Landscapes

Night Sky

This Procreate tutorial is short and sweet! In just 15 minutes I will show you how you can create this night sky landscape on your iPad. We’ll use brushes that are already in the app plus some free Procreate brushes from my treasure chest, so don’t forget to sign up for my weekly newsletter if you haven’t already.

Now let’s get started and create a lovely landscape!

Brushes used:

  • Medium Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Pine Tree Brush
  • Simple Grass Brush
  • Light Pen
  • Blackburn Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Gradient Creation: Learn how to create a gradient in Procreate by making use of Gaussian Blur
  • Layering Techniques: Learn how to build up an illustration with multiple layers for the sky, hills, moon, and details like trees and grass
  • Using Alpha Lock: You’ll apply gradients to shapes by locking layers, preventing colors from going outside the shapes
  • Drawing Assists and Transformations: Utilize Procreate’s drawing guide for perfect lines and warp tool for dynamic distortions
  • Brush Adjustment: Learn how to adjust a brush to make it perfect for creating nebula clouds
Creatures

Underwater Scene

In this easy Procreate tutorials I’ll be guiding you through the steps of creating this bright and colorful underwater scene. We’ll start off by drawing a fish, then we’ll create a variety of underwater plants, next we’ll duplicate the plants to save ourselves some time and effort creating our scene. We’ll finish the project up by adding lighting effects, more fish and a bunch of bubbles.

I’m sure you’ll end up with a lovely result, so don’t forget to share it!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Spackle it Brush
  • Fineliner
  • Light Pen

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Shape Crafting and Adjustment: The tutorial kicks off with crafting a simple fish shape, showcasing how to perfect its form with the liquify tool
  • Efficient Layer Use and Coloring Techniques: Learn how to make use of alpha lock for easy coloring
  • Blending Modes for Depth and Glow: Get familiar with blending modes like Multiply and Screen to add depth and glow to your scen
  • Creative Composition and Duplication: Learn how to duplicate, rearrange, and recolor elements to build a cohesive and visually appealing scene
Food

Apple – The Flo Method

Heya Flocreators! Let me introduce the Flo Method! An easy way to remember the steps you can follow to draw any subject. I’ll explain the method while we draw this simple and stylized apple in Procreate. So you won’t just learn a fun drawing method, but you’ll also learn about the features in Procreate. It’s a win-win!

Brushes used:

  • 6B Pencil
  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Acrylic Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Observation: Fundamental in drawing, observing the form and lighting of your subject is crucial
  • Sketching: The initial step in the drawing process involves using the 6B Pencil to explore and establish the basic shapes of your subject, which, in this case, is an apple
  • Line Art Creation: After sketching, we proceed to refine our drawing with crisp lines using the Monoline Brush, a step that’s especially useful for stylized illustrations
  • Color Blocking: The tutorial highlights the importance of laying down base colors for different parts of the drawing without worrying about details, using layers beneath the line art for organization
  • Lighting and Shading: Introducing soft global light and form shadows enriches the drawing, providing depth and dimension
  • Final Touches: Adjusting line art colors to blend with the base and adding secondary light sources or rim lights bring the artwork to life, making it pop
Creatures

Blue Monster

Heya Flocreators! I’m super excited to share a fun, easy, and absolutely adorable tutorial on Procreate where we’ll be bringing a cute little blue monster to life! Whether you’re just starting your digital art journey or you’re looking to add new tricks to your arsenal, this tutorial is packed with useful tips and tricks that will make your creative process even more enjoyable.

We’ll dive into some of my favorite tools and techniques in Procreate, like the Liquify tool, the wonders of the Symmetry tool, the simplicity of creating quick shapes, and making use of Alpha Lock for that perfect shading and texture.

And, if you’re feeling proud of your blue monster (which I’m sure you will!), I’d love to see your masterpiece! Share it and tag me on Instagram – it’s such a joy to see your creations, and who knows, your monster might just make a cameo in my next video!

So, grab your iPad, open up Procreate, and let’s get started on this creative adventure together. Can’t wait to see what amazing monsters you all create!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Dark Noise Brush
  • Round Chalk Brush
  • Fineliner Brush
  • Chalk Pencil

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Liquify: Utilizing the Liquify tool to sculpt the monster’s shape, adjusting the brush size for different effects
  • Symmetry Tool: Employing the Symmetry tool for balanced designs, turning it on and off as needed for various elements like horns and arms
  • Creating Quick Shapes: Drawing perfect circles and using the snapping feature to center shapes precisely on the canvas
  • Mastering Alpha Lock: Applying Alpha Lock for efficient shading and texture detailing on specific layers without affecting others
  • Adding Shadows and Highlights: Strategic use of colors and brushes to add depth and dimension through shading and highlights
Landscapes

Sunflower Field

Heya Flocreators! Dive into our latest Procreate painting tutorial and master the art of creating a breathtaking painterly sunflower field in just 35 minutes. I designed this step-by-step guide in my Flo lab and it’s perfect both beginners and seasoned Flocreators using Procreate. Learn to use the brushes that come with Procreate to bring your impressionistic landscapes to life.

