Painting your pet in Procreate can feel a little intimidating at first, especially when you’re faced with fluffy fur, tiny details, expressive eyes and all those tricky little features. But it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this relaxed, impromptu-style...
A simpler, more focused way to paint in Procreate for beginners
Are you a Procreate beginner feeling overwhelmed by all the brush choices? Then I think you'll love this new series! Before I started creating my own Procreate brushes, I bought quite a few sets in the hopes of making beautiful art on my iPad. Although many of the...
A simple drawing warm-up, perfect for getting started in the new year
Looking for a simple drawing warm-up to help you ease back into your drawing routine? I think you'll love one of my favourite, no-pressure drawing prompts I use to get me back on track. Before I dive into that, I wanted to say something that you might need to hear....
How to paint a whimsical watercolour bird in Procreate
In this watercolour painting tutorial for Procreate, we’ll be painting a beautiful Olive Thrush using my AquaReal 2 brush set. It's one of the many Design Cuts Live Sessions I did which I'm excited to finally be able to share with you! Throughout the session, I cover...
How to use paper texture in your repeating pattern designs in Procreate
Adding paper texture as an overlay to repeating patterns can be tricky, especially when it comes to achieving seamless results. In this tutorial, I'll show you how to use the Master Tiles included in Paper Box to create flawless, professional results that are in...
Dealing with copyright infringement – don’t let big corporates bully you
Copyright infringement is a sensitive topic – and understandably so. As independent artists, it often feels like a David and Goliath battle when we’re faced with large corporations using our work without permission. The emotional toll is real, and the power imbalance...
You’re not too old to become an Illustrator, here’s why
One of the most common questions I get is "Am I too old to become an illustrator?" Sometimes it's not even a question but rather a statement, which is always heartbreaking for me to hear. If you've already decided that you're past your art making days this is a sure...
How to draw a cute bunny in Procreate in under 10 minutes!
Join me as we learn how to draw a cute bunny in Procreate under 10 minutes! This is a great video to help you warm up for a longer drawing session as it helps you to loosen up and not focus on perfection. We’ll be using the Nitty Gritty Brushes and embrace the lovely...
How to paint sky in Procreate – quick and easy method
Tackling backgrounds in an illustration can be intimidating which is why I wanted to share a quick and easy technique for painting sky in Procreate. I tend to focus on creating characters and like many of you find backgrounds more challenging. In a recent Christmas...
How to draw a cute giraffe in Procreate using yummy texture brushes
In this Procreate tutorial we'll learn how to draw a cute giraffe using a variety of texture brushes. I'll be using brushes from the Dreamland Brushbox to create a wonderfully texture-rich character! I spend some time experimenting with different texture brushes and...














