(Course) Digital Drawing in Procreate for Beginners | 21 Draw (2024)

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00

Introduction

01:04

Meet your course instructor, Erika!

In this video, you’ll get an overview of what’s in store for you in this exciting course. Also, have a peek at the artist at work while you’re at it. There’s a lot to look forward to!

01

Getting Started with Procreate

18:55

Welcome to lesson 1! In this lesson, Erika will be guiding you through the basics of using Procreate, including the materials you’ll need, navigating the gallery, setting up a new canvas, and getting comfortable with the interface.

You’ll also learn how to find inspiration for your drawings by creating a mood board!

Procreate Guide (PDF & DOCX) included

Mood board image included

Assignment included

02

Setting up Your Workspace

16:23

A good workspace is an important factor in the illustration process, saving you valuable time and making the experience that much more enjoyable.

This lesson focuses on Procreate’s settings, gestures, and shortcuts that’ll make your workflow smooth and easy. Discover the world of brushes and even Erika’s personal favorites, which she uses all the time in her artwork.

2 brush sample images included

Assignment included

03

Creating Your Lines

18:41

Now for the fun part: putting pen to paper (or screen, in this case) and finally starting the sketch! Erika will be working on a cute character portrait throughout this course. Follow along using the sketch file provided with this lesson (Photoshop & Procreate formats) or create your own sketch.

She will guide you step-by-step in creating a rough sketch, using tools to make easy adjustments and refining the artwork with clean lines. Also, you’ll learn a unique technique to keep your lines more lively!

4 process images included

Exercise sketch file included (PSD & Procreate)

Assignment included

04

Adding Color

24:35

Working with digital color can be intimidating, especially since the color possibilities are virtually endless! But not to worry, Erika covers the basics of choosing your colors and demonstrates a easy method to quickly change the colors of your illustration.

You will learn the difference between Hue, Saturation and Brightness, why flat colors are so essential and how to use Clipping Masks and Alpha Locks to stay within the lines.

6 process images included

Layers & Color Picker Guides included

Assignment included

05

Clean-Up

33:12

Probably the funnest clean-up ever! Erika admits that it’s her favorite step in the entire illustration process — curious yet? 🙂 Find out the exact techniques she uses in this video.

At this stage, you can look forward to a lot of painting and blending, making your illustrations smooth and clean for the next step.

2 process images included

Assignment included

06

Lighting with Layer Blending Modes

17:29

Layer Blending Modes can help you quickly achieve effects that would take much longer when painting traditionally. Discover how easy they are to use, especially for adding lighting to an illustration.

You will get familiar with lighting concepts, such as the location of the light source, highlight and shadow colors and thinking in 3D shapes. Erika also demonstrates how to add special effects such as glows and rim lights.

6 process images included

Layer Blending Modes Guide included

Assignment included

07

Finishing Up

08:03

Now it’s time to make the final tweaks and adjustments to give your artwork a more professional look (Instagram-worthy!).

In this final tutorial, Erika will show you how to adjust the contrast using Curves and balance out the color tones using the Color Balance tool. Additionally, you’ll find out how to create those extra touches, by adding soft blur effects and interesting texture to your finished piece. Finally, learn how to flatten layers if they become too complex.

4 process images included

Before/After examples included

Assignment included

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Erika Wiseman

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