Digital Oil Painting: Create Expressive Painterly Portraits in Procreate

If you’ve ever wanted to create expressive black-and-white portraits in Procreate, this class is for you. I’ll guide you through the entire process, from finding the right references and understanding facial anatomy to layering brushstrokes for a painterly style. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your digital painting skills, this class will provide the tools and techniques you need to bring your portraits to life.

In this class, you’ll learn:

• How to find and use reference photos: Learn how to choose the best references and prepare them for your artwork.

• Facial anatomy basics: Understand key structural features of the face to create realistic and expressive portraits.

• My brush techniques for a painterly effect: I’ll share the Procreate brushes I use and teach you how to layer brushstrokes to add depth and texture.

• Step-by-step painting process: Follow along as I paint a complete portrait in real-time, showing you every step of the process from start to finish.

By the end of this class, you’ll have the confidence to create your own stunning black-and-white portraits with a painterly touch.

What you get

When you enroll in this class, you’ll receive:

• Procreate Brushset: A custom set of four digital oil brushes perfect for painting expressive portraits.

• Reference Photos: A variety of high-quality reference photos to choose from, making it easy to start your class project.

• Feedback and Guidance: Post your work in the Discussions or Projects sections, and I’ll be happy to provide feedback, answer your questions, and help you improve.

• Resource Section: Access additional resources in the Skillshare class page to support your learning journey.

What you need

To follow along with this class, you’ll need:

• An iPad with the Procreate app installed.

• An Apple Pencil or compatible stylus.

• Basic knowledge of Procreate (though I’ll explain everything step-by-step).

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