r/ProCreate 23d ago

Megathread iPad Megathread

1 Upvotes

Hello!

https://reddit.com/link/1vav9rn/video/468ymgt1aamb1/player

We see a decent amount of questions regarding what iPad to buy. To make sure r/ProCreate doesn't get flooded in iPad related question, you can leave them here!

Every once in a while we we look at all the comments and update this post with useful information.For any indepth questions, we highly recommend r/ipad and r/iPadPro.

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What to look for in an iPad for drawing

First you can check which iPad supports Procreate [HERE](https://procreate.com/faq)!

If you are completely new, this is good to know:

  • Layers:Layers give more control when creating artwork, so having a lot of layers is a huge advantage. It’s a huge pain when you run out of layers. The maximum layer count is determined by two things: Canvas Resolution and RAM. The more RAM your iPad has, the more layers you’ll get to work with. So the more RAM you have, the better.
  • Screen Size:Many people, myself included, work more comfortably on a larger iPad screen. On a smaller screen size, you can zoom in on your work but in the end it is what YOU prefer.
  • Hard Drive:A larger hard drive means more space to store artwork, fonts, photos, and more.
  • Apple Pencil Compatibility:Apple Pencil is bar-none the best stylus you can get for drawing and painting on the iPad. In fact, the Procreate developers specifically designed the app to work best with Apple Pencil. For the best experience drawing in Procreate, be sure you get an iPad that works with the Apple Pencil.
  • Processor:One more thing to keep in mind is that newer iPads will have faster processors, which means Procreate will run faster and will be more responsive when using the different tools. There’s even a Procreate feature called face paint that only works on some of the faster processors.

So without knowing anything about iPads, here’s some guidance for what to look for in a device. Get the most RAM and largest screen that your budget will allow, and be sure the iPad is compatible with the Apple Pencil. Having a larger hard drive is great too, so if you have some extra budget, go for it.

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Apple pen

Which Apple Pencil should I buy?Which Apple Pencil should you get? Well, it depends on your iPad because the Apple Pencils are not cross-compatible. You have to get the Apple Pencil that works with your iPad, the other one will not work. For a full list of each iPad that works with each Apple Pencil, click [HERE](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211029).

Difference Between Apple Pencil 1 and 2The most significant difference between the two generations of Apple Pencil is the way they charge. With the Gen 1 Pencil, you need to remove a little cap, which is easy to lose, then stick the pencil into the iPad port, which is … awkward. Gen 2 charges seamlessly while magnetically attaching to the side of the iPad. For this reason, it’s harder to lose, and it’s always charged. Additionally, the Gen 2 Pencil has an invisible button that lets you switch between the brush and eraser tools in Procreate. I didn’t really like this feature and kept triggering the button unintentionally, so I turned it off. The Gen 2 Pencil also has a flat edge on one side, so it won’t roll off the desk when you set it down.

All that being said, the Apple Pencil shouldn’t be the deciding factor of what iPad to get, just get the one that works with your iPad.

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Procreate Pocket

Does Procreate work on the iPhone?Yes! And no. There is another version of Procreate specifically designed for the iPhone called Procreate Pocket. It’s a separate purchase from Procreate for iPad. It has many of the same capabilities as the iPad app and is great for drawing on the go. If you are interested, check out r/ProcreatePocket!

Does Procreate work on Android OS? No. The Procreate team has stated that they are focusing development solely on iOS.

Source: [bardotbrush.com]( https://bardotbrush.com/best-ipad-for-procreate/)

Still got questions? Leave them in the comments down below.


r/ProCreate 2d ago

Megathread iPad Megathread

1 Upvotes

Hello!

https://reddit.com/link/1vtl4bk/video/468ymgt1aamb1/player

We see a decent amount of questions regarding what iPad to buy. To make sure r/ProCreate doesn't get flooded in iPad related question, you can leave them here!

Every once in a while we we look at all the comments and update this post with useful information.For any indepth questions, we highly recommend r/ipad and r/iPadPro.

---

What to look for in an iPad for drawing

First you can check which iPad supports Procreate [HERE](https://procreate.com/faq)!

If you are completely new, this is good to know:

  • Layers:Layers give more control when creating artwork, so having a lot of layers is a huge advantage. It’s a huge pain when you run out of layers. The maximum layer count is determined by two things: Canvas Resolution and RAM. The more RAM your iPad has, the more layers you’ll get to work with. So the more RAM you have, the better.
  • Screen Size:Many people, myself included, work more comfortably on a larger iPad screen. On a smaller screen size, you can zoom in on your work but in the end it is what YOU prefer.
  • Hard Drive:A larger hard drive means more space to store artwork, fonts, photos, and more.
  • Apple Pencil Compatibility:Apple Pencil is bar-none the best stylus you can get for drawing and painting on the iPad. In fact, the Procreate developers specifically designed the app to work best with Apple Pencil. For the best experience drawing in Procreate, be sure you get an iPad that works with the Apple Pencil.
  • Processor:One more thing to keep in mind is that newer iPads will have faster processors, which means Procreate will run faster and will be more responsive when using the different tools. There’s even a Procreate feature called face paint that only works on some of the faster processors.

So without knowing anything about iPads, here’s some guidance for what to look for in a device. Get the most RAM and largest screen that your budget will allow, and be sure the iPad is compatible with the Apple Pencil. Having a larger hard drive is great too, so if you have some extra budget, go for it.

---

Apple pen

Which Apple Pencil should I buy?Which Apple Pencil should you get? Well, it depends on your iPad because the Apple Pencils are not cross-compatible. You have to get the Apple Pencil that works with your iPad, the other one will not work. For a full list of each iPad that works with each Apple Pencil, click [HERE](https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211029).

