In this Procreate for Illustration course you will explore a number of different techniques to create striking illustrations on Procreate. You will need your own iPad with Procreate installed, and a stylus such as an Apple Pencil.
Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
Please note: We offer a wide variety of financial support to make courses affordable. Just visit our online Help Centre for more information on a range of topics including fees, online learning and FAQs.
This course is ideal for those who are new to using Procreate as well as those who have previous experience and want to further enhance their skills.
You will be guided through the initial set-up and feature of Procreate and work through a series of practical drawing tasks, exploring line, colour, texture and composition.
From brush marks and colours to textures and lighting effects, really get to grips with how digital illustration is being used in industry.
The course will be taught in our dedicated Visual Communication studio which is equipped with macs and scanners, a range of Adobe software, drawing tablets, printers and a vast range of drawing and painting materials.
What will we cover?
Creating and managing files
Drawing in Procreate
Exploring ‘Digital Painting’ with brushes in Procreate
Building a colour palette
Exploring texture
Using layer masks
Using layers
Editing images
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
Open, create, edit and save working files
Confidently use and apply a variety of drawing techniques and brush marks
Build colour palettes and apply them directly to your artwork
Use layer masks
Understand how layers work and apply these to your artwork
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is suitable for learners who are both new to working with Procreate and those with some experience. Prior knowledge and basic skills in illustration are desirable.
English-language competency is required: you should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may need to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
The course will be delivered through:
Presentations
Demonstrations
Practical work
Individual and group tutoring
Group discussion
Additional / extension activities may be set for you to complete at home or outside of the course hours. Completion of additional tasks is encouraged to help you get the most out of the course. Where required your tutor will discuss these with you during each session.
Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You will need your own iPad with Procreate installed, and ideally a stylus such as an Apple Pencil. Please note that City Lit is unable to provide any learners with iPads.
At City Lit, access to basic materials and resources are available as part of this course. We advise you to bring a A5/A4 sketchbook for the recording of ideas and an A3 folder and/or a USB drive to transport work to and from City Lit. Additional materials required as part of the course will be discussed by your tutor if required.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
We recommend looking at our range of workshops in graphic design, illustration, children’s book illustration and graphic novels to see what’s on offer.
For more information about any of the courses on offer, please visit our website.
Lucia Vinti is an illustrator and creative who makes work about people, places, food and culture. She has created illustrations for the National Portrait Gallery, Gail's, TATE Britain and the Washington Post. She also illustrates and writes non fiction childrens books and is the illustrator of Chews Your Own Tasty Adventure, published by Faber and the author/illustrator of The Looking Book. Lucia's illustrations are playful and expressive and she combines digital and physical techniques to create her artwork. As well as teaching at City Lit, Lucia runs creative workshops for all ages and has worked at the Young V&A, University of Brighton and Design Museum as well as running her own workshops and drawing classes.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
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Additional materials required as part of the course will be discussed by your tutor if required.<br> </p><p>We recommend looking at our range of workshops in graphic design, illustration, children’s book illustration and graphic novels to see what’s on offer. <br> <br>For more information about any of the courses on offer, please visit our website. </p><p><a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.citylit.ac.uk</a><br> </p>Graphic design & illustrationIllustrationvirtual3068188Procreate for illustration259259https://www.citylit.ac.uk/media/catalog/product/v/z/vz119_procreate_illustration_13.jpgInStockDaytimeMonKeeley StreetAvailable courses5-10 weeksWeekday2027-05-10T00:00:00+00:00Beginners, Some experienceMay 2027Art & designVZ255259259Procreate for illustration207168259Lucia Vintiprocreate-for-illustration/vz255-2627<p>In this Procreate for Illustration course you will explore a number of different techniques to create striking illustrations on Procreate. <br>You will need your own iPad with Procreate installed, and a stylus such as an Apple Pencil. <br> </p>0000-Available|2027-05-10 00:00:00<p>This course is ideal for those who are new to using Procreate as well as those who have previous experience and want to further enhance their skills. </p><p><br>You will be guided through the initial set-up and feature of Procreate and work through a series of practical drawing tasks, exploring line, colour, texture and composition. </p><p><br>From brush marks and colours to textures and lighting effects, really get to grips with how digital illustration is being used in industry. </p><p>The course will be taught in our dedicated Visual Communication studio which is equipped with macs and scanners, a range of Adobe software, drawing tablets, printers and a vast range of drawing and painting materials.