This Advanced course introduces high‑level creation techniques that elevate your work’s finish and is designed for students who already have a solid working knowledge of Procreate. Students learn how to build custom canvases and digital papers that mimic real materials, allowing paint to appear as if it’s sinking into the surface. You’ll design custom brushes tailored to your own style and explore how to achieve specific end results such as watercolour, gouache, oil paint and lino‑cut effects. Emphasis is placed on control, craftsmanship and producing artwork suited to a variety of end uses. This course is ideal for artists seeking greater control, realism and stylistic range in their digital practice.
Please be advised that students will need to bring their own iPad (including charger) and Apple Pencil that they know how to use as well as purchasing and downloading the Procreate app (the cost of Procreate is not included in the course fee).
- You can use Apple Pencil (1st generation) with these iPad models: iPad mini (5th generation); iPad (6th generation and later); iPad Air (3rd generation); iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1st and 2nd generation); iPad Pro 10.5-inch; iPad Pro 9.7-inch
- You can use Apple Pencil (2nd generation) with these iPad models: iPad mini (6th generation); iPad Air (4th generation and later); iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation and later); iPad Pro 11-inch (1st generation and later)
If you are uncertain of what model your Apple Pencil / iPad is, please check the user manual that came with your device, or contact your nearest Apple store.
- Advanced Canvas Creation Setup: Creating custom canvases for specific outcomes; Understanding texture and paper interaction by creating digital papers that enhance realism through the use of blend modes and the management of layers.
- Custom Brushes & Media Simulation: Designing custom brushes and modifying existing custom brushes; Understanding brush grain, shape and behaviour; Selecting brushes for watercolour, gouache, oil paint and lino‑cut effects; Refining brush control and responsiveness. Organising brushes for the best work-flow.
- Advanced Creation Techniques: Combining brushes, textures and effects; Building depth and surface variation; Using advanced blend modes and adjustments for realistic results; Creating consistent, repeatable effects.
- Preparing Final Artwork: Refining and polishing artwork; Managing colour and texture for different outputs; Exporting artwork correctly for print and digital presentation.
By the end of this course, students should be able to:
- Create advanced artwork using custom canvases, papers and brushes
- Design and modify their own brushes for specific creative effects
- Simulate traditional media convincingly in a digital environment
- Apply advanced creation and refinement techniques suited to professional outcomes
- Prepare and export work appropriately for different end uses
