Anime-style Dramatic Sky
For this project we’ll create this stunning cloudscape together. It’s a bit more challenging, but I’m sure you can do it!
This tutorial is packed with valuable tips and techniques, perfect for those who love landscape art. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced Procreate user, these steps will help you craft stunning cloudscapes. Don’t forget to grab the brushes from freefromflo.com, and share your amazing artwork. Tag me on Instagram for a chance to be featured!
Brushes used:
- Jittery Tapered
- Standard Blender
- Color Booster
- Soft Brush
- Fineliner Brush
- Hartz Brush
- Jagged Brush
- Simple Grass Brush
- Soft Scattery Bush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Layer Blending and Opacity Control: Discover how to effectively use layer blending modes and adjust layer opacity to create depth and realism in your clouds
- Brush Techniques: Master various brush strokes, including rounded shapes for cloud silhouettes and smaller strokes for finer details
- Smudging and Blending: Learn to smudge and blend colors seamlessly, creating soft transitions and maintaining texture within your clouds
- Detailing and Texturing: Enhance your clouds with details like highlights and shadows, using color variety and texture to bring your artwork to life
Stylized Landscape
If you’ve ever wanted to dip your toes into the colorful pool of Procreate but felt a tad overwhelmed, you’ve clicked on the right tutorial. It’s like your cozy, creative blanket, perfect for both Procreate newbies and those of you seeking a calm art escape. I’ll guide you through every step along the way while we create this lovely and colorful landscape. So, buckle up, grab your iPad, and let’s get that creative energy flowing!
Brushes used:
- Soft Brush
- Monoline Brush
- Script Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Alpha Lock and Layer Clipping Mask: These techniques are pivotal for adding intricate details to specific parts of your artwork without affecting other elements
- Layer Blending Modes: The use of blending modes like multiply and screen is illustrated to add depth, texture, and light to the landscape
- Drawing Perfect Shapes: It covers how to draw perfect circles and other shapes
Cartoon Puppy
Ever dreamt of creating your very own cartoon puppy but felt a tad intimidated by the vast world of digital art? Fear not, for I’ve crafted the perfect Procreate tutorial just for you! Whether you’re a complete newbie to drawing or Procreate, or you’re looking to add a dash of cuteness to your art repertoire, this tutorial is your go-to guide.
Brushes used:
- Script Brush
- Chalk Pencil
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Sketching: Master the art of sketching by building up the puppy’s form with basic shapes
- Adjusting Sketches: Learn to make significant adjustments to your sketch using Procreate’s selection, move, transform, and liquify tools.
- Line Art and Coloring: Develop line art using the script brush under the calligraphy brushes, focusing on varied line weights for a dynamic look
- Adding Shadows and Highlights: Utilize layer blending modes like multiply for shadows and screen for highlights to add dimension to your character
3D Text
Ready to jazz up your Procreate skills with some snazzy lettering art? This fun-filled tutorial, in collaboration with Shoutbam!, walks you through creating eye-popping 3D letters that practically leap off your screen! We’ve got you covered with some special Shoutbam! brushes, perfect for adding that extra zing and texture to your artwork. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned pro, you’ll find these steps easy to follow and super rewarding.
Brushes used:
- Basic Shape Brush
- Fineliner Brush
- E-box Brush
- D Box Brush
- G Box Brush
- Small Grain Texturizer
- Wool Texturizer
- Just Like Pollock Brush
- Hipster Blast
- Drops Brush
- Rim Light Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Letters with Guidelines: Learn to use simple boxes and guidelines to maintain uniformity in letter thickness, ensuring that your lettering pieces are not only visually appealing but also structurally consistent
- 3D Effects: Master the art of adding depth to your letters, transforming flat shapes into stunning 3D artworks
- Adding Texture and Light Effects: Discover how to bring your lettering to life by incorporating various textures and light effects. These techniques add richness and depth, making the letters pop off the canvas
- Composition and Layout: Understand the importance of composition in lettering art. Learn how to arrange letters and elements within your canvas, utilizing space effectively to create a balanced and harmonious design
Vector Style Girl
Ready to dive into a serene and beautiful project using Procreate? This tutorial is all about crafting a peaceful vector-style illustration, filled with lovely shapes and textures. Let’s jump right in and explore what you’ll learn!
