What is doodling anyway?
This is debatable! If you ask Google, there are a few ways to do it! We will take a quick look at these and then get to the good stuff, spontaneous doodling! Here, you can see examples of Zentangles, Zentangle Inspired Art, StenDoodles, and spontaneous doodling.
But wait, if it's spontaneous, how can there be a class on it? VERY good question! So this is a different kind of class than my typical classes because.....I'm not showing you what to draw! Instead, I'll be providing you with everything you need to get started on your own unique doodles in Procreate!
Your Tools
I have three Procreate files for you that will help you keep track of your ideas, create smaller doodles, or create full page doodles!
Included is a small brushset that will let you create with a less digital look as well!
I'll also talk about some tips for overcoming the fear of the blank canvas so you can JUST DO IT! ;)
At the end I'll show you some things you can do to change the paper color and add color to your design if you so choose!
You'll also gain a better understanding of some Procreate abilities such as Page Assist, Clipping Masks, Reference Layers, Threshold, and Color Fill!
The Benefits of Doodling
There have been plenty of studies that show some wonderful benefits of spontaneous doodling.
This list includes, but is not limited to, relaxation, increased focus and memory, and of course sparking creativity!