Landscapes

Stylized Beach

In this Procreate tutorial we’re going to create a breathtaking Sunset Beach illustration. Don’t worry if you’re just starting out or if you’ve never picked up a digital brush before; I’ve got you covered every step of the way. By the end of this tutorial, I promise you’ll look at your creation and feel an immense sense of achievement. And hey, if you feel like sharing your masterpiece on Instagram, make sure to tag me so I can see your amazing work. Perhaps it’ll even get featured in one of my next videos!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Studio Pen
  • Light Pen
  • Flare Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating a Gradient Sky and Sun: You learn to utilize Gaussian blur for smooth transitions in the sky and for the sun
  • Layering and Color Blending: Through the use of multiple layers and alpha lock, you gain insights into blending colors seamlessly for a natural look.
  • Use of Layer Masks and Blending Modes: The tutorial introduces advanced concepts like layer masks and blending modes for creating light effects
Creatures

Cartoon Cat

Let’s draw something cute! In this easy and fun tutorial we’ll draw this cute cartoon cat together.

Brushes used:

  • Flotastic Sketcher
  • Smooth Lines Brush
  • Tapered Lines Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating clean outlines: Mastering the art of smooth and clean outlines to define the character sharply
  • Layer management: Efficient use of layers for sketching, line art, and coloring, including the use of clipping masks and layer blending modes for a non-destructive workflow
  • Pen control: Improving pen pressure sensitivity and control through varied line weights, enhancing the visual appeal of the illustration
Landscapes

Blackboard style Landscape

I’m thrilled to have you join me on another creative adventure in Procreate. Today, we’re diving into something truly special—a blackboard-style landscape that’s as dreamy as it is fun to create. By the end of this tutorial, you’re going to look at your masterpiece and feel a burst of pride. Trust me, you’ll be itching to share it with the world. And hey, if you do share it, make sure to tag me; I love seeing your stunning creations and you might just get a shoutout in my next video!

Brushes used:

  • Fineliner Brush
  • Basic Flo Brush
  • Salamanca Brush
  • Cookie Brush
  • Dark Noise Brush
  • Pine Tree Long Brush
  • Pine Tree Broad Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating a Blackboard Texture Background: You’ll learn to import and adjust a photo to create a convincing blackboard texture background, setting a unique stage for your artwork
  • Drawing and Texturing Mountains: Master the technique of drawing mountains and adding texture with Procreate brushes
  • Layering and Detailing: The tutorial covers advanced layering techniques, including the use of layer masks for creating intricate tree silhouettes and adding depth to the scene
  • Creating Atmospheric Effects: You’ll learn how to simulate lighting and atmospheric effects, such as mist and moonlight, enhancing the mood of your landscape
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
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
Creatures

Colorful Animal Art

In this tutorial I’ll show you an easy way to create colorful animal portraits drawing over a photo. It’s a fun technique that gives an amazing result. Have fun!

Brushes used:

  • Inka
  • Round Brush
  • Dry Flat Marker

Canvas Size:

  • 3000 x 4000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating Expressive Outlines: Using the Inka brush, discover how to trace the animal’s outline with pressure sensitivity, varying line thickness for a dynamic effect
  • Adding Color and Texture: Explore techniques to layer colors and textures beneath the outline layer, using brushes like the Round Brush and Dry Flat Marker for diverse effects
  • Balancing Color and Shape: Gain insights on balancing colors, adding varied shapes, and adjusting the overall composition by turning off the photo layer to assess color balance
Drawing Fundamentals

Part 9: Hands and Feet

This is the ninth lesson in the Learn to Sketch series! In this lesson we’ll focus on sketching hands and feet. I’ll show you how I approach sketching hands and feet, looking at simple shapes. I will also show you what you need to keep in mind when sketching. As always, it all comes down to practice and putting in the hours. Good luck!

I’ve added the exercise file I used during the demonstration. Of course you can also grab your own reference images or use your own hands and feet as reference!

Skills Learned:

  • Simplifying Shapes: Begin by breaking down hands and feet into their most basic forms. For hands, think of the palm as a rectangular block and group the fingers together before detailing individual ones. This method helps in reducing complexity
  • Understanding Structure: Pay attention to the underlying structure of hands and feet. Noticing the arches in fingers and toes, as well as the volume and cushions where the digits attach to the palm or foot, is crucial
  • Proportion and Alignment: Learn to measure distances between joints and ensure that the width of the wrist is narrower than the palm. Recognize that fingers and toes are not uniformly straight but have varying lengths and alignments
Drawing Fundamentals

Part 5: Angles

This is the fifth lesson in the Learn to Sketch series! In this fifth lesson we’ll focus on angles and exercise sketching subjects from different angles. You can easily practice this by sketching household objects. We’ll practice seeing the basic shapes as 3d shapes in different angles.

I’ve added the two exercise files I used during the demonstration. I’d highly recommend sketching from life for this exercise though. But of course you can get started with the exercise files. You could also make your own reference images by photographing object around your house. (the photos I used are from Shutterstock and can be used for practice purposes only).

Skills Learned:

  • Sketching Basic Shapes in Different Angles: Enhancing the ability to recognize and draw basic shapes like cylinders and circles from various perspectives
  • Understanding Perspective and Foreshortening: Learning to depict objects accurately as they appear smaller in the distance and adjust for foreshortening, where an object’s length seems shorter due to its angle
  • Drawing Over Photos: A method to train the eye for 3D shapes and perspectives by sketching over images, using dashed lines to visualize the basic shape in three dimensions
  • Creating a Feedback Loop: Utilizing a technique of drawing over sketches with a separate layer to identify and learn from inaccuracies in sketches