Welcome! On this site you’ll find lots of classes on Procreate, Affinity Designer and other iPad art and design resources. Choose a topic to get started:
New Classes
Illustrating with Layered Texture & Color
Learn how to use layered texture and color to add depth and visual interest to your illustrations. We’ll look at how to create overall textures, how to use texture to create highlights and shading, and how to use single and multi colored texture to bring out warm and cool tones in your illustrations.
Design a Pattern Collection on Your iPad
Learn how to design a pattern collection on your iPad from start to finish. I’ll show you options for making your repeat elements in both Procreate and Affinity designer, so you can choose which option works best for you!
Learn how to create 70s style hand lettering and decoration from start to finish. We’ll cover everything you need to know to add the kind of bold color, drastic variation, and playful decorations that were so popular in the 70s and are now popping up all over in the design world on stationary, clothing, home decor.
Limited Color Palette Illustration in Procreate
Learn how to create limited color illustrations and palettes on your iPad in Procreate. We’ll cover every step of the process from building new palettes to creating illustrations that are ideal for limited palettes.
Ink Illustration Techniques in Procreate
In this class, you’ll learn three different ways to use ink lines and dots to add shadow, highlights, and depth to your work. We’ll look at tons of tips and tricks for hatching, crosshatching, and stippling, and talk about how to add bold color to your linework to add variation and contrast that makes your work stand out online and in print.
Insect Animation and Illustration in Procreate
In this class you’ll learn how to create unique insect illustrations and animations on your iPad in Procreate. When you watch the class you’ll get all of the color palettes and Procreate brushes I use in my insect illustrations including 14 drawing and texture brushes that will help you add tons of depth, texture, and grit like this to your illustrations
Wildflowers in Procreate + Free Gouache Brushes and Color Palettes
In this class, you’ll learn how to paint colorful wildflower arrangements in Procreate. When you watch this class you’ll get all of the brushes and color palettes I use in the class as free downloads, including my saturation booster brushes, which allow you to use the pressure of your stylus to create varied brushstrokes on the canvas.
Common Questions
What kind of iPad/iPad case/pencil grip do you use?
I created a post with links to all of my favorite iPad gear here, and talk about my favorite screen protector here.
Where should I start with iPad art/design?
Check out this page where I list some beginner friendly classes.
Do I need an iPad screen protector?
I created a blog post all about screen protectors here.
How much do your classes cost?
You can learn about pricing here.
How do you make your Procreate brushes?
I created a blog post here to show how I make all my brushes.
How do you print things you made in Procreate?
I list my favorite print resources and printers here.
Can I use your brushes and downloads for commercial use?
I love to give away free brushes and downloads! I create them specifically for the projects shown in my classes, but feel free to use them on other projects. You can use the brushes and downloads I give away to create artwork for both personal and commercial use. The only restriction is that I ask that you don’t sell or give away the brushes or downloads themselves. Anything you create on your own device is fair game though! Have more questions? Send me a message below.
Design a Pattern Collection on Your iPad
Learn how to design a pattern collection on your iPad from start to finish. I’ll show you options for making your repeat elements in both Procreate and Affinity designer, so you can choose which option works best for you!
Learn how to create 70s style hand lettering and decoration from start to finish. We’ll cover everything you need to know to add the kind of bold color, drastic variation, and playful decorations that were so popular in the 70s and are now popping up all over in the design world on stationary, clothing, home decor.
Limited Color Palette Illustration in Procreate
Learn how to create limited color illustrations and palettes on your iPad in Procreate. We’ll cover every step of the process from building new palettes to creating illustrations that are ideal for limited palettes.
Ink Illustration Techniques in Procreate
In this class, you’ll learn three different ways to use ink lines and dots to add shadow, highlights, and depth to your work. We’ll look at tons of tips and tricks for hatching, crosshatching, and stippling, and talk about how to add bold color to your linework to add variation and contrast that makes your work stand out online and in print.
Insect Animation and Illustration in Procreate
In this class you’ll learn how to create unique insect illustrations and animations on your iPad in Procreate. When you watch the class you’ll get all of the color palettes and Procreate brushes I use in my insect illustrations including 14 drawing and texture brushes that will help you add tons of depth, texture, and grit like this to your illustrations
Wildflowers in Procreate + Free Gouache Brushes and Color Palettes
In this class, you’ll learn how to paint colorful wildflower arrangements in Procreate. When you watch this class you’ll get all of the brushes and color palettes I use in the class as free downloads, including my saturation booster brushes, which allow you to use the pressure of your stylus to create varied brushstrokes on the canvas.
