Watercolor Desk
In this Procreate watercolor tutorial, you’ve learned to craft a delightful messy desk scene, perfect for embracing a more relaxed, artistic style.
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Flotastic Inker
- Round Watery Brush
- Loaded Round
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Loose Sketching Techniques: Mastering the art of creating initial sketches with the Basic Sketcher, focusing on placing objects loosely to set the base of your scene
- Refining Sketches: Enhancing your rough sketch by adding details and adjusting layer opacities for better visibility during the process
- Line Art Creation: Learning to use the Flotastic Inker brush for line art, emphasizing wonky lines to add character to your artwork
- Coloring and Layering: Gaining skills in coloring with the Round Watery brush, understanding how to layer colors for depth, and using layer masks for selective color removal
- Lighting Effects: Exploring the use of Gaussian blur and bloom settings to create realistic lighting effects in your digital watercolor painting
City Skyline
In this fun and easy tutorial we’ll create a stunning looking city scene. Have fun!
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Soft Brush
- Monoline Brush
- Script Brush
- 6B Compressed
- That’s a Line Brush
- Square Brush
- Salamanca Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2000 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Layer Management: Learning to create, merge, and adjust layers was crucial, especially for managing the foreground and background elements
- Gradient and Color Blending: We’ll master the art of creating smooth gradients for the background and adding subtle light effects
- Creating Building Shapes: We’ll focus on abstract shapes for buildings, using various brushes to add uniqueness to each structure
- Adding Details and Textures: Exploring adding intricate details like antennas and refining textures, such as the moon’s surface, for realism.
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 Sloth
In this tutorial we’ll create a super cute sloth! This tutorial is perfect for beginners and intermediate users who want to explore character design and cute illustrations in Procreate. So grab your iPad, open Procreate, and start bringing this delightful sloth to life! Share your creation and spread the cuteness! Looking forward to seeing your wonderful sloths. Happy drawing!
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Tapered Lines
- Smooth Lines
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Sketching Techniques: Learn to sketch the sloth using simple shapes like ovals and rounded triangles, ensuring a cute and proportionate design
- Line Art Mastery: Transition from a rough sketch to clean line art using the Tapered Lines brush
- Effective Use of Layers: Utilize multiple layers for different elements like eyes, nose, and mouth
- Coloring and Shading: Explore coloring techniques using Alpha Lock and Clipping Mask features for efficient coloring, shading, and highlighting
- Creating a Sticker Effect: Add an adorable sticker effect to your illustration, including a white border and subtle shadow
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
Mandala Fox
During this tutorial we’ll create this lovely Mandala style fox face. This tutorial is perfect for those who want to unwind and explore their artistic side. The emphasis on symmetry, combined with the freedom to experiment with patterns and colors, makes it a relaxing and enjoyable experience. So let’s have fun!
Brushes used:
- Basic Sketcher
- Tapered Lines Brush
- Smooth Lines Brush
- Fineliner Brush
- Multiply Brush
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 3500 x 3500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Symmetry Tool Usage: Learn to turn on symmetry for a balanced design
- Sketching Techniques: Master the art of sketching a fox face using simple shapes
- Layer Management: Understand the importance of layers, clipping masks, and drawing assists for organized digital art
- Coloring and Shading: Explore techniques for laying down base colors and adding gradients for depth
- Detailing and Patterns: Unleash your creativity with intricate patterns, gradients, and fine lines to add complexity to your artwork
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
Realistic Apple
Ready to create a stunningly realistic apple with water droplets in Procreate? I will guide you through all the steps. And believe me, it’s pretty easy actually!
Brushes used:
- Basic Flo Brush
- Monoline Brush
- Soft Brush
- Hatchy Brush
- Barky Brush
- Dark Shader
- Basic Sketcher
- Lighten Line Brush
- Scratchy Mixer
Canvas Size:
- 3000 x 4000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Basic Shapes and Textures: Learn to draw a perfect circle for the apple base, using the monoline brush and liquify tool for shaping. Add depth with shadowing techniques and Gaussian blur for a realistic edge
- Texture Detailing: Master the art of adding texture using various brushes, including Hatchy and Barky brushes, to give your apple a realistic feel
- Highlight and Shadow Play: Enhance realism by strategically adding highlights and shadows. Understand how to use different brushes to create subtle light effects and deepen the color intensity
- Water Droplets: The highlight of this tutorial is learning to draw, shade, and highlight water droplets, making them look incredibly realistic
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