I-Pad Procreate Tips and Tricks (Part 2)

It’s Time for Practice!

Now that we’ve covered the fundamentals and essential techniques in Procreate, it’s time to put your skills into practice. In this part of the course, we will reinforce what you’ve learned through hands-on exercises and a complete drawing project.

1. Practical Exercises

Exercise 1: Setting Up Your Canvas
– Create a new document with specific dimensions and resolution.
– Experiment with different canvas sizes to understand their impact on your artwork.

Exercise 2: Layer Management
– Practice creating, organizing, and blending layers.
– Use masking techniques to refine your compositions.

Exercise 3: Utilizing Shortcuts and Gestures
– Perform common tasks using keyboard shortcuts and gesture controls.
– Compare the efficiency of using shortcuts versus manual operations.

2. Drawing Project

– Step-by-Step Guidance: Follow along with a guided drawing project from start to finish.

– Concept and Sketch: Start with a rough sketch, outlining the main elements of your artwork.

– Layering and Coloring: Use layers to add colors and details, applying blending modes and masks.

– Final Touches: Refine your drawing with final details, using advanced brush techniques and effects.

– Independent Practice: After the guided project, create your own drawing using the techniques learned.

By the end of these practical sessions, you will have a deeper understanding of how to effectively use Procreate, and you’ll have created your own digital masterpiece!

by: Cecco
Slot: 9 / Room: 07 – Fri. 7pm-8:30pm