If you’ve been looking to add a splash of color and creativity to your digital art portfolio, I’ve got just the thing for you. In this tutorial we’ll bring a charming raccoon to life, but not just a regular racoon. We’ll add lots of color and glow!

Brushes used:

• Tapered Lines
• Soft Brush
• Light Pen
• Multi-Color Lines brush

Canvas Size:

• 3500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Adding and Adjusting Photos: Learn to insert and perfectly size a photo of a raccoon on your canvas
• Utilizing Symmetry: Make your workflow efficient with the symmetry tool, enabling you to draw one half while Procreate mirrors your actions on the other
• Creating and Filling Shapes: From the broad strokes of the raccoon’s face to the finer details of its features, you’ll get hands-on experience with layering shapes and colors
• Layer Masks and Blending Modes: Discover the magic of layer masks for subtle transitions and blending modes to add luminosity and depth
• Adding Glow and Neon Effects: Create a glowing effect using the Multi-Color Lines brush and various blending modes to bring your raccoon to life with a neon touch

In this easy and satisfying Procreate tutorial we will create this lovely glowing dream catcher together. It’s super relaxing! I have added all the brushes we’ll be using.

Brushes used:

• Soft Brush
• Monoline Brush
• Fineliner Brush
• Flare Brush
• Light Brush
• Light Pen

Canvas Size:

• 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Drawing with Symmetry: Learn to use Procreate’s symmetry tool to draw perfect circles and intricate patterns, saving time while maintaining precision in your design
• Adding Glow Effects: Discover techniques to add a captivating glow to your dream catcher, using layer duplication, alpha lock, and Gaussian blur to achieve a mesmerizing effect
• Incorporating Textures and Photos: You’ll learn how to integrate a photo into your artwork, adjusting its opacity for a subtle effect, and adding textures to your dream catcher for a rich, detailed look

During this intermediate to advanced level tutorial we’ll create this realistic looking cupcake together. I’ll guide you through all the steps of the process of course and I’ve attached a color palette and a brush pack for easy brush picking.

Brushes used:

• Flotastic Sketcher
• Smooth Lines Brush
• Grunge Rock Brush
• Make It Lighter Brush
• Make It Darker Brush
• Watercolor Stone Brush
• Lighten Line Brush
• Dry Fineliner
• Soft Brush

Canvas Size:

• 3000 x 5000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Sketching and Refining: You’ll start with basic shapes to outline the cupcake, then refine your sketch by adjusting opacity and adding layers to perfect your drawing
• Color Blocking: Learn to lay down base colors effectively
• Texture and Shading: This tutorial will teach you how to add texture and depth, transforming flat colors into a lifelike cupcake with layers of cream, chocolate drips, and shiny cherries
• Final Touches: Learn to adjust the overall composition, including tweaking with the liquify tool, adding background gradients, and applying a drop shadow for a polished finish

Here’s a cute and fun tutorial! We’ll draw this mermaid cat together and use lovely soft tones. You can apply the techniques and color palette to other kawaii creature drawings as well. Have fun!

Brushes used:

• Flotastic Sketcher
• Smear it Around
• Dry Ink
• Overlay Brush
• Soft Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Sketching Fundamentals: You’ll learn how to sketch basic shapes and refine them into a mermaid cat
• Coloring Techniques: Discover how to apply base colors, blend them seamlessly, and add shadows and highlights for a three-dimensional look
• Line Work: Master the art of line drawing with the Dry Ink brush, varying pressure to create dynamic thickness for visual interest

During this tutorial we’ll create this lovely mountain landscape together. We’ll start by blocking in basic shapes. Once we have these shapes, we’ll start adding lots of texture. I have added a brush pack for easy brush picking and a color palette with all the colors we’ll use.

