Characters

Storybook Boy

This tutorial is perfect for enhancing your digital illustration skills, especially in creating storybook characters. The use of simple shapes and detailed layering makes it approachable for Flocreators at any level. Don’t forget to share your results and tag me (floortjesart) on Instagram!

Brushes used:

  • Round Chalk Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • 6B Pencil
  • Script Brush
  • Round Watery Brush
  • Fineliner Brush
  • Grunge Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating Basic Shapes: Starting with simple shapes and flat colors for the character and background
  • Layer Management: Utilizing new layers for different elements like the background, character’s head, body, and clothing
  • Detailing Techniques: Adding details such as clothing folds, hair texture, and facial features with various brushes
  • Color and Light: Applying shadows and highlights to create depth, using a complementary color scheme for visual interest
  • Adjusting Proportions: Using the transform tool to adjust the size and proportion of the character for a cuter appearance
Landscapes

Waterfall in Paradise

In this tutorial we’ll create a stunning waterfall scene! We’ll use a variety of brushes to make our scene come to life, so I’ve made a special little brush pack for you with all the brushes we’ll be using. This tutorial is a bit more challenging, but I’ll be guiding you through all the steps. You can do it!

Brushes used:

  • Flotastic Brush
  • Soft Scattery Bush Brush
  • Shader Brush
  • Big Watery Blotcher
  • Glitter Streak Brush
  • Blobby Foliage Brush
  • Multiply Brush
  • Lighten Line Brush
  • Soft Rounded Mossy Grass Brush
  • Rounded Rough Brush
  • Flotastic Inker

Canvas Size:

  • 3500 x 3500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Layering Techniques: Understanding how to effectively layer different elements like grass, water, rocks, and trees to create depth
  • Color Blending: Techniques for blending colors smoothly, especially for elements like clouds, water, and rocks
  • Creating Natural Textures: Using various brushes to mimic natural textures such as foliage, rocks, and water reflections
  • Composition and Lighting: Learning to use light and shadow effectively to create a focal point and enhance the depth of the landscape
Food

Ice Cream Shop

Ready to create a charming little ice cream shop in Procreate? This tutorial is perfect for both beginners and seasoned Procreate users. You’ll discover how to utilize Procreate’s fundamental tools like the Selection, Move and Transform, Symmetry tools, Alpha Lock, and Layer Masks. By the end of this fun tutorial, not only will you have a cute ice cream shop illustration but also a boost in your Procreate skills and confidence.

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Spackle it Brush
  • Fineliner Brush
  • Script Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating Basic Shapes: Learn to make various shapes like rectangles and circles using the Selection tool and filling them with color
  • Using Symmetry: Utilize the Symmetry tool for even and mirrored designs
  • Layer Management: Gain proficiency in creating new layers, using Alpha Lock for non-destructive editing, and using Clipping Masks for detailed work
  • Shading and Texturing: Enhance your artwork with shadows, highlights, and textures using different brushes and blending modes
Creatures

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
Characters

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
Landscapes

Mountain Cabin

In this Procreate tutorial, we’re diving into the art of landscape creation, featuring a cozy cabin in the hills. I’ll guide you through all the steps, so you don’t need any experience with Procreate or with drawing

We’re covering everything from utilizing clipping masks and alpha lock, to mastering layer blending modes for that perfect sunrise or sunset. Plus, I’ll show you how to use the perspective grid to ensure your cabin sits just right within its scenic backdrop. And, of course, we’ll talk about choosing the right brushes and colors to bring your landscape to life.

The tutorial is designed to be easy to follow, offering tips and tricks that I use in my own artwork. By the end, you’ll have a piece you’re proud of and, hopefully, a bunch of new skills to apply to your future Procreate projects.

So, grab your iPad, open up Procreate, and let’s create something beautiful together. Can’t wait to see what you all come up with. Happy painting!

Brushes used:

  • Script Brush
  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 4000 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Clipping Mask & Alpha Lock: Learn to control where your paint affects the canvas, allowing for non-destructive adjustments and layering techniques
  • Layer Blending Modes: Understand how blending modes like Multiply and Screen can add depth, shadows, and highlights to your artwork
  • Perspective Grid: Utilize the perspective grid to accurately sketch and place objects within a three-dimensional space
  • Layer Management: Gain insights into effective layer management to enhance the complexity of your scene without overwhelming your canvas
Landscapes

Anime Style Sky

In this advanced tutorial, we’ll tackle the challenge of creating an anime-style dramatic sky with voluminous clouds. This lesson is ideal for those seeking to enhance their skills in cloud painting.

Brushes used:

  • Soft Brush
  • Flotastic Brush
  • Smear It Around Brush
  • Dynamic Color Brush
  • Soft Streaky Mixer
  • Smooth Sketching Brush
  • Luminance Brush
  • Couple Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2300 x 3000 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Cloud Shaping and Detailing: Master the art of using the Flotastic Brush to paint fluffy, detailed clouds, focusing on shape variety and layering for depth
  • Color Variation: Explore how to add life to your clouds and sky with a dynamic range of colors, ensuring your clouds pop with realism and depth
  • Light and Shadow Dynamics: Discover the secrets to painting realistic light and shadow on clouds, enhancing the three-dimensional feel of your scene

Isometric House

Dive into the world of isometric art with me as we create a stunning little blue house together in Procreate. No need for any special brushes or prior experience; I’ve got you covered every step of the way. From setting up your isometric grid to adding those final touches that bring your house to life, you’ll learn it all. We’ll play with basic shapes, layer masks, alpha locks, and even throw in some environmental elements to make your artwork pop. Grab your iPad and let’s make something amazing together. Don’t forget to share your masterpiece and tag me – I can’t wait to see what you create.

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Soft Airbrush
  • Script Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Setting Up an Isometric Grid: You’ll start by establishing an isometric grid in Procreate, learning how to adjust the grid size, opacity, and color for optimal visibility during your project
  • Basic Shape Construction: The initial stages involve constructing the house’s base shapes on the grid, ensuring accurate perspective and dimensionality
  • Detailed Layer Work: As you progress, you’ll delve into more complex techniques involving layer masks, alpha lock, and clipping masks to add intricate details and textures to your house
Characters

Storybook Character

We’ll have so much fun creating our own storybook character in this step by step tutorial! We’ll start with basic shapes and slowly build up our girl character. I’m sure you can do it too! Just don’t forget to share your result because I always love seeing so many variations. Have fun!

Brushes used:

  • Monoline Brush
  • Old Brush
  • 2B Compressed
  • Round Chalk Brush
  • Script Brush
  • Fineliner Brush
  • Soft Brush
  • Basic Flo Brush
  • Smudgy Hair Brush
  • Dark Noise Brush

Canvas Size:

  • 2500 x 2500 pixels

Skills Learned:

  • Creating Basic Shapes and Transforming Them: Learn how to draw perfect circles and transform them into different shapes using the Liquify tool
  • Layer Management and Clipping Masks: Master the use of layers, Alpha Lock, and clipping masks to neatly organize your artwork and apply textures and colors efficiently
  • Texturing Techniques: Gain skills in adding textures using various brushes for a more dynamic and layered illustration
  • Adding Depth with Shadows: Learn how to create shadows and depth by using the multiply blend mode and adjusting opacity
  • Detailing with Highlights and Lines: Enhance your character with highlights, detailed lines, and hair textures to bring it to life