iPad Lettering: The Ultimate Guide

Note: Due to Procreate updates, there are some steps that have changed. Please Procreate announcements for changes in software. Techniques stay the same, but some actions have changed.

Are you ready to learn the ins and outs of how to use the iPad Pro for all of your hand lettering desires? Look no further! In this JAM-PACKED class primarily using the Procreate software, you will learn everything you need to know to get started, create pieces using special effects, and view some sample projects that should open the door to expand your creativity and address the unlimited options you'll unlock in the digital world!

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Here's what you'll discover in each segment:

Main Controls (Procreate) - What do all these buttons do? How do I  _______?
Basic Design Edits - Gestures walk-through
Drawing Straight Lines - Use a tap, drag and hold to snap a stroke into a straight line
Ombré Effect - Creating a gradual color blend in your design
Multicolor Lettering - Similar to ombré, using several blended colors inside your design
Texture Lettering - Laying a textured effect to the interior of your letters
Glitter & Foil Overlays - Make your lettering look sparkly or foiled
Using Underlays (2 parts) - Different execution options to incorporate patterns, color, etc.
Wet Effect - Creating wetness/shine on your lettering, producing a "juicy" effect
Drop Shadow - Creating shadows behind your design
Mockup Display - Placing your piece inside a "mockup" frame for online store display
Tracing - Importing your own design to recreate it for perfection
Mirroring - Creating a mirrored effect from a selection
Instant Replay - Instantly replay and export your strokes from beginning to end in a video format
Watercolor Effect - Realistic watercolor background
Practice Sheets - Importing guides for digital practice
Basic Shapes - Simple shapes can bring the perfect focal point into play
Creating Patterns - Creating a pattern from one image
Creating Mandalas - Using Amaziograph app

Necessary Hardware & Software:

iPad Pro
Apple Pencil (or equivalent)
Procreate App
Adobe Sketch App (for watercolor effect)
Amaziograph App (for auto-patterns)

Note: If there is a technique you're dying to learn and don't see it in this class, please let me know! I'll happily create a tutorial and add a segment all about it.