Brushes used:
- Monoline Brush
- Spackle it Brush
- Fineliner Brush
- Script Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Alpha Lock and Clipping Masks: Discover how to lock transparency on layers (Alpha Lock) and use clipping masks to apply textures and colors without affecting other elements
- Layer Merging Techniques: Learn when and how to merge layers without losing the flexibility to make changes, optimizing layer count
- Creating and Filling Shapes: Get hands-on experience in creating various shapes and filling them with colors, enhancing your control and precision
- Adding Textures and Details: Dive into the art of texturing using different brushes, adding depth and vibrancy to your illustration
Mountain Cabin
Brushes used:
- Script Brush
- Monoline Brush
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 4000 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Clipping Mask & Alpha Lock: Learn to control where your paint affects the canvas, allowing for non-destructive adjustments and layering techniques
- Layer Blending Modes: Understand how blending modes like Multiply and Screen can add depth, shadows, and highlights to your artwork
- Perspective Grid: Utilize the perspective grid to accurately sketch and place objects within a three-dimensional space
- Layer Management: Gain insights into effective layer management to enhance the complexity of your scene without overwhelming your canvas
Cozy Desk
In this fun and easy Procreate tutorial we’ll create a cosy desk scene. During this tutorial you will learn how to use the perspective grid and how you can create a loose style for your illustration.
Brushes used:
- 6B Pencil
- Fineliner Brush
- Script Brush
- Monoline Brush
- Round Brush
- Light Pen
- Rad Brush
- Hartz Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Using the Perspective Grid: Learn how to set up a perspective grid, essential for achieving accurate proportions and depth in your illustration
- Sketching: Master the art of loose sketching, laying out the main elements of the cozy desk scene
- Line Art Creation: Transition from sketch to clean line art, using the Fineliner Brush to outline your sketch neatly
- Coloring Techniques: Explore color layering, starting from flat colors to detailed shading, enhancing the cozy and warm feel of the scene
- Adding Shadows and Details: Gain proficiency in using layer blending modes like Multiply for shadows and Screen for highlights, adding depth and realism to your artwork
Isometric House
Dive into the world of isometric art with me as we create a stunning little blue house together in Procreate. No need for any special brushes or prior experience; I’ve got you covered every step of the way. From setting up your isometric grid to adding those final touches that bring your house to life, you’ll learn it all. We’ll play with basic shapes, layer masks, alpha locks, and even throw in some environmental elements to make your artwork pop. Grab your iPad and let’s make something amazing together. Don’t forget to share your masterpiece and tag me – I can’t wait to see what you create.
Brushes used:
- Monoline Brush
- Soft Airbrush
- Script Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Setting Up an Isometric Grid: You’ll start by establishing an isometric grid in Procreate, learning how to adjust the grid size, opacity, and color for optimal visibility during your project
- Basic Shape Construction: The initial stages involve constructing the house’s base shapes on the grid, ensuring accurate perspective and dimensionality
- Detailed Layer Work: As you progress, you’ll delve into more complex techniques involving layer masks, alpha lock, and clipping masks to add intricate details and textures to your house
Storybook Character
We’ll have so much fun creating our own storybook character in this step by step tutorial! We’ll start with basic shapes and slowly build up our girl character. I’m sure you can do it too! Just don’t forget to share your result because I always love seeing so many variations. Have fun!
Brushes used:
- Monoline Brush
- Old Brush
- 2B Compressed
- Round Chalk Brush
- Script Brush
- Fineliner Brush
- Soft Brush
- Basic Flo Brush
- Smudgy Hair Brush
- Dark Noise Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Basic Shapes and Transforming Them: Learn how to draw perfect circles and transform them into different shapes using the Liquify tool
- Layer Management and Clipping Masks: Master the use of layers, Alpha Lock, and clipping masks to neatly organize your artwork and apply textures and colors efficiently
- Texturing Techniques: Gain skills in adding textures using various brushes for a more dynamic and layered illustration
- Adding Depth with Shadows: Learn how to create shadows and depth by using the multiply blend mode and adjusting opacity
- Detailing with Highlights and Lines: Enhance your character with highlights, detailed lines, and hair textures to bring it to life