If you'd like to learn how to create illustrated maps in Procreate, this class is for you! Learn how to achieve an analog-inspired illustration style using Procreate's included brushes, plus a few custom stamp brushes that you create by hand with physical media. And who better to learn this all from than Top Teacher, <a href="https://tomfroese.com" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Mr. Tom Froese</a>, who has been making illustrated maps for clients (including TIME, Airbnb and GQ France) around the world for over a decade.
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What You Will Learn
<ul>
<li>Unique Procreate tricks to achieve a handmade, retro style</li>
<li>How to create custom Procreate brushes and textures using physical media</li>
<li>How to plan a map from ideation, to sketches, to finished art</li>
<li>How to find a strong idea and theme for your map </li>
<li>How to use Google Maps to plan out your initial map</li>
<li>How to illustrate in your own style rather than copying images</li>
<li>How to work in a limited colour palette</li>
<li>Plus:  how to use ChatGPT as a virtual art director!</li>
</ul>
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Why Take This Class?
<ul>
<li>Gain a competitive edge as an illustrator by adding Illustrated Maps to your skillset</li>
<li>Learn advanced techniques in Procreate that you won't learn anywhere else</li>
<li>Access exclusive downloads, including custom brushes and example files</li>
<li>Learn from an experienced, professional map illustrator</li>
<li>No need to buy any extra brushes!</li>
</ul>
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Who is This Class For?
<ul>
<li>Procreate Illustrators who want to add illustrated maps to their skillset</li>
<li>Enthusiasts looking to level up their Procreate skills</li>
<li>Photoshop users looking for alternative tools outside of Adobe CC</li>
</ul>
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Materials and Resources
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<li>Hardware/Software
<ul>
<li>iPad with Procreate</li>
<li>Apple Pencil </li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Physical Media
<ul>
<li>Black India Ink</li>
<li>Black Block Printing Ink</li>
<li>Block Printing Brayer </li>
<li>Nib Pen (Speedball holder 512B nib recommended)</li>
<li>Watercolour/Acrylic Paint Brushes (Flat and Round, sizes 0-2 recommended)</li>
<li>Foam Sponge</li>
<li>Glass or Smooth Plastic Surface (for loading brayer)</li>
<li>White Sketchbook Paper</li>
<li>Pencil with Eraser</li>
<li>Jar of Water </li>
</ul>
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</ul>
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What's Included
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<li>My custom Procreate brush set </li>
<li>Colour Separation Group File example (PSD)</li>
<li>Example Inky Marks and Textures (PSD)</li>
<li>Project Timing Guide (to help step through project)</li>
</ul>
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Please join me in Inky Maps (Procreate Edition) on Skillshare. I'll see you in class!

Class Trailer

Class Orientation

The 7 Elements of Inky Maps

Project Brief

Choosing Your Map Theme

Plotting Your Points in Google Maps

Sketching Your Base Map

Finding Your Reference Images

Drawing (Icons) From Your Reference Images

Drawing Your Refined Map Sketch

Making Your Inky Marks

Scanning Your Inky Marks

Making Your Stamp Brushes

Preparing Your Final File

Final Art Part 1: The Base Map

Final Art Part 2: The Icons

Final Art Part 3: Final Touches

You're Done, Now Share!

CSG File Example.psd

Toms_Inky_Map_Brushes.brushset

Tom's My Inky Marks.psd

Tom's Inky Textures 1.psd

Tom's Inky Textures 2.psd

Project Timing Guide.pdf

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Inky Maps (Procreate Edition): Illustrate an Analog-Inspired Map on Your iPad

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Inky Maps (Procreate Edition): Illustrate an Analog-Inspired Map on Your iPad

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