
Explore shading with texture by defining texture as visual and tactile surface patterns found in nature. Compare gradients with textured shading to add depth and realism in digital illustrations.
Combine a shape with a fixed texture in a custom Procreate brush, adjust grain and dot spacing to create darker textures, and explore creating another brush from freehand shapes.
Create custom pattern brushes in Procreate by turning drawing guides into seamless textures, adjusting scale and brush properties, and exploring different placements of shapes for varied shading and texture.
Shade the bottle with a darker base on a new layer using the custom dots brush to add dimension, then create a red-orange top with beige reflections and drop shadow.
Shade a tomato soup can in Procreate with pattern brushes and dotted textures, using brown shading on a light base, then add a subtle drop shadow.
Elevate your digital illustrations from good to great by mastering the art of creating a "real feel" in your artworks through adding shading and texture with pattern brushes in Procreate.
What You'll Learn:
Shading Principles: Gain a comprehensive understanding of shading techniques that go beyond the conventional digital approach, providing your illustrations with a realistic touch.
Procreate Brush Creation: Learn to create Procreate Brushes - from a simple stamp brush to complex pattern brushes made from hand made base shapes. In this class we will create 13 unique Procreate Brushes - and you will get the skills to create more!
Exploration of Pattern Brushes: Discover the various types of pattern brushes and learn how to use them effectively to enhance depth and texture in your digital artworks.
Illustration Playground: Find the joy of exploration on a fun illustration project! We will create 8 illustrations of food and food packaging and test our brushes the find the best color and pattern combinations, then use our discoveries on a one-of-a-kind final piece of artwork.
Resources
The class comes with some cool resoruces
9 Worksheets with pre-drawn elements and shapes
The Pattern Brush Set I create during the class
The Artmother's Ultimate Brush Set
The color palette I'll be using during the class
Base shape photos to support beginners
Sketch sheet
Finished Sketch sheet file for reference
Who is the class for?
This class aims to take you to more depths on your illustration journey. This means that a general illustration practice and a working knowledge of the Procreate digital illustration app is required.
Very beginners might find the class challenging.
Confident beginners can exit their comfort zone and find new paths on their journey.
More Advanced Procreate-ists might enjoy the class best!
Requirements:
A working knowledge of the Procreate App
An iPad with the Procreate App
By the End of the Class, You Will:
Possess an extensive collection of unique pattern brushes - created by YOU!
Have a finished illustration showcasing your newfound skills.
Acquire the ability to utilize pattern brushes for creating realistic shadows and textures in future artworks.
I am so excited to see you in class!
Let's get started!