<br> </p><p>In this Procreate for Illustration course you will explore a number of different techniques to create striking illustrations on Procreate. <br>You will need your own iPad with Procreate installed, and a stylus such as an Apple Pencil. <br> </p><ul><li>Creating and managing files </li><li>Drawing in Procreate </li><li>Exploring ‘Digital Painting’ with brushes in Procreate </li><li>Building a colour palette </li><li>Exploring texture </li><li>Using layer masks </li><li>Using layers </li><li>Editing images </li></ul><ul><li>Open, create, edit and save working files </li><li>Confidently use and apply a variety of drawing techniques and brush marks </li><li>Build colour palettes and apply them directly to your artwork </li><li>Use layer masks </li><li>Understand how layers work and apply these to your artwork <br> </li></ul><p>This course is suitable for learners who are both new to working with Procreate and those with some experience. Prior knowledge and basic skills in illustration are desirable. <br> <br><em>English-language competency is required: you should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may need to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.</em></p><p>The course will be delivered through: </p><ul><li>Presentations </li><li>Demonstrations </li><li>Practical work </li><li>Individual and group tutoring </li><li>Group discussion </li></ul><p>Additional / extension activities may be set for you to complete at home or outside of the course hours. Completion of additional tasks is encouraged to help you get the most out of the course. Where required your tutor will discuss these with you during each session. </p><p><em>Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. 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Additional materials required as part of the course will be discussed by your tutor if required.<br> </p><p>We recommend looking at our range of workshops in graphic design, illustration, children’s book illustration and graphic novels to see what’s on offer. <br> <br>For more information about any of the courses on offer, please visit our website. </p><p><a href="http://www.citylit.ac.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.citylit.ac.uk</a><br> </p>Graphic design & illustrationIllustrationvirtual207,191259,239168,155VZ119,VZ155,VZ254,VZ255NONETue,Wed,Fri,Mon26/01/27 - 23/02/2718:00 - 21:0018:0021:005 sessions (over 5 weeks)55-10 weeks,1 to 4 weeksEvening,DaytimeWeekdayKSKeeley StreetBeginners, Some experienceAvailable courses2027-01-26T00:00:00+00:00,2027-03-03T00:00:00+00:00,2027-07-16T00:00:00+00:00,2027-05-10T00:00:00+00:00Jan 2027,Mar 2027,Jul 2027,May 2027Art & design239259,239Procreate for illustrationprocreate-for-illustration/vz119-2627,procreate-for-illustration/vz155-2627,procreate-for-illustration/vz254-2627,procreate-for-illustration/vz255-2627<p>In this Procreate for Illustration course you will explore a number of different techniques to create striking illustrations on Procreate. <br>You will need your own iPad with Procreate installed, and a stylus such as an Apple Pencil. <br> </p>0000-Available|2027-01-26 00:00:00<p>This course is ideal for those who are new to using Procreate as well as those who have previous experience and want to further enhance their skills. </p><p><br>You will be guided through the initial set-up and feature of Procreate and work through a series of practical drawing tasks, exploring line, colour, texture and composition. </p><p><br>From brush marks and colours to textures and lighting effects, really get to grips with how digital illustration is being used in industry. </p><p>The course will be taught in our dedicated Visual Communication studio which is equipped with macs and scanners, a range of Adobe software, drawing tablets, printers and a vast range of drawing and painting materials.<br> </p><p>In this Procreate for Illustration course you will explore a number of different techniques to create striking illustrations on Procreate. <br>You will need your own iPad with Procreate installed, and a stylus such as an Apple Pencil. <br> </p><ul><li>Creating and managing files </li><li>Drawing in Procreate </li><li>Exploring ‘Digital Painting’ with brushes in Procreate </li><li>Building a colour palette </li><li>Exploring texture </li><li>Using layer masks </li><li>Using layers </li><li>Editing images </li></ul><ul><li>Open, create, edit and save working files </li><li>Confidently use and apply a variety of drawing techniques and brush marks </li><li>Build colour palettes and apply them directly to your artwork </li><li>Use layer masks </li><li>Understand how layers work and apply these to your artwork <br> </li></ul><p>This course is suitable for learners who are both new to working with Procreate and those with some experience. Prior knowledge and basic skills in illustration are desirable. <br> <br><em>English-language competency is required: you should be able to follow verbal and written instructions, demonstrations, hand-outs and health and safety information. You may need to take short written notes for your own use and take part in group discussions.</em></p><p>The course will be delivered through: </p><ul><li>Presentations </li><li>Demonstrations </li><li>Practical work </li><li>Individual and group tutoring </li><li>Group discussion </li></ul><p>Additional / extension activities may be set for you to complete at home or outside of the course hours. Completion of additional tasks is encouraged to help you get the most out of the course. Where required your tutor will discuss these with you during each session. </p><p><em>Self-reflection is an important part of learning in art education and creative practice. You will be encouraged to engage with reflecting on your own work and progress as part of the learning process in Visual Arts.</em></p><p>You will need your own iPad with Procreate installed, and ideally a stylus such as an Apple Pencil. Please note that City Lit is unable to provide any learners with iPads. </p><p>At City Lit, access to basic materials and resources are available as part of this course. We advise you to bring a A5/A4 sketchbook for the recording of ideas and an A3 folder and/or a USB drive to transport work to and from City Lit. 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