Intro to Procreate: Illustrating on the iPad (UPDATED)

Learn to use Procreate on iPad Pro with ease and create digital illustrations naturally. Discover hidden tools, gestures, and share time-lapse videos of your art.
Intro to Procreate: Illustrating on the iPad (UPDATED)

Quick Facts

  • Duration: 118 minutes
  • Level: Beginner
  • Prerequisites: iPad with Procreate app, Apple Pencil recommended
  • Instructor: Brooke Glaser, Professional Illustrator

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Is This Course Right For You?

Ideal For

  • Digital art beginners - Those new to digital illustration wanting to learn Procreate fundamentals
  • Traditional artists - Artists transitioning from traditional to digital mediums
  • iPad owners - Anyone with an iPad wanting to explore digital creativity
  • Advanced Procreate users seeking complex techniques
  • Artists without access to an iPad

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Master essential Procreate tools and gestures
  • Create digital illustrations with confidence
  • Understand layer management and effects
  • Export and share artwork professionally

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How You'll Learn

Teaching Style Distribution

  • Video Lectures: 60%
  • Hands-on Practice: 25%
  • Interactive Elements: 10%
  • Projects/Assignments: 5%

Primary Learning Methods

  • Method1: Step-by-step demonstrations - Clear visual instruction of tools and techniques, example: Detailed walkthrough of brush settings and layer effects
  • Method2: Practical application - Real-world illustration examples and techniques, example: Creating artwork using various tools and features

Best Suited Learning Styles

  • Visual learners
  • Hands-on practitioners
  • Self-paced learners

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Content Depth Analysis

Major Topics

1. Procreate Interface and Basic Tools (20% of course)

  • Depth Level: Comprehensive
  • Key Components:
    • Navigation
    • Gestures
    • Basic tools
  • Main Takeaways: Understanding the interface, Essential tool locations, Basic navigation

2. Brushes and Color Management (25% of course)

  • Depth Level: Comprehensive
  • Key Components:
    • Brush settings
    • Color selection
    • Palettes
  • Main Takeaways: Brush customization, Color selection techniques, Creating color palettes

3. Layers and Effects (30% of course)

  • Depth Level: Intermediate
  • Key Components:
    • Layer management
    • Blending modes
    • Masks
  • Main Takeaways: Layer organization, Effect application, Mask usage

Coverage Overview

Comprehensive Coverage

  • Basic tools
  • Interface navigation
  • Essential features

Foundational Coverage

  • Layer effects
  • Advanced brush settings
  • Export options

Limited Coverage

  • Animation features
  • Advanced techniques
  • Complex effects

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Skill Development Path

Required Starting Point

Must Have:

  • iPad with Procreate installed
  • Basic device familiarity

Helpful to Have:

  • Drawing experience
  • Basic art fundamentals
  • Apple Pencil

Development Stages

1. Foundation Phase

Skills Developed:
  • Interface navigation
  • Basic tool usage
  • Essential gestures
Practical Outcomes:
  • Create basic illustrations
  • Use fundamental tools confidently

2. Intermediate Phase

Skills Developed:
  • Layer management
  • Brush customization
  • Color techniques
Practical Outcomes:
  • Produce multi-layered artwork
  • Apply effects and adjustments

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Success Factors

Keys to Success

  • Regular practice
  • Following along with demonstrations
  • Experimenting with tools
  • Completing practice exercises

Preparation Steps

Before Starting:

  • Install latest Procreate version
  • Ensure iPad compatibility
  • Have Apple Pencil ready
  • Instructor's bonus materials
  • Procreate handbook
  • Practice files

Next Courses:

  • Procreate Animation
  • Advanced Illustration Techniques
  • Digital Art Fundamentals

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