Landscapes

Landscape with a House

In this tutorial, I’ll guide you step-by-step through the process of crafting a picturesque landscape with a charming house on rolling hills. This lesson is designed to not only enhance your digital art skills but also to inspire you to explore the possibilities within Procreate.

Brushes used:

  • Script Brush
  • Spatula Brush
  • Chalk Pencil Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 3000 x 2000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating and Manipulating Layers: You’ll learn how to strategically create new layers for different elements of our landscape
  • Using the Perspective Tool: Use the Perspective Tool to construct our little house
  • Applying Texture and Color: Through the use of the spatula brush and various color techniques, we’ll add texture to our landscape and house, bringing depth and vibrancy to our scene
  • Selection and Alpha Lock Techniques: Master the use of the Selection tool and Alpha Lock for precise editing and texturing
  • Layer Blending Modes: Experiment with different layer blending modes, such as Color and Multiply, creating subtle touches and shadows, giving more depth to our artwork
Creatures

Glowing Animal

If you’ve been looking to add a splash of color and creativity to your digital art portfolio, I’ve got just the thing for you. In this tutorial we’ll bring a charming raccoon to life, but not just a regular racoon. We’ll add lots of color and glow!

Brushes used:

  • Tapered Lines
  • Soft Brush
  • Light Pen
  • Multi-Color Lines brush

Canvas Size:

  • 3500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Adding and Adjusting Photos: Learn to insert and perfectly size a photo of a raccoon on your canvas
  • Utilizing Symmetry: Make your workflow efficient with the symmetry tool, enabling you to draw one half while Procreate mirrors your actions on the other
  • Creating and Filling Shapes: From the broad strokes of the raccoon’s face to the finer details of its features, you’ll get hands-on experience with layering shapes and colors
  • Layer Masks and Blending Modes: Discover the magic of layer masks for subtle transitions and blending modes to add luminosity and depth
  • Adding Glow and Neon Effects: Create a glowing effect using the Multi-Color Lines brush and various blending modes to bring your raccoon to life with a neon touch
Landscapes

Rocks near the Shore

In this easy to follow Procreate tutorial I will show you how you can create this stunning landscape painting on your iPad using free brushes. I’ll take you through every single step, so no worries!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Fineliner Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Light Pen
  • Twisted Tree
  • Round Chalk Brush
  • Watercolor Brush
  • Concrete Block
  • Oriental Brush
  • Turpentine Brush
  • Basic Flo Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Using alpha lock and layer masks: Adjust layers to selectively apply effects and textures, ensuring edits are non-destructive
  • Blending and texturing techniques: Employ brushes like the Twisted Tree and Concrete Block to add realistic textures and details
  • Layer blending modes: Explore the use of ‘Multiply’, ‘Color Dodge’, ‘Add’, and ‘Overlay’ to enhance visual effects and depth
  • Color adjustments and effects: Manipulate colors and apply effects like Gaussian and Motion Blur to create depth and atmosphere
  • Detailed brush work: Refine small details and elements using various brushes for effects like light reflections and textural variation
Food

Cherry

In this Procreate tutorial, you’re taken on a step-by-step journey to create a stunningly realistic cherry, complete with a dynamic splash effect. From the initial circle to the intricate details of the splash, each step is designed to enhance your digital painting skills in Procreate. This tutorial is packed with techniques and tips to bring realism into your digital art!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Cookie Brush
  • Standard Blender
  • Basic Flo Brush
  • Chalk Pencil Brush
  • Water Pen Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Shape Manipulation: You learn to start with a basic circle, use the Liquify tool to adjust its shape, and add a stem, creating a more cherry-like silhouette
  • Texture and Lighting: The tutorial covers the use of Alpha Lock for texturing and lighting effects, teaching you to add depth and realism to the cherry
  • Creating Droplets: You discover how to draw, shape, and shade droplets on the cherry, using the Selection tool to achieve a realistic wet look
  • Splash Effect: A detailed guide on creating a splash effect, including shaping the splash, adding highlights, and using Gaussian blur
  • Reflection and Ripple Effects: The final touches include creating water ripples and a reflective splash, enhancing the overall realism of the scene
Creatures

Cute Cat

Dive into the world of digital art with this engaging Procreate tutorial, where you’ll learn how to draw a cute cat, step by step. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to polish your skills, this tutorial is perfectly tailored to guide you through each phase, ensuring you can replicate the adorable cat on your own. I’m looking forward to seeing your result!

