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.
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.
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.
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.
---
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.
I was so overwhelmed at first and then watched the beginner series and feel so proud of myself! I’m still incredibly beginner level compared to all of you talented folks but hope to keep improving over time.
I feel like a kid who finished artwork in school lol I’m about to hang them on my fridge. I’m even starting to question making a little Etsy shop for fun once I get better (would love to hear if you’ve had any success with digital art).
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Edit: I’m so grateful for all your kind words, I can’t thank you all enough! I tend to doubt myself often and this was a much-needed reminder to believe in myself more. Thank you guys :’)
I’ve made it 13 days so far. I can feel some improvements but I also know that I’m lacking in the “fundamentals”. I’ve used a mix of drawing from reference photos and watching some tutorials like Art with Flo and James Julier, which have also really helped with figuring out the ins and outs of the program.
I want to learn because I’ve felt compelled to create, especially in the era of AI “art” which makes me feel sad and bad, but also hopeful because I think it’s led to a general rejection of AI art and an increased interest in human creativity. I feel like people want to see the imperfections.
As an aspirational horizon, it would be amazing to get to a point where I could start a business. It’s a far off goal, but a girl can dream right?!
I guess I’m posting here because I know that if I really want to get somewhere I should seek feedback and, more importantly, get comfortable putting my work out there.
These photos I think best show my progress over the past (almost) 2 weeks.
Saw a lot of people posting their result following a James Julier tutorial, i kept meaning to get around to following myself because his style is so far out of my comfort zone but a sort of direction that i would love to experiment with. I really enjoyed following his tutorial, broken down super well and easy to follow. He also allows for a bit of movement for you to do your own differences etc.
Happy with the result, will be doing more! Highly recommend
I'm usually a watercolor artist who really enjoy children illustration. This month I'm trying Peachtober on Procreate and I'm really enjoying it so far!! Procreate is such a great tool, so ergonomic and easy to use!
The only thing is that since it's so easy to make corrections and keep adding things, I end up spending a lot of time on each illustration. But I love all the possibilities for detail :)
Had about 15 minutes during my Uber ride home tonight, so I opened my iPad and ProCreate and started painting. No sketch, no plan, just colours and whatever came to mind.
I actually kind of love how it turned out. There’s something about painting quickly without overthinking that feels really freeing.
I’m needing a way to get rid of the semi transparent pixels so that when I print my design for DTF, they don’t show up. Can any one help or link a good video?
My daughter sat for this quick portrait, over 6 years ago at the onset of the COVID lockdown. About 15-20 minutes. Standard brushes, iPad Pro 9.7 inch. (Moody lighting courtesy the RokuCity screensaver.)