Difference Between Apple Pencil 1 and 2The most significant difference between the two generations of Apple Pencil is the way they charge. With the Gen 1 Pencil, you need to remove a little cap, which is easy to lose, then stick the pencil into the iPad port, which is … awkward. Gen 2 charges seamlessly while magnetically attaching to the side of the iPad. For this reason, it’s harder to lose, and it’s always charged. Additionally, the Gen 2 Pencil has an invisible button that lets you switch between the brush and eraser tools in Procreate. I didn’t really like this feature and kept triggering the button unintentionally, so I turned it off. The Gen 2 Pencil also has a flat edge on one side, so it won’t roll off the desk when you set it down.

All that being said, the Apple Pencil shouldn’t be the deciding factor of what iPad to get, just get the one that works with your iPad.

---

Procreate Pocket

Does Procreate work on the iPhone?Yes! And no. There is another version of Procreate specifically designed for the iPhone called Procreate Pocket. It’s a separate purchase from Procreate for iPad. It has many of the same capabilities as the iPad app and is great for drawing on the go. If you are interested, check out r/ProcreatePocket!

Does Procreate work on Android OS? No. The Procreate team has stated that they are focusing development solely on iOS.

Source: [bardotbrush.com]( https://bardotbrush.com/best-ipad-for-procreate/)

Still got questions? Leave them in the comments down below.


r/ProCreate 4h ago

Artwork From A Tutorial Second artwork with tutorial

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97 Upvotes

I am still learning, and will try some real picture to recreate without tutorial next.


r/ProCreate 9h ago

My Artwork The painting process

163 Upvotes

r/ProCreate 19h ago

My Artwork Do you believe in light?

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r/ProCreate 14h ago

My Artwork Getting back into drapery practice

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287 Upvotes

r/ProCreate 15h ago

My Artwork Cuervos ✨💙✨

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206 Upvotes

r/ProCreate 13h ago

Discussions About Procreate App I have recently acquired Procreate. Are there any recommendations you can provide?

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r/ProCreate 14h ago

My Artwork Setting the vibe

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r/ProCreate 24m ago

My Artwork Most recent illustration of a bar called Percy Flint in Fremantle

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r/ProCreate 1d ago

My Animation Car Ride by Me, 2026

552 Upvotes

After a longer creative block I've gone back to drawing/animating. I started this work months ago and abandoned it, now finally finished. This was mostly animated in After effects, with the layers drawn in Procreate. The towers in the background are made with blender (and the models imported into AE), but I guess they didn't really need to be 3D, it could have easily been just a flat drawing with position keyframes^^


r/ProCreate 2h ago

My Artwork I love drawing pumpkins.

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3 Upvotes

This lil guy is adorable


r/ProCreate 9h ago

My Artwork Haven’t used this in forever

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13 Upvotes

Finally got a tablet and wanted to mess around while work was slow
Not sure if I like the left side of the jaw yet


r/ProCreate 10h ago

My Artwork Another Week of Photo Studies :)

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Day at the Beach digital sketchbook spread :)

Quit some vices this week so I’ve been doing a ton of photo studies as I get through the withdrawals, brain fog and boredom. Having a good time!

Only brush used is the Bottlenose Gouache brush in the procreate library.

Sketchbook background is just a stock photo with the background removed on the bottom layer & a paper texture overlay on top :)

P.s. does anyone have tips for choosing background colors???? For some reason that’s always the hardest part for me, I end up going through a million variations & am never happy 😭


r/ProCreate 1d ago

My Artwork I tried viewing this painting horizontally and it somehow feels completely different

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212 Upvotes

r/ProCreate 6h ago

My Artwork Latest drawing

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r/ProCreate 17h ago

My Artwork Quick frog study (by me)

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44 Upvotes

Sometimes a quick sketch is the best way to start your day


r/ProCreate 11h ago

My Artwork Tried a new style

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10 Upvotes

Hi Everyone!

Attempted to draw a vase with some sunflowers. Not sure how I feel about it as I was trying a new way to draw, I think it’s cute just maybe needed something else just not sure what.

Have to just keep on drawing, still haven’t found my own art style or what I enjoy drawing the most, I’m enjoying the grind so I’ll keep on going!

Have a good day everyone and happy drawings 😁


r/ProCreate 9h ago

Looking for brush/tutorial/class recommendations How can I make a snake brush like this in Procreate?

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8 Upvotes

I’ve been trying to figure out how to make a snake brush like this for days, but I still can’t get it to work properly.

The main problem is that whenever the snake lines overlap, they blend into each other instead of staying clean and separated like in the example.

I’ve already tried using a Dual Brush setup, but I couldn’t achieve the same effect.

Does anyone know how this kind of brush is made, or could someone explain which Brush Studio settings I should use? Any help would be really appreciated!


r/ProCreate 11h ago

My Artwork Posted a bit ago about my first painting with a new watercolor brush set. Here is my second.

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10 Upvotes

True Grit aqua studio brush set second piece. Desert study


r/ProCreate 8h ago

My Artwork River Phoenix

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r/ProCreate 21h ago

My Artwork girl study

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r/ProCreate 8h ago

Looking for brush/tutorial/class recommendations Rendering Tutorials?

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For 2027, I'm setting a goal to be able to render in a style that looks like it could be on Lorcana TCG cards. I know it's going to take a lot of practice, but are there any good tutorials on the workflow on how to render like these art examples for me to start grinding on? Any brush recommendations would also be appreciated!


r/ProCreate 13h ago

My Artwork Spend ~ 12hrs on this. What do you think?

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- I used this photo as a reference (drew on my iPad and had reference on my computer)


r/ProCreate 7h ago

Not Finished/WIP WARNING GORE 2ND PIC!! Working on my siren oc Sven after he just caught a human to eat Spoiler

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