Two Tone Illustration
In this super calming tutorial, we’re creating a cozy little window scene with just two colors, yes, really, just two! You might’ve seen this trending on TikTok or Instagram, and I just love how moody and magical it looks. We’ll sketch everything from the curtains to a cute cat, add soft line art, and then bring it all to life with dreamy lighting and texture using only two hues. It’s like making your own printable coloring page, but with a digital twist. I’ll guide you through every step, it’s easier than it looks!
Brushes used:
- Bruny
- Studio Pen
- Night Heron
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Making the most of Procreate’s symmetry tool
You’ll set up a symmetrical guide to quickly sketch balanced elements like the window and curtains, super handy! - Creating clean line art from a sketch
We lower the opacity of the sketch and go over it with the Studio Pen to get those nice, crisp lines. satisfying stuff. - Building a full scene with only two colors
By layering light and shadow with just two tones, you’ll create depth and atmosphere without a huge color palette. - Adding handmade texture with gouache brushes
Instead of just tapping to fill, you’ll brush in your colors to give the scene a warm, natural, coloring-book feel. - Placing highlights and shadows for extra mood
We imagine where the light hits and layer on soft rim lights and deep shadows, this is where the magic really happens.
