In a previous blog post I explained the importance of having your own online shop to sell your art and digital products. But having walked the path myself I know how paralysing the mammoth task can be. With so many aspects to consider, it’s easy to give up before you’ve even started. With eight years under my belt, I’ve gained invaluable insights into running an online art shop, it’s the kind of knowledge I would have paid to have access to all those years back! This prompted me to compile a new post to share what I’ve learned with you. Turns out I have a lot to say on the topic! With so muc ..read more

In this quick tutorial you’ll learn how to import a canvas into the Procreate app. Although I’ll be using the pre-made canvases from the Magic Canvas the process is the same for any canvas you’d like to import. Just a quick note on unzipping files on your iPad: Since recording this tutorial Apple has introduced a built-in unzipping feature on the iPad which you can use to unzip your purchased files. Should the built-in unzipping app not work, try a third-party app which you’ll find many free versions available in the App Store. If you’re looking to get the most out of the Magic Canvas document ..read more

Using paper and seamless texture brushes in Procreate is a fun and easy way to quickly add depth to your work. Knowing how to resize the grain and adjust the scale is essential in your workflow. When purchasing paper and texture brushes, they’ll come with a pre-defined size for the grain or scale of the brush’s texture. It’s important to adjust the scale depending on your project, especially if you use various canvas sizes in your work. In this quick tutorial I’ll show you how you can effortlessly change the grain size, and reset the brush to it’s original settings if you need to. I used brush ..read more

In this Procreate tutorial, you’ll learn how to paint a whimsical portrait using a combination of texture brushes. Featuring the brushes from the Dreamland Brushbox, I’ll show you how to combine various texture brushes to create wonderfully texture-rich artwork! You’ll get to know the brushes better and their intended use as you paint along with me to create an adorable girl portrait in Procreate – sketch and colour palette included the brushset which is available here. Click on the image below to watch now. Happy painting! The post How to paint a cute girl portrait in Procreate appeared firs ..read more

Choosing both colours when using dual brushes is important to achieve realistic results when painting in Procreate. Often users will only select the Primary colour which means the Secondary colour will default to the last colour used. This might give you undesirable results, especially if that Secondary colour is darker which creates a muddy mess. In this quick-tip video I’ll show you how to set both colours and flip between the two. In addition, you’ll learn how to tweak brush settings for best results. I used the AquaReal Subtle Duo Colour brush in the tut. The post How to choose both colou ..read more

Painting a watercolour peony in Procreate is easier than you think! There are so many wonderful advantages about painting in Procreate, like no clean-up! Yay! But it can also be tricky achieving an authentic look, especially when it comes to painting flowers. In this step-by-step tutorial you’ll learn my process for painting botanicals in Procreate including tips and techniques to help your painting look more like real watercolour. You’ll be surprised at how easy it really is! I used brushes from the AquaReal watercolour brushes for Procreate and the Chiffon Canvas included in the set. To foll ..read more

Taking part in a drawing challenge can sometimes feel like you’re embarking upon an epic journey. One that requires true grit and dedication. But like any meaningful journey, it’s also filled with triumphs, amazing benefits and moments of pure joy. Which makes taking part in a drawing challenge a wonderful experience as an artist and something I recommend highly. Whether you’re participating in a group drawing challenge, or decide to create your own, here’s some strategies I’ve learned to help you conquer drawing challenges like a pro! It’s not the monster you think it is So you’ve just see ..read more

Oooo! I’m excited to share my tips and techniques I use in my artwork to create a vintage look in Procreate. I’m a little obsessed at the moment with creating work that looks authentically vintage. And I’m having SO much fun using the brushes and canvases from Vintage Tales to achieve the look. Of course I couldn’t keep all the techniques I’ve discovered to myself! Which is why I made this intro tutorial on how to use the brushes and to create a lovely whimsical nostalgic look in your work. Click on the image below to watch now. Happy creating! The post Tips on how to create a vintage look in ..read more

In this tutorial, I walk you through a technique I use to create seamless patterns in Procreate. The technique I’ll be showing you is for me personally much easier to what most people use. It uses steps and a layout that’s similar to making patterns in Adobe Illustrator. I find it easier to visualise the end result with this method. But before we dive into that, I’ll quickly run through some basic pattern design terminology and aspects to think about before you start designing your pattern in Procreate. I used cute little foxes for this design, similar to the one I created in the tutorial. The ..read more

Finding details on what equipment, software and hardware artists use to successfully run an online art business seems to be a highly protected trade secret. I’m hoping to change that in this article, giving you insight into what I use day-to-day in my art business. My early days of navigating the passive income route for selling my art was fraught with many unanswered questions, leaving me frustrated and time-wasted figuring stuff out. Looking at other successful online artists I would often wonder “What app does she use to create her work?”, or “Is he using Wix, Shopify or WordPress to run h ..read more