific brush strokes, creating elements like trees, bridges, and clouds
- Layer Management: Gain insights into effective layer management for complex compositions, including duplicating layers for reflections
Watercolor Desk
In this Procreate watercolor tutorial, you’ve learned to craft a delightful messy desk scene, perfect for embracing a more relaxed, artistic style.
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Flotastic Inker
- Round Watery Brush
- Loaded Round
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Loose Sketching Techniques: Mastering the art of creating initial sketches with the Basic Sketcher, focusing on placing objects loosely to set the base of your scene
- Refining Sketches: Enhancing your rough sketch by adding details and adjusting layer opacities for better visibility during the process
- Line Art Creation: Learning to use the Flotastic Inker brush for line art, emphasizing wonky lines to add character to your artwork
- Coloring and Layering: Gaining skills in coloring with the Round Watery brush, understanding how to layer colors for depth, and using layer masks for selective color removal
- Lighting Effects: Exploring the use of Gaussian blur and bloom settings to create realistic lighting effects in your digital watercolor painting
Watercolor Cake
Let’s have some fun with watercolors again! During this tutorial we will create this strawberry cake together. I have attached the color palette and a small brush pack with all the brushes we’ll use.
Brushes used:
- Watercolor Sketcher
- Round Watery Brush
- Layering Brush
- Wet Mixer Brush
- Small Detail Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Layering Techniques: Understanding how to strategically use multiple layers and layer masks to build up the watercolor effect, enhancing the realism of the cake and its toppings
- Brush Control: Mastering the opacity and size adjustments of different brushes to create a variety of textures
- Color Blending: Learning to blend colors directly on the canvas by carefully controlling the pressure and movement of the pen without lifting it too often
- Detailing with Layer Masks: Utilizing layer masks to add highlights and refine edges, giving the illustration depth and dimension while maintaining a cohesive watercolor look
Starry Night
In this fun and easy Procreate tutorial, we dive into the mesmerizing world of Vincent Van Gogh, focusing on creating a painting inspired by the iconic Starry Night. We’ll use special painterly brushes that you can find in my free Treasure Chest. Let’s get expressive!
Brushes used:
- Round Smeary Brush
- Opaque Thin Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 2000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating a Painterly Base: Learn to lay down an underpainting using the Round Smeary Brush, exploring how to blend colors directly on the canvas to create a textured, vibrant base
- Color Mixing and Layering: Discover the art of mixing colors on your canvas and layering strokes for depth, using a palette inspired by Van Gogh’s Starry Night
- Impressionistic Brush Strokes: Master the technique of applying brush strokes to convey movement and flow, capturing the essence of Van Gogh’s style with the Opaque Thin Brush
- Utilizing Layer Blending Modes: Get hands-on experience with Procreate’s layer blending modes, particularly the “Multiply” mode, to adjust tones and contrast without compromising texture and detail
Van Gogh Flowers
During this beginner to intermediate level tutorial we will paint sunflowers in the style of van Gogh! I have attached a brush pack with special brushes that we’ll use. Let’s get expressive!
Brushes used:
- Sketching Brush
- Broad and Smeary Brush
- Random Strokes Brush
- Impressionistic Brush
- Smeary Damp Brush
- Tapered Brush
- Opaque Thin Brush
- Overlay Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 4000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Sketching and Composition: Learning to sketch loosely to lay down the initial composition, focusing on the overall shapes and placement of elements like the vase and sunflowers, without getting caught up in the details
- Underpainting: Creating an underpainting layer to establish a base of colors, using a Broad and Smeary Brush for the background and table, and introducing color dynamics with varied strokes
- Painterly Effects: Utilizing a variety of brushes to achieve painterly effects, imitating Van Gogh’s expressive brushwork to add texture and vibrancy to the painting
- Final Touches: Applying the Overlay Brush for adding warmth and unity to the colors