Skillshare Class: iPad Hand Lettering

This is a comprehensive course on the essentials of hand lettering with Procreate on the iPad Pro. I share my favorite techniques for some of the most popular and fun lettering effects, as well as tips and shortcuts for a smooth workflow.

This start-to-finish class will teach you the essentials of hand lettering on the iPad with Procreate, plus provide in-depth lessons about popular effects (like ombré lettering) and challenging skills (like lettering in layer masks). I show you my favorite techniques for some of the most popular and fun hand lettering effects, and I share tips and shortcuts for a smooth workflow.

Are you a total beginner? Fear not! This class starts at the very beginning with an introductory exploration of Procreate 4’s revamped interface and the cool new ways it interacts with the iPad operating system. I even give you free guide sheets so you can practice your letters.

➤  Topics covered include:

• Procreate 4 interface and the new iOS11 Files app

• Lettering basics from drawing letters and baselines to selecting and resizing

• Brush tutorials on importing, editing, and designing them from scratch

• Adjustments for recoloring and adding texture

• Effects like ombré and watercolor brush lettering

• Dimension, drop shadows, and shading

• Highlights and simple text decoration

• Alpha Lock for recoloring and erasing with precision

• Masking for layered effects and nondestructive erasing

• Copy/paste tricks to divide up layers and combine files

• Color palette customization and shortcuts

I've also included 56 MB of free downloads to help you follow along: Procreate lettering practice sheets, calligraphy guideline sheets, and a variety of textured and watercolor backgrounds. These are available in the Your Project section.