Modern Portraiture with Procreate: Stylize Your Subject

Begin the course by getting to know illustrator Paul Ryding. He talks through the creative career which led him to illustrate for some of the biggest publications in the world. Find out about the influences which inspire his work and take a look at what you can expect from the course.

Discover how to prepare a reference photo for your portrait. Paul guides you through mapping out your portrait’s features and adjusting settings like canvas size and opacity. Get an introduction to Procreate and its features, before experimenting with the pencil tool. Then learn how to combine several photos to create a unique reference image.

Time to start drawing! Begin by planning out the key elements of your photograph on the page before hearing Paul’s tips on understanding anatomy for a realistic-looking portrait. Draw the face of your subject with your reference photo as a guide, before moving on to the finer details like hair and shading. Give your artwork an artistic flair that makes it recognizably yours, experimenting with graphic elements, ink, and more.

Learn how to export your final illustration, ready for your professional portfolio. Then discover how to approach clients with your work and get hired for commissions. To finish the course, Paul shares his advice on copyright, contracts, and watermarks.