In this class, we’ll use text and masking in the Procreate app to create beautiful digital typography. For the class project, we’ll combine two images. They’ll be connected by a word or two of your choice.

Masking is a nondestructive way of editing. It’s a super useful technique that has so many applications beyond this class.

All you need for this class is

An iPad
The Procreate app
A compatible stylus

Since we’re using free fonts and images, no drawing or hand lettering skills are required. But you could certainly use your own hand lettering, photos and art if you’d prefer.

You can use your design in all sorts of ways: social media posts, marketing, invitations, or greeting cards.

During class, we will:

Browse one of my favorite sources for freely usable images.
Explore fonts in Procreate, including finding free fonts and downloading them to Procreate.
Review how masking works in Procreate.
Create two different illustrations that combine two images connected by a word or two.
Create easy shadows for our text, which will boost the legibility of our illustrations.

To support you, I’ve compiled:

A selection of freely usable images that will work well for our class project
A list of free fonts to download to Procreate. I hand picked these fonts specifically for this project
Free texture brushes by Abbie Nurse at Uproot

I love adding a bit of texture to my digital art. My favorite way to add texture is with Uproot Overlay Brushes, by Abbie Nurse. Abbie has generously shared two brushes with us. You’ll find all of these resources under the Class Project & Resources Tab.

Also: Enjoy 10% of everything in Abbie’s Uproot Procreate shop with coupon code KELLEYBURKE

Are you ready to explore text and masking in Procreate? I’ll see you in class!

Music courtesy of Bensound

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