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
Stylized Ocean View
In this tutorial, you’ll create a beautiful ocean view landscape using Procreate, even if you’re a beginner. Step by step, you’ll learn how to build up colors, add texture, and create a vibrant scene complete with hills, a sunset, palm trees, and a little boat.
Brushes used:
- Monoline brush
- Spackle it brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Building a textured sky: Using multiple passes of color with a large brush to create a smooth gradient with a spackled texture
- Adding depth with hills: Creating layered hill shapes and using Alpha Lock to add texture and shadows that enhance the landscape
- Creating a reflection: Duplicating layers to mirror hill shapes and adjusting opacity to simulate realistic water reflections
- Designing playful palm trees: Using the selection tool and monoline brush to craft whimsical palm trees, then adding texture and subtle shading
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
Landscape in a Jar
Hey there, art lovers! Since you all enjoyed the last pen and ink tutorial, I’m back with another one to guide you through every step. For this, you only need black, and we’re using three brushes from my treasure chest, which you can grab at freefromflo.com if you haven’t already. Don’t forget to download a paper texture photo for the background! I used this one. The canvas is 2300 x 3000 pixels. Ready? Let’s dive in!
Brushes used:
- Fine Liner Brush
- Stipple Brush 2.0
- Pine Tree Long Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Inserting and Adjusting Textures: Learn how to import a paper texture and fit it perfectly onto your canvas
- Using Quick Shape and Symmetry: Master the Quick Shape tool to create perfect shapes and use the symmetry tool for balanced designs
- Layering Techniques: Explore how to create guides and work on separate layers to keep your design clean and editable
- Adding Depth with Stippling: Use the Stipple Brush to create gradient effects and add a misty, atmospheric feel to your artwork
- Final Touches with Custom Brushes: Add natural-looking elements like trees, clouds, and stars, and make them blend seamlessly with the rest of your illustration
3D Yes
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to create a glowing, 3D-looking “YES” text effect by combining Procreate and Adobe Fresco. The process begins with designing a simple shape in Procreate, then moving into Adobe Fresco to refine the text and add detailed shadows and highlights. Finally, you’ll return to Procreate to enhance the piece with additional effects like bloom and Gaussian blur, giving the text a polished, floating appearance.
Brushes used:
- Monoline
- Soft Brush
- Script
- Hard Round Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2500 x 2500 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating a 3D text effect: By layering shadows and highlights, you achieved a realistic, three-dimensional look
- Using Alpha Lock for precise painting: Alpha Lock helped in keeping paint strokes contained within specific areas
- Exporting and importing between Procreate and Adobe Fresco: Learned how to seamlessly switch between the two apps to leverage their unique features
- Utilizing Bloom and Gaussian Blur: Added a soft glow and smooth shadows to enhance the visual impact of the text
- Implementing a layer mask for non-destructive editing: Layer masks allowed you to refine shadows and highlights without permanent changes
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
Ghost Dog
In this tutorial, we’ll create a spooky yet adorable ghost dog in Procreate, perfect for beginners! I was inspired by a photo from Unsplash, and now I’m excited to guide you step-by-step through this fun project. You don’t need any prior experience, just a canvas and a few brushes from my treasure chest, which you can get for free if you haven’t already. Grab your stylus or even just your finger, and let’s dive in!
Brushes used:
- Round Chalk Brush
- Fineliner Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Perfect Shapes: Learn how to draw a perfect circle using Procreate’s snapping tool, ensuring precise and symmetrical shapes
- Using Alpha Lock for Shading: Apply shadows and highlights to specific areas without affecting the entire layer
- Adding Texture: Use brushes to hand-color elements, maintaining a textured, chalky effect that adds character to your digital paintings
- Symmetry Tool: Utilize the drawing guide and symmetry tool for perfect alignment, especially when detailing the dog’s face
Stylized Night Sky
In this tutorial, you’ll create a stunning starry night sky in Procreate, guided step-by-step, even if you’re new to the app. The tutorial makes use of free brushes from Procreate and Flo’s Treasure Chest, and it covers everything from painting a textured background to adding constellations and glowing stars.
Brushes used:
- Grunge
- Monoline
- Heavy Metal
- Polygons
- Burnt Tree
- Spires
- Pine Tree Forest
- Light Pen
- Flare
- Soft Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Creating Textures: Learn to apply textures to both the sky and mountains using a variety of brushes
- Gaussian Blur: Utilize the Gaussian Blur tool to add subtle glow effects to elements like the moon
- Layer Management: Master using layers and alpha lock for precise control over where textures and details are applied
- Constellation Drawing: Design your own constellations with the Light Pen brush, adding a personal touch to your night sky
- Brush Customization: Modify brush settings, like turning on “Randomized” for the Flare brush, to create unique effects
Pen and Ink Moon
In this tutorial we’ll create a lovely pen and ink illustration of a moon with a landscape inside, it’s super easy! As always, I will guide you through all the steps. Here you can grab the photo texture I used.
Brushes used:
- Syrup Brush
- Stipple Brush
Canvas Size:
- 2300 x 3000 pixels
Skills Learned:
- Inserting and Adjusting Photos: Learn how to insert a photo into your canvas and adjust it to fit perfectly using Procreate’s transform tool with uniform settings
- Creating and Manipulating Shapes: Use the Syrup Brush to draw perfect circles and create a crescent moon by layering and resizing shapes, ensuring precise alignment
- Adding Texture and Details: Enhance your artwork with horizontal lines and stippling techniques
- Selective Shading with Stippling: Master the stippling technique for shading different elements, focusing on areas like mountains and the road to create a gradient effect from opaque to transparent