Cat on a Roof
In this super fun and easy Procreate tutorial, we’re going to paint a dreamy, starry night scene—complete with a glowing sky, textured rooftops, and of course, a cute little cat looking up at the stars. We’ll be using only brushes that are already in Procreate, and I’ll walk you through every single step so you can follow along with ease. I’ve also chosen a nice tall canvas for this one to really emphasize the sky—can’t wait to see what you’ll create! Let’s get started!
Brushes used:
- Quoll
- Niko Rull
- Oberon
- Flicks
- Splatter
- Soft Brush
- Tinderbox
Canvas Size:
- 1500 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Blending painterly gradients: Using the Quoll brush with varied pressure to create rich color transitions while preserving texture in the sky.
- Layering textures with alpha lock: Learn to use Alpha lock to shade and texturize areas like the roof, chimney, and cat without coloring outside their shapes.
- Adding atmosphere with light effects: Use glow layers, splatter brushes, and the Bloom effect to enhance the dreamy night vibe with starry accents and a glowing moon.
Isometric Colorful Room
You can draw this in Procreate! In this easy step-by-step tutorial, I’ll show you how to create a colorful isometric room illustration from start to finish. It’s a great way to get familiar with isometric perspective while designing a fun, cozy space. So, grab your iPad and Apple Pencil and let’s get started!
Brushes used:
- 6B Pencil
- Studio Pen
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Using the Isometric Grid: Learn to use the isometric drawing guide and adjust grid settings for precise perspective.
- Sketching Basic Shapes: Break down furniture and objects into simple geometric forms aligned with the grid.
- Creating Clean Line Art: Use inking brushes to refine shapes, incorporating playful, rounded edges for a stylized look.
- Applying Color Efficiently: Use reference layers and drag-and-drop fills to quickly color different elements.
- Adding Shadows for Depth: Use clipping masks and multiply layers to create soft, directional shadows for realism.
Cute Little Bird
Want to create an adorable bird illustration in Procreate? This easy-to-follow tutorial walks you through every step, from sketching the basic shapes to adding texture and shading for a polished, stylized look. You can fully customize the colors and details to make it your own!
Brushes used:
- Round Chalk Brush
- Round Chalk Pencil
- Medium Nozzle
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Using basic shapes to build structure: Start with simple circles and ovals for the head, body, and wings, adjusting them for a natural composition.
- Creating texture with brush techniques: Use the Round Chalk Pencil and Medium Nozzle to add a soft, painterly texture and feather-like details.
- Layering and blending colors: Apply soft gradients and highlights to add depth, using alpha lock to contain shading within the shapes.
- Adding final details with freehand strokes: Enhance the illustration with stylized feather marks, a rosy cheek, and a curved branch for a complete composition.
House on a Hill
This tutorial walks you through creating a whimsical, textured landscape in Procreate, complete with rolling hills, a cozy house, and expressive trees. The beauty of this painting lies in its wonky, imperfect strokes—so no need for perfectionism!
Brushes used:
- Monoline
- Nikko Rull
- Quoll
- Studio Pen
- Tinderbox
- Oberon
- Freycinet
- Burnt Tree
- Flicks
- Inka
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Layering for depth: Build hills in layers, placing darker tones in the foreground and lighter ones in the background to create a sense of depth.
- Adding texture with Alpha Lock: Use Alpha Lock and brushes like the Quoll and Nikko Rull to create painterly textures and blended gradients.
- Painting a wonky house: Construct a playful house with simple shapes, layering elements like the roof and windows for a fun, slightly offbeat look.
Cute Little Hippo
Want to level up your Procreate skills? In this tutorial, we’ll take a simple base shape and transform it into a fully colored, painterly-style hippo illustration. Starting with a sketch, we’ll refine the drawing, add line art, apply flat colors, and finish with textures, lighting, and a background. Let’s dive in!