Brushes used:

  • Acrylic Brush
  • Turpentine Brush
  • Inker Brush
  • Thylicine Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating a Base Layer and Ground Plane: Learn how to lay down the initial colors for your landscape
  • Texture and Detailing: Master the use of the Turpentine brush to add texture and depth to your painting, making the scene come alive with expressive brushstrokes
  • Sky and Cloud Formation: Explore techniques to create a dynamic sky, using a blend of colors and the smudge tool to craft clouds with a realistic, fluffy appearance
  • Final Touches and Lighting: Discover how to add final touches that enhance the overall lighting and composition, including a vignette effect to focus the viewer’s attention
Creatures

Colorful Bird

In less than 20 minutes, you’ll transform a blank canvas into a work of art that’s bursting with color and personality. By following step-by-step instructions, you’ll be able to create this painterly, colorful bird. This project is perfect for beginners in Procreate!

Brushes used:

  • Oberon Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Shape Building: Starting with a simple oval for the body and adding elements like the tail, wings, and beak to construct the bird’s basic form
  • Layering Techniques: Learn to work with multiple layers for different parts of the bird, enhancing organization and editing capabilities
  • Clipping Mask & Alpha Lock: Utilize these powerful tools for precise coloring within shapes and adding textures without affecting the base layer
  • Color Blending & Texturing: Explore the use of the smudge tool with the Oberon brush to blend colors seamlessly and create a painterly texture
  • Expressive Coloring: Experiment with a vibrant color palette to bring your bird to life, using varying brush sizes and opacity to add depth and interest
Landscapes

Winter Landscape

In this fun and easy Procreate tutorial I will guide you through the process of creating this stylized winter landscape full of color. You’ll get familiar with tools like alpha lock and make use of the selection tool. By the end of the tutorial you will have an illustration to be proud of. So have fun!

Brushes used:

  • Soft Brush
  • Script Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Layer Management: Master the art of organizing multiple layers for creating complex scenes, including the use of clipping masks and alpha lock for detailed texturing
  • Creating Gradients: Utilize the soft brush for blending colors and creating soft gradients
  • Selection Tool Mastery: Learn to use the selection tool effectively for creating shapes and filling them with color, perfect for crafting trees and clouds with precision
  • Adding Textures and Details: Explore techniques for adding textures and details to your landscape, from jagged mountain edges to fluffy, dimensional clouds
Creatures

Love Birds

Here’s a cute Procreate tutorial which is perfect for Valentine’s day for instance! I’ll guide you through the process of creating this couple of cute love birds in easy steps. We’ll start of with a simple sketch before we start applying the line art. I’ll show you how you can make use of tools like alpha lock, clipping mask and the symmetry tool. You’ll be learning by doing! And you’ll end up with a lovely illustration which you can share with a loved one. Have fun!

Brushes used:

  • Round Chalk Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Technical Pen
  • Soft Brush
  • Script Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Sketching: Learn to sketch the basic shapes of the birds using simple geometric forms and the Round Chalk Pencil, establishing a solid foundation for your artwork
  • Symmetry Tool: Discover how to use Procreate’s Symmetry tool to create symmetrical elements
  • Layer Management: Learn how to organize your layers, which is crucial for a non-destructive workflow and for making adjustments easier
  • Layer Clipping Mask and Alpha Lock: Learn how to make use of these Procreate features to easily shade objects
Creatures

Cute Creatures

In this super easy Procreate tutorial, I will walk you through the delightful process of creating your very own unique and cute creature! This tutorial is perfect when you are just starting out with Procreate, but it’s also a lot of fun for seasoned Flocreators. Every outcome will be uniwue! I will show you how to draw various noses, paws, and tails. And we’ll be exploring Procreate’s basic features like layers, layer clipping masks, layer masks, and the Symmetry tool. You’ll be learning by doing!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Script Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Working with Layers: Understand how to create and manage layers for different parts of the creature
  • Using the Symmetry Tool: Learn how to make use of the symmetry tool and draw on two sides at the same time
  • Applying the Liquify Tool: Adjusting shapes to perfect the creature’s body and features
  • Layer Clipping Mask and Layer Masks: Mastering these features for detailed coloring and adding patterns
  • Creative Freedom: Get encouraged to make unique design decisions at every step, your creature will be one-of-a-kind!