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Free Procreate video tutorials with downloadable brushes, plus honest articles about learning digital art, from Freya and the Academy mentors.
Watercolor Brushes for Procreate: Top Free and Paid Brushes You Need to Try
Want realistic watercolor effects in Procreate? Try these free and paid brushes to blend and layer colors for vibrant digital art.
Procreate Sketch Brushes: Ditch Your Basic ones! (And Use These FREE Ones Instead!)
Upgrade your Procreate sketches! Ditch basic brushes and grab these free ones to add more texture and style to your art.
How to Draw a Stylized Cat on Procreate
Stylized Cat Portrait Tutorial using the premium brushes from Freya's Realistic Gouache Brush Set for Procreate
How to Draw a Bunny on Procreate
Draw a cute bunny in Procreate with my free Realistic Gouache brushes. Follow along to create your own adorable illustration!
How to Color a Tarot Card on Procreate
Color a beautiful tarot card in Procreate! Follow along to create a watercolor illustration with shadows, highlights, and textures.
Procreate Animation Tutorial: The Art of Fixing Mistakes
Fix common Procreate animation mistakes like canvas size and timing issues to create stunning moving art. You'll animate with peak efficiency!
Procreate Pocket Tutorial: Unleash Your Inner Artist On-The-Go
Drawing on your iPhone is easy! This Procreate Pocket tutorial shares essential features and tips for creating amazing digital art on a small screen.
How to Draw a Lucky Dragon on Procreate
Draw a lucky dragon in Procreate! Use a flower brush to easily create stunning scales for your mythical creature.
Procreate Hair Brushes : How To Use Them
Want to draw realistic hair in Procreate? Explore default brushes and customize them to create stunning, lifelike portraits.
How to Draw a Chinese Lantern on Procreate
A Chinese New Year lantern illustration tutorial using premium brushes from the Artistic Lettering Brush Set and the Effortless Flower Brush Set.
How to Draw on Procreate: Unlock the Power of Adjustments
Make your digital art shine! Use Procreate's Adjustments panel to fine-tune colors, boost vibrancy, and add stunning effects.
How to Draw a Lucky Cat or Maneki-Neko on Procreate
You can draw an adorable maneki-neko in Procreate, step-by-step, using Freya's premium marker brushes for a polished look.
How to Paint Whimsical Bunnies on Procreate
Paint a whimsical bunny illustration in Procreate! You'll create a unique watercolor artwork step-by-step using premium brushes and textures.
Procreate for Beginners: A Guide to Setting Up a New Canvas
Set up a Procreate canvas the right way: size, DPI, and color profiles, plus the exact settings Freya uses for screen work and 300 DPI print.
Best Uses For Procreate Blending Brushes
Ready to make your digital art shine? Learn how to use Procreate blending brushes to create smooth transitions and custom effects.
The Anatomy of Procreate Lettering Guides
Curious about Procreate lettering guides? Learn what each part does and how to use them to create beautiful, consistent calligraphy.
How to Draw a Christmas Tree Using Effortless Brushes
Draw a festive Christmas tree using premium foliage brushes and a free glitter brush. You'll also learn to add sparkling lights and animate your art.
Procreate Watercolor Brushes and What to Paint with Them
Freya's Procreate watercolor brushes explained: Wet On Wet vs Wet On Dry, the pressure fade trick, Blender Wash smudging, and 5 paintings to try.
How To Make A Mandala In Procreate
Create calming mandalas in Procreate! Use simple tools like symmetry and geometric shapes to find peace in your art.
How to Paint a Christmas Bauble on Procreate
Paint a sparkly Christmas bauble in Procreate! You'll use a glitter brush, add shadows, and create symmetrical patterns for a festive look.
Procreate Tips for Beginners : Top 4 Mistakes To Avoid
Starting with Procreate? Learn the top 4 beginner mistakes to avoid so you can create digital art with confidence.
Procreate Lettering: The Do’s and Don’ts
Make your Procreate lettering shine! Avoid common frustrations and give your words extra pizzazz with these essential do's and don'ts.
How to Paint Gingerbread Cookies using Procreate Gouache Brushes
Paint adorable gingerbread cookies in Procreate with my gouache brushes! Add depth and detail for a delicious digital treat.
How To Do Symmetry on Procreate: The Complete Guide
Speed up your Procreate workflow! Learn how to use all four symmetry tools to easily create stunning patterns and concept art.