Brushes used:

  • Soft Fluff Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Luminance Brush
  • Smudgy Hair Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Changing Canvas Background: Learn to modify the background color of your canvas to enhance the visibility of your artwork
  • Creating and Manipulating Shapes: Master the use of Procreate’s shape tools to draw and adjust perfect circles for the cat’s eyes
  • Layer Management and Blending Modes: Learn how to manage multiple layers, using clipping masks, and experimenting with different blending modes to add depth and shadows to your drawing
  • Detailed Fur Texturing: Develop skills in creating realistic fur textures using various brushes, focusing on layering and color blending to bring out lifelike features
  • Adding Lighting and Shadows: Understand the importance of light and shadow to give your artwork a three-dimensional look, using backlighting techniques to make your character stand out

Glowing Dream Catcher

In this easy and satisfying Procreate tutorial we will create this lovely glowing dream catcher together. It’s super relaxing! I have added all the brushes we’ll be using.

Brushes used:

  • Soft Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Fineliner Brush
  • Flare Brush
  • Light Brush
  • Light Pen

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Drawing with Symmetry: Learn to use Procreate’s symmetry tool to draw perfect circles and intricate patterns, saving time while maintaining precision in your design
  • Adding Glow Effects: Discover techniques to add a captivating glow to your dream catcher, using layer duplication, alpha lock, and Gaussian blur to achieve a mesmerizing effect
  • Incorporating Textures and Photos: You’ll learn how to integrate a photo into your artwork, adjusting its opacity for a subtle effect, and adding textures to your dream catcher for a rich, detailed look
Creatures

Mermaid Cat

Here’s a cute and fun tutorial! We’ll draw this mermaid cat together and use lovely soft tones. You can apply the techniques and color palette to other kawaii creature drawings as well. Have fun!

Brushes used:

  • Flotastic Sketcher
  • Smear it Around
  • Dry Ink
  • Overlay Brush
  • Soft Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Sketching Fundamentals: You’ll learn how to sketch basic shapes and refine them into a mermaid cat
  • Coloring Techniques: Discover how to apply base colors, blend them seamlessly, and add shadows and highlights for a three-dimensional look
  • Line Work: Master the art of line drawing with the Dry Ink brush, varying pressure to create dynamic thickness for visual interest
Landscapes

Sundown Landscape

In this Procreate tutorial for beginners we’ll create lovely stylized landscape illustration. You’ll learn about basic features in Procreate, like alpha lock and clipping mask. I’ll guide you through all the steps, so you’ll end up with a work you can be proud of!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Spackle it Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Drawing and modifying shapes: You’ll learn to draw perfect circles and modify them using Procreate’s snapping and magnetics features to ensure everything is centered and aligned on the canvas
  • Layer management and clipping masks: Learn to make effective use of layers and clipping masks to build up the landscape elements neatly
  • Color and texture application: Apply colors and textures strategically to create depth and realism in the landscape
  • Efficient workflow tips: I’ll give various shortcuts and efficiency tips, like duplicating layers and using alpha lock, to streamline the creative process in Procreate

Retro Doodle

During this easy tutorial we’ll be creating a colorful retro doodle! We’ll be using some photos as a base, so the process is really easy. You can use the same technique for loads of different objects 😃

Here are links to the photos we use during this tutorial:

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Dry Ink

Canvas Size:

  • 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Photo Manipulation: Learn to rearrange and resize photos on your canvas, setting the stage for your doodles
  • Creating Outlines: Master the use of the Dry Ink brush to trace and simplify your objects into basic, doodle-like shapes
  • Quick Shapes: Utilize Procreate’s Quick Shape feature for perfect circles and straight lines, making your doodles look crisp
  • Coloring Techniques: Explore harmonious color selection and apply flat colors using the Monoline brush for a cohesive look
  • Adding Shadows and Highlights: Discover how to use layer blending modes like Multiply and Screen to add depth and dimension to your doodles