Storybook House
In this fun beginner friendly Procreate tutorial we’ll create a charming storybook style house in a forest together. We’ll use simple techniques and I’ll guide you through all the steps, so you’ll end up with an amazing result. So grab your pencil and let’s get started!
Brushes used:
- Fineliner Brush
- Round Chalk Brush
- Smudgy Hair Brush
- Dark Noise Brush
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Basic Shapes: We start with simple geometric shapes to form the house’s base, gradually adding complexity to our drawing
- Layer Management and Clipping Masks: Efficiently organizing layers and utilizing clipping masks to add textures and details without affecting the underlying layers
- Color Blending and Shadow Techniques: Employing blending modes like Multiply and Screen to add depth with shadows and highlights
- Texture Application: Using various brushes to apply textures, simulating materials such as tree bark and foliage
Mountain Landscape
In this Procreate tutorial, we’ll tackle a summer mountain scene that’s beginner-friendly but packed with techniques every digital artist can appreciate.
Finished the piece? You should feel pretty stoked! Remember, if you’re sharing your work, tag me so I can see your awesome take on this tutorial.
Brushes used:
- Script Brush
- Soft Airbrush
- Fineliner Brush
Canvas Size:
- 4000 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Layer Clipping Masks: This tutorial demonstrates how to use clipping masks to ensure that new layers of paint or texture only apply to the designated underlying shape, maintaining clean, crisp edges
- Layer Blending Modes: Learn how to effectively utilize blending modes like Multiply and Overlay to add depth, shadows, and highlights
- Creating Natural Elements: Through step-by-step guidance, the tutorial covers the creation of natural landscape elements like mountains, trees, rocks, and clouds
Pink Sunset
In this super chill Procreate tutorial, we’re taking it down a notch from last week’s intense lo-fi room vibe to something a tad more laid-back. We’re crafting a stylized landscape that’s not just easy on the eyes but also a breeze to make. If you’ve got a knack for vibrant colors and dreamy landscapes, you’re absolutely going to love bringing this piece to life. And hey, if you do end up sharing your masterpiece on Instagram, don’t forget to tag me; I’d love to see your creations!
Brushes used:
- Script Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Simple Shapes for Landscapes: Learn to use simple, wavy lines to create the foundation of your landscape
- Color Filling and Adjustment: Master the art of color dropping and adjusting thresholds to fill shapes seamlessly, enhancing the vibrancy of your artwork
- Layer Management: Gain insights into efficient layer management
- Texture Application: Discover techniques for adding texture to your landscapes, using brushes and color variations to bring your scenes to life
- Gradient Sky Creation: Explore the process of creating a gradient sky
Art Nouveau Bear
I love art nouveau and in this tutorial we’ll incorporate it in our illustration. We’ll draw this art nouveau style bear together and give it a sticker effect.
Brushes used:
- Flotastic Sketcher
- Fineliner
- Tapered Lines
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Sketching Basic Shapes: We’ll start by sketching our bear and surrounding flora using basic shapes to establish composition and flow, focusing on the bear’s face as the focal point
- Refining Sketches and Line Art: You’ll learn to refine your sketches, adding details and confidently transitioning to line art, mastering the art of varied line thickness for visual interest
- Color Blocking and Detailing: We’ll explore color blocking techniques using a range of Procreate brushes, ensuring crisp edges and effective color filling.
- Creating a Sticker Effect: The final touch is the sticker effect, achieved by outlining the artwork in white and adding a shadow layer, adding a modern twist!
Lofi Room – Sunset
Diving into the cozy corners of Procreate, this tutorial is your ultimate guide to crafting a snug Lo-Fi room illustration that’s just brimming with warmth and personality! And no worries, I will guide you through all the steps as always.
