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Creatures

Macaw

I’m thrilled to paint a stunning parrot together in Procreate! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting out, this tutorial is designed to be fun, engaging, and rewarding. And don’t worry if this tutorial looks challenging, I will be guiding you through all the steps, from sketch to finished painting.

This Procreate tutorial isn’t just about learning to paint a parrot; it’s about immersing yourself in the joy of digital painting, exploring colors, and unleashing your creativity. I can’t wait to see the beautiful, colorful parrots you create. Let’s make some art and have a blast doing it!

Brushes used:

  • Sketch it
  • Soft Brush
  • Basic Flo
  • Darken Line
  • Lighten Line
  • Overlay Brush
  • Multiply Brush
  • All-Around Hair

Canvas Size:

  • 4000 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Efficient Sketching: We’ll start with a basic outline, capturing the essence of our parrot, and then refine it for more detail
  • Color Blocking Mastery: Learn to lay down those vibrant base colors, the perfect base for our painting
  • Detailed Feather Work: I’ll show you how to use various brushes to create realistic and dynamic feathers
  • Play of Light and Shadow: Together, we’ll add depth and life to our parrot through lighting and shading
  • Blending for Realism: Discover the art of blending colors smoothly to achieve a natural, soft look

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