Digital Drawing for Beginners
Digital Drawing Course: iPad and Procreate
Course Overview
This course is designed for individuals seeking enhance their digital drawing skills using an iPad and Procreate. Whether you are a beginner or have some experience, this comprehensive program will guide you through techniques and tools essential for creating stunning digital artwork.
Course Duration
8 Weeks (2 sessions per week, 1.5 hours each)
Course Outline
Week 1: Introduction to Digital Drawing
Session 1: Setting Up Your iPad and Procreate
Installing Procreate
Exploring iPad tools and accessories (Apple Pencil, etc.)
Overview of Procreate interface
Session 2: Basic Tools and Functionality
Understanding brushes and their settings
Introduction to layers and blending modes
Saving and exporting your artwork
Week 2: The Fundamentals of Drawing
Session 3: Basic Shapes and Lines
Drawing straight lines and curves
Creating geometric shapes
Exercises to improve line control
Session 4: Color Theory Basics
Understanding color wheels and harmonies
Using the color picker and palettes in Procreate
Exercises in applying color theory to simple drawings
Week 3: Drawing Techniques and Styles
Session 5: Shading and Texturing Techniques
Introduction to shading methods (hatching, cross-hatching, etc.)
Adding texture with Procreate brushes
Practical application in a drawing
Session 6: Exploring Different Styles
Overview of various digital art styles (realism, cartoon, abstract)
Practicing a chosen style through guided exercises
Week 4: Character Design
Session 7: Creating Characters from Imagination
Basics of character proportions and anatomy
Sketching character concepts with guided prompts
Session 8: Expressions and Gestures
Drawing different facial expressions
Capturing dynamic poses and gestures
Practical exercises with observed reference
Week 5: Illustration Techniques
Session 9: Backgrounds and Environment Design
Techniques for creating depth and perspective
Simple landscape and environment drawing
Incorporating backgrounds into character illustrations
Session 10: Composing a Complete Illustration
Planning and sketching a final project
Layering characters and backgrounds effectively
Week 6: Advanced Procreate Features
Session 11: Advanced Brushes and Customization
Exploring and creating custom brushes
Utilizing brush settings for unique effects
Session 12: Animation Basics in Procreate
Introduction to Procreate's animation tools
Creating simple frame-by-frame animations
Week 7: Critique and Feedback
Session 13: Peer Review Session
Sharing completed artworks for group feedback
Techniques on providing constructive criticism
Session 14: Iteration and Improvement
Revising artworks based on feedback
Strategies for continuous improvement
Week 8: Final Project and Showcase
Session 15: Final Project Work
Dedicated session for working on final project
One-on-one support and guidance
Session 16: Digital Art Showcase
Presenting final projects to the group
Discussion on future exploration and continued learning
Course Requirements
iPad compatible with Procreate
Apple Pencil (or compatible stylus)
Basic understanding of drawing concepts (recommended but not required)
Conclusion
By the end of this course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of digital drawing techniques and the Procreate app. Each session will aim to build confidence and creativity, leading to the creation of a final digital artwork that reflects individual style and growth.It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.