Brushes used:
- 6B Pencil
- Script Brush
- Soft Brush
- Basic Flo Brush
- Standard Blender
- Light Pen
- Wet Acrylic
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating a Perspective Grid: The foundation for our illustration, emphasizing the importance of perspective in creating a realistic space
- Sketching and Line Art: Techniques for transforming a basic sketch into refined line art, setting the stage for coloring
- Adding Flat Colors and Textures: Applying base colors to bring the scene to life, along with techniques for adding textures to enhance realism
- Lighting and Shadow Effects: Strategies for using Procreate’s blending modes to add depth through shadows and highlights
Outer Space Landscape
In this easy Procreate tutorial we will create this colorful outer space landscape. We’ll use simple shapes during the process and I’ll show you handy tricks to use in Procreate. You’ll learn how to add wonderful textures and make use of the selection tool for instance. Just don’t forget to share your result once you have created this illustration on your iPad!
Brushes used:
- Script Brush
- Monoline Brush
- Spackle it Brush
- Round Chalk Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Shape and Form: Master the art of drawing mountains, rocks, and planets with simple shapes, then adding depth through shading and texture
- Selective Erasing: Use the eraser with the same brush used for drawing to create crisp, clean edges
- Layer Management: Efficiently use layers to build complexity, allowing for easy adjustments and additions to your scene
Study Desk
Here’s a fun project for you! In this easy Procreate tutorial we’ll create this cute desk view. I’ll guide you through the process from sketch to finish, so no experience with drawing or Procreate needed.
Brushes used:
- Chalk Pencil Brush
- HB Pencil
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 2300 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating a Sketch: Start with a rough sketch to lay down the foundation of your illustration
- Line Art Techniques: Transform your sketch into clean line art using Procreate’s inking brushes. Experiment with pressure sensitivity to vary line thickness
- Coloring and Filling: Learn how to apply colors neatly beneath your line art using separate layers and the selection tool for precise fills
- Adding Shadows and Highlights: Master the art of adding depth with shadows and highlights
- Final Touches: Incorporate lighting effects, texture, and additional details to bring your artwork to life. Discover the impact of subtle effects like global shadows and light rays
Study Room
If you’ve ever dreamed of designing your own cozy study room but felt intimidated by where to start, I’ve got just the thing for you. My latest tutorial is a fun, step-by-step journey through creating a stunning study room scene in Procreate, and it’s perfect for beginners! Don’t worry if you’ve never picked up a digital pen before; I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
By the end of this tutorial, not only will you have a beautiful study room illustration to show off, but you’ll also have gained invaluable skills in Procreate that you can apply to future projects. And hey, I love seeing your creations, so don’t forget to share your masterpiece on Instagram and tag me! I might just feature your work in my next video.
Brushes used:
- Dry ink Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Drawing with Guides: The tutorial teaches how to use Procreate’s drawing guide feature to create precise horizontal and vertical lines, essential for structuring the study room
- Line Work: Learn the technique of creating clean line work using the Dry Ink brush
- Color Filling: The process of adding color to the illustration is simplified, highlighting how to use reference layers for efficient color application to specific areas
Galaxy Tea
Here’s a fun galaxy themed project for you. We’ll create this stylized galaxy tea cup with this lovely color palette. During this tutorial I will show you how you can create a nice glow effect and we’ll focus on creating smooth lines. All in all a great exercise!
Brushes used:
- Sketch it! Brush
- Smooth Lines Brush
- Soft Brush
- Nebula Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 4000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Sketching and Basic Shapes: Starting with a simple sketch using the Sketch it! brush, you learn to create the basic shape of a teacup with a focus on making it look cartoony and cute
- Using Symmetry for Balance: The tutorial teaches you how to use Procreate’s Symmetry tool to ensure both sides of the teacup are identical
- Creating Smooth Lines and Details: You refine your sketch by applying smooth lines for the teacup’s outline
- Applying Colors and Gradients: The lesson covers how to effectively use layers and Alpha Lock to apply flat colors, and then enhance those colors with gradients and the airbrushing soft brush for depth
- Adding Special Effects: You explore how to use different brushes and layer modes to add stars, constellations, and nebulae effects, bringing the galaxy theme to life inside the teacup