Brushes used:

• Soft Brush
• Square Chalk Brush
• Flat Painter Brush
• Rough Edged Stone Brush
• Rough Little Stick Brush
• Lighten Line Brush
• Darken Line Brush
• Multiply Brush
• Rough Spackles Brush
• On The Flo Brush
• Smear It Around Brush
• Chalk Mixer Brush

Canvas Size:

• 4000 x 5600 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Creating gradients: You’re starting off by using a soft brush to craft a gradient for the sky. This part of the tutorial walks you through blending colors smoothly
• Blocking in major shapes: Here, the focus is on the crucial step of shaping your landscape. By using the square chalk brush, you’re learning to outline the essential forms that serve as the foundation of your artwork
• Texturing: Dive into the art of texturing with an array of brushes. This segment shows you how to bring the mountains, grass, and clouds to life
• Layer management: Managing your layers is key in digital painting. Throughout the tutorial, you’re getting hands-on experience with creating and organizing around six or seven layers, using techniques like clipping masks and alpha lock for a streamlined, non-destructive workflow

During this intermediate level tutorial we’ll be creating a realistic looking light bulb. We’ll be making use of the selection tool to get crisp edges for our bulb and use a variety of brushes to get a nice shiny effect. You’ll find a brush pack with all the brushes used attached to this post, along with the color palette.

Brushes used:

• Flotastic Sketcher
• Smooth Lines Brush
• Basic Flo Brush
• Lighten Line 2
• Smudgy Hair Brush
• Overlay Brush
• Lighten Line
• Light Pen
• Soft Brush
• Bokeh Light Brush

Canvas Size:

• 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Sketching with Ease: We start by laying down the bulb’s initial shapes, using the Flotastic Sketcher brush for its versatility and precision
• Applying Base Colors Symmetrically: Procreate’s symmetry tool becomes crucial as we paint the base layers, aiming for balance and visual appeal
• Adding Depth with Shading: Exploring the effects of shadows and highlights allows us to add volume and a sense of realism
• Capturing Glass Texture: We tackle the challenge of glass by manipulating transparency and reflections, perfecting the art of blending colors for a shiny finish
• Creating a Blurry Background: The process extends to crafting a background that sets our bulb apart, using light and shadow to highlight the main subject

During this easy tutorial we’ll be creating a colorful retro doodle! We’ll be using some photos as a base, so the process is really easy. You can use the same technique for loads of different objects 😃

Here are links to the photos we use during this tutorial:

• Controller
• Camera
• Cassette Tape

Brushes used:

• Monoline Brush
• Dry Ink

Canvas Size:

• 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Photo Manipulation: Learn to rearrange and resize photos on your canvas, setting the stage for your doodles
• Creating Outlines: Master the use of the Dry Ink brush to trace and simplify your objects into basic, doodle-like shapes
• Quick Shapes: Utilize Procreate’s Quick Shape feature for perfect circles and straight lines, making your doodles look crisp
• Coloring Techniques: Explore harmonious color selection and apply flat colors using the Monoline brush for a cohesive look
• Adding Shadows and Highlights: Discover how to use layer blending modes like Multiply and Screen to add depth and dimension to your doodles

In this tutorial I’ll show you an easy way to create colorful animal portraits drawing over a photo. It’s a fun technique that gives an amazing result. Have fun!

Brushes used:

• Inka
• Round Brush
• Dry Flat Marker

Canvas Size:

• 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Creating Expressive Outlines: Using the Inka brush, discover how to trace the animal’s outline with pressure sensitivity, varying line thickness for a dynamic effect
• Adding Color and Texture: Explore techniques to layer colors and textures beneath the outline layer, using brushes like the Round Brush and Dry Flat Marker for diverse effects
• Balancing Color and Shape: Gain insights on balancing colors, adding varied shapes, and adjusting the overall composition by turning off the photo layer to assess color balance

Skills Learned:

• Simplifying Shapes: Begin by breaking down hands and feet into their most basic forms. For hands, think of the palm as a rectangular block and group the fingers together before detailing individual ones. This method helps in reducing complexity
• Understanding Structure: Pay attention to the underlying structure of hands and feet. Noticing the arches in fingers and toes, as well as the volume and cushions where the digits attach to the palm or foot, is crucial
• Proportion and Alignment: Learn to measure distances between joints and ensure that the width of the wrist is narrower than the palm. Recognize that fingers and toes are not uniformly straight but have varying lengths and alignments