Brushes used:
- 6B Pencil
- Soft Brush
- Dry Ink
- Studio Pen
- Larapuna
- Gouache
- Basic Flo
- Oberon
- Ink Bleed
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Building a Sketch with Simple Shapes
Start with circles and ovals to form the head and body, refining with additional features like ears, snout, and legs. - Creating Clean Line Art
Use the Dry Ink brush for a textured, forgiving outline, adjusting pressure for varied line thickness. - Applying Flat Colors and Shading
Use a separate layer for base colors, adding shadows with Multiply mode and highlights with Add mode for depth. - Adding Painterly Textures
Blend colors using the Larapuna brush and Smudge tool to achieve a soft, natural paint-like effect. - Enhancing the Background
Use artistic brushes for abstract textures, adding layers of grass and light to complete the scene.
10 Easy Drawings
Looking for quick, simple, and fun Procreate drawings? Here are 10 super easy Procreate drawing ideas for when you are bored!
Brushes used:
- Studio Pen
- Monoline
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Using Liquify for Shape Adjustments: Master reshaping and refining objects with Procreate’s Liquify tool
- Employing Clipping Masks and Alpha Lock: Gain control over layers by confining details like patterns and shading to specific areas.
- Customizing Backgrounds and Adding Textures: Learn to complement your drawings with subtle gradients, shadows, and textures for depth.
- Working with Symmetry Tools: Efficiently create intricate designs, such as umbrellas and suns, using radial and vertical symmetry.
- Layer Organization and Advanced Effects: Manage layers with features like reference, layer masks, and blending modes to create glowing effects and polished compositions.
Birthday Cake
Creating a unique, personalized birthday card is so much fun! This tutorial is super easy and will help you create your own unique piece of cake. It will have colorful, decorated layers, lots of candles and you’ll learn how to work with text in Procreate.
Brushes used:
- Studio Pen
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating a Cake Base with Layers: Learn to draw multiple tiers of a cake with clean shapes, using the move and transform tools for resizing and layering.
- Using Liquify for Customization: Master the Liquify tool to adjust drips on the cake.
- Alpha Lock for Detail Work: Discover how to use Alpha Lock to add shadows, highlights, and depth without coloring outside shapes.
- Clipping Mask for Patterns: Apply clipping masks to add diagonal patterns and details to the candles.
- Adding Outlined Text: Learn how to create an outlined text effect in Procreate.
Winter Lake
There’s nothing better than learning while creating something beautiful! In this fun and easy Procreate tutorial, you’ll master fantastic techniques while designing a serene winter landscape. We’ll explore Procreate brushes and some free brushes from my Treasure Chest brush pack. Follow along and let your creativity flow as you create this stunning scene step by step!
Brushes used:
- Studio Pen
- Monoline Brush
- Wet Sponge Brush
- Pine Trees Brush
- Spackle it Brush
- Mercury Brush
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 2000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating layered landscapes: Build hills, lakes, and a foreground with color blending and Gaussian blur for depth and texture
- Drawing trees and vegetation: Apply the Pine Trees and Spackle brushes to add natural details and textures to landscapes
- Designing and detailing structures: Craft a 3D cabin with some simple steps
Cute Polar Bear
Let’s paint a cozy, adorable winter bear together in Procreate! This beginner-friendly tutorial shows you how to use just two free brushes included in the app. Along the way, you’ll learn powerful techniques like using Alpha Lock, layer blending modes, and the Smudge Tool, all while creating a cute bear decked out in winter gear. Ready to bring this bear to life? Let’s get started!
Brushes used:
- Sassafras Brush
- Oberon Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Using Alpha Lock for controlled shading: Alpha Lock limits your painting to the active layer’s contents, perfect for adding shadows and highlights without going outside the shape
- Layer blending modes like Multiply and Overlay: Multiply enhances shadows, while Overlay introduces subtle atmospheric effects like soft lighting or color accents
- Effective use of the Smudge Tool: Blends strokes and colors for a soft, painterly texture