Brushes used:

• Basic Sketcher
• Flo Darka Brush
• Flo Lighta Brush
• Darken Line Brush
• Lighten Line Brush
• Soft Brush
• Standard Blender
• Basic Flo Brush
• Smudgy Hair Brush

Canvas Size:

• 4000 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Adjusting Photo Warmth: Warm up your reference image using hue, saturation, and brightness adjustments along with color balance for shadows, midtones, and highlights
• Tracing and Line Art Creation: Lower the opacity of your photo and trace key lines using the Basic Sketcher brush to establish guidelines for your painting
• Building Base Colors: Start with broad base colors for the background and dog, using the Base Painter brush to fill in large areas with warm tones
• Adding Texture and Detail: Use the Flo Darka and Flo Lighta brushes to deepen shadows and enhance highlights, gradually building up the dog’s fur texture
• Finalizing with Lighting Effects: Add glow and contrast by setting layers to Multiply and Screen, using masks to paint in shadows and highlights, bringing your dog painting to life

Brushes used:

• Dry Ink Brush
• Carbon Stick
• Round Chalk Brush
• Studio Pen
• Medium Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Symmetry Drawing: Use the Drawing Guide and Drawing Assist to create perfectly symmetrical shapes
• Layer Management: Adjust opacity, use multiple layers for different parts of the drawing, and apply clipping masks for controlled shading and highlights
• Basic Outlining and Shading: Employ the Dry Ink Brush for initial outlines and the Carbon Stick for adding textured shading
• Advanced Coloring Techniques: Utilize Alpha Lock and Clipping Mask to add shadows, highlights, and textures, making the illustration more dynamic

Brushes used:

• Dry Ink Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Creating Simple Shapes: Learn how to draw basic shapes like sausages, triangles, and curves to form the foundation of your doodles
• Adding Facial Features: Discover techniques to add cute faces to your doodles, including eyes, mouths, and expressions
• Using Line Weight: Explore the impact of varying line thickness to emphasize different parts of your doodles and add texture
• Customizing with Patterns: Learn how to add unique patterns and textures to your doodles for extra detail and personalization

Brushes used:

• Basic Sketcher
• Round Chalk Brush
• Rough Round Brush
• Subtle Chalk Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Layer Management: Use multiple layers to separate different parts of the drawing, making it easier to adjust and refine each element
• Rule of Thirds: Position the main subject according to the rule of thirds for a balanced and visually appealing composition
• Alpha Lock and Clipping Mask: Utilize alpha lock and clipping masks to add details and textures without painting outside the desired areas
• Texturing Techniques: Apply various brushes and colors to create realistic textures and depth, enhancing the overall look of the illustration

Brushes used:

• Round Chalk Brush
• Fineliner Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Layer Management: Explains how to use layers effectively for different parts of the bee, like the body, eyes, and wings, enhancing organization and editing flexibility
• Alpha Lock Use: Teaches how to use Alpha Lock for precise coloring within shapes, perfect for adding stripes to the bee and shading the eyes
• Shading and Highlighting: Shows techniques for shading the eyes and adding highlights to bring the character to life and give it a “derpy” expression

Brushes used:

• Dry Ink Brush
• Monoline Brush
• Medium Nozzle
• Wet Sponge
• Wash Brush
• Glowing Brush
• Round Brush
• Soft Brush
• Light Pen
• Old Beach Brush
• Studio Pen
• Tinder Box Brush
• Eaglehawk Brush

Canvas Size:

• 2500 x 2500 pixels

Projects:

• Creating a Colorful Animal Portrait: Learn to transform a photo of your pet into a vibrant, expressive artwork using a color-changing brush technique
• Designing Glowing Stars: Master the art of drawing and glowing star-filled skies, incorporating color dynamics and layer blending modes for a luminous effect
• Crafting an Abstract Watercolor Piece: Explore abstract art by creating random lines and filling them with watercolor brushes for a relaxing painting session
• Drawing a Cute Cat with Symmetry Tool: Utilize Procreate’s Symmetry tool to draw an adorable, perfectly symmetrical cat, enhancing it with colors and shadows
• Making a Minimalistic Tree: Discover how to use selection tools and layer masks to create a stylized, minimalistic tree with a calming aesthetic
• Drawing Black and White Planet Doodles: Delve into drawing various planets with unique textures and rings, adding depth and interest to a cosmic scene
• Painting a Simple Watercolor Landscape: Learn to layer washes of color to form a serene landscape, complete with clouds and a sun, on a textured paper effect
• Creating a Cute Bee Illustration: Combine basic shapes and Procreate’s drawing guides to create a charming bee, surrounded by flowers and clouds
• Building Stylized Watercolor Houses: Use artistic brushes to construct colorful, stylized houses, adding windows, doors, and trees for a whimsical village scene
• Crafting a Colorful Little Monster: Experiment with shapes, colors, and layers to bring to life a unique monster, filled with personality and whimsy

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

Heya Flocreators! In this more advanced realism painting tutorial we’ll be painting this cute little chipmunk. I’ll guide you through my process from sketch to finish and create a color palette along the way. I have attached it in case you want to use it, but it’s a great exercise to try and pick the colors yourself. You can do it! Grab your pencil and iPad and let’s get creating.

Brushes used:

• Basic Sketcher
• Base Painter
• Darken Line Brush
• Lighten Line Brush
• Basic Flo
• Shader Brush
• Rough Spackles Brush
• Flotastic Brush
• Dibby Dabby Brush
• Smudgy Hair Brush
• Soft Brush
• Overlay Brush
• Flo Darka Brush
• Flo Lighta Brush
• Standard Blender
• Loose Hairs Brush

Canvas Size:

• 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

• Creating a Sketch: Learn how to sketch the chipmunk by starting with broad shapes and then adding details
• Base Coloring and Layering: Learn how to lay down base colors and build on top of those to fine tune your colors
• Detailing and Texture: The use of various brushes to add texture and details to the chipmunk, including fur patterns, eyes, and the surrounding environment
• Enhancing Realism through Shadows and Highlights: Techniques for using layer masks on duplicated layers to refine shadows and highlights without losing underlying details, enhancing the realism of the painting

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