Cartoon Cat
Let’s draw something cute! In this easy and fun tutorial we’ll draw this cute cartoon cat together.
Brushes used:
- Flotastic Sketcher
- Smooth Lines Brush
- Tapered Lines Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating clean outlines: Mastering the art of smooth and clean outlines to define the character sharply
- Layer management: Efficient use of layers for sketching, line art, and coloring, including the use of clipping masks and layer blending modes for a non-destructive workflow
- Pen control: Improving pen pressure sensitivity and control through varied line weights, enhancing the visual appeal of the illustration
Anime Style Sky
In this advanced tutorial, we’ll tackle the challenge of creating an anime-style dramatic sky with voluminous clouds. This lesson is ideal for those seeking to enhance their skills in cloud painting.
Brushes used:
- Soft Brush
- Flotastic Brush
- Smear It Around Brush
- Dynamic Color Brush
- Soft Streaky Mixer
- Smooth Sketching Brush
- Luminance Brush
- Couple Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Cloud Shaping and Detailing: Master the art of using the Flotastic Brush to paint fluffy, detailed clouds, focusing on shape variety and layering for depth
- Color Variation: Explore how to add life to your clouds and sky with a dynamic range of colors, ensuring your clouds pop with realism and depth
- Light and Shadow Dynamics: Discover the secrets to painting realistic light and shadow on clouds, enhancing the three-dimensional feel of your scene
Lovely Shelves Part 2
This is part 2 of a two part tutorial in which we will create these lovely and almost magical looking shelves. I’ll guide you through the process from sketch to fully rendered piece. In this second part we’ll focus on adding details and shading.
Brushes used:
- Soft Brush
- Dark Shader
- Light Shader
- Overlay Brush
- Lighten Line Brush
- Darker Line Brush
- Smooth Lines Brush
- Script Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 4000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Shading Techniques: Explore the use of dark and light shaders to add depth and dimension to various objects, enhancing their realism
- Texture and Detailing: Learn to create textures and details using brushes like the Darken Line and Lighten Line Brush, adding interest
- Layer Blending and Masking: Utilize layer blending modes like Multiply and tools like layer masks to refine shadows and highlights without changing the base colors
- Dynamic Lighting Effects: Experiment with effects like bloom to create glowing elements and dynamic lighting on objects like lanterns
- Refinement and Detailing: Improve skills in refining details, such as adding warmth with the Overlay Brush, creating patterns, and enhancing shadows for a more polished look
Lovely Shelves Part 1
This is part 1 of a two part tutorial in which we will create these lovely and almost magical looking shelves. I’ll guide you through the process from sketch to fully rendered piece. In this first part we’ll focus on sketching and laying down the base colors.
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Smooth Lines Brush
- Script Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 4000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Sketching Techniques: Learn to start out with a rough sketch and then putting a more detailed sketch on top, using layers effectively to refine designs
- Color Blocking: Master the art of laying down base colors for different elements, ensuring a solid foundation for further detailing
- Layer Management: Gain insights into organizing layers, using Alpha Lock, and employing clipping masks for efficient workflow
- Symmetry and Precision: Utilize the Symmetry tool and quick shape features to achieve precise and symmetrical designs
- Attention to Detail: Enhance skills in adding intricate details and textures to various objects, preparing for more advanced rendering
Ghibli Style Landscape
I’m so excited about this tutorial, a landscape like this is so much fun to create. During this tutorial we will paint this Studio Ghibli inspired landscape together. It’s pretty easy actually!
Brushes used:
- Soft Brush
- Flotastic Brush
- Tapered Lines Brush
- Scattered Soft Bush Brush
- Fineliner Brush
- Soft Rounded Mossy Grass Brush
- Medium Hard Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Gradient Creation: Master the technique of creating a smooth gradient for the sky, using the soft brush and Gaussian blur
- Layer Management: Learn how to efficiently use layers for creating elements like water, hills, clouds, and foreground objects
- Color Blending: Enhance your skills in blending colors for natural-looking elements like hills, rocks, and trees
- Detailed Texturing: Develop the ability to add texture and depth to various elements, such as grass, rocks, and tree trunks
- Shadow and Light Effects: Gain insights into using shadows and light to add realism and depth to the landscape
Stained Glass Cat
In this tutorial we’ll create a stained glass style illustration of a cat. It’s a fun technique which you can use for other subjects as well!
Brushes used:
- Flotastic Sketcher
- Fineliner Brush
- Fluffy Clouds Brush
- Marblous Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Using the Symmetry Tool: Learn how to activate and utilize the symmetry tool to create balanced and mirrored sketches efficiently
- Color Filling Techniques: Discover how to use Procreate’s drag-and-drop feature for filling color, along with managing the color drop threshold to avoid spillovers
- Adding Textures and Effects: Explore the use of different brushes and layer blending modes like Add and Multiply to add texture and depth to your stained glass artwork, simulating the light effects and variances seen in actual stained glass
Storybook Character
During this fun and easy Procreate tutorial I will guide you through the steps of creating this cute storybook style character. This tutorial is perfect for anyone wanting to create cute, storybook-style characters in Procreate. With easy-to-follow steps and a focus on fundamental skills, you’ll be able to bring your own characters to life in no time. Happy drawing, and don’t forget to share your creations!
Brushes used:
- Flotastic Sketcher
- Fineliner Brush
- Round Chalk Brush
- Rough Round Brush
- Soft Edge Faded
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Sketching with Simple Shapes: Learn to sketch your character using basic shapes like circles, cones, and sausages. This technique simplifies the drawing process and is great for beginners
- Creating Big Eyes and Expressions: Understand the importance of eye placement and size for creating expressive storybook characters
- Layering and Texturing Techniques: Master the art of using layers for different elements like hair, clothes, and accessories. Plus, get skilled at adding textures to give your character a chalky, storybook feel
- Coloring and Shading: Dive into coloring techniques using a limited palette. Learn to add shadows and highlights to bring your character to life
Mountains
Jump into a landscape painting session with me on Procreate. This tutorial is all about choosing colors on the fly, figuring out layers, and messing around with brushes, including the trusty Flotastic brush. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve got some digital brush miles under your belt, there’s something in here for you. Let’s roll up our sleeves and bring that landscape to life.
Brushes used:
- Flotastic Brush
- Soft Brush
- Heavy Metal Brush
- Rustic Decay Brush
- Bruise Brush
- Overlay Brush
Canvas Size:
- 4000 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Layer Management: Learn how to effectively use layers to separate different elements of the landscape, such as the sky, distant mountains, and foreground, to maintain organization and flexibility throughout the painting process
- Color Selection and Adjustment: Discover how to choose base colors, adjust them to suit your scene, and create a cohesive color palette that brings your landscape to life
- Brush Technique: Explore the use of different brushes to achieve a variety of textures, from soft sky transitions to rugged mountain surfaces and delicate snow details
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!