Once you get comfortable with the default library, the real fun starts. The Grain is what’s rolled onto the canvas (anything from a basic pattern or texture to an imported image or photo). The Shape is the container that houses the Grain. Procreate has a well-stocked library of more than 130 brushes, so you should be able to find some brushes that suit your style.Įach brush is split into two elements: Shape and Grain. Experiment with brushes Mix and match the Shape and Grain to create your own custom brushes. Then simply open the file in Adobe Illustrator and convert it into a vector using Image Trace. If you need to vectorize your drawing (maybe you’re working on a logo, pattern or hand lettering), you can switch off the background layer in Procreate and export the artwork as a PNG. If you want to finish your piece up on a desktop computer, you can export it as a layered PSD file and make the final touches in Photoshop. Procreate can easily be incorporated into your existing workflow. The app supports most major image formats, so you can bring in photos and existing design files to tweak within the app. Here’s a look at a few of the key features: Import & export files You can easily save, organize and export your artwork in a variety of file formats. The app is most known for having an intuitive workflow, where designers navigate through brush libraries, layers and effects using finger gestures and customized Apple Pencil strokes. To use the app, you’ll need to have access to an iPad and an Apple Pencil and download the app from the Apple Store. Procreate is a digital painting app designed exclusively for mobile, which means it’s been optimized for you to start sketching whenever the mood strikes. Web banner illustration by Fe Melo So, what is Procreate?

In this article, I’ll go over Procreate’s key features, recommend some of my favorite Skillshare classes to familiarize you with the app, and introduce ways to incorporate it into your workflow.

It empowers artists everywhere to take their digital sketches on the go.

With an intuitive interface and (let’s be honest) a cheap price tag, this iPad app is one of my favorites. While there are plenty of digital painting and illustration apps out on the market today, one that regularly rises to the top amongst the creative crowd is Procreate.

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