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Digital Art Essentials
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items Here are some of my go-to and favorite digital art essentials! They make drawing digitally so much more fun and enjoyable!
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iPad + Accessories
Drawing Apps
Favorite Brushes
iPad + Accessories
I currently use the M4 iPad Pro. Before, I was using the Air which is also great option! Whatever iPad you choose, I recommend getting at least 128GB and above, and if you're using Procreate, more RAM equals more layers!
iPad Pro
I use the Apple Pencil Pro. I've only ever used apple pencils with my ipad and I highly recommend! It makes drawing on the ipad even more seamless and intuitive! Whatever, apple pencil you get, make sure it's compatible with your ipad. I also recomme...
Apple Pencil Pro
I use the MagEz Folio 2 Case from Pitaka. What drew me to this case particularly is the flexibility to place the iPad in various orientations. I also love the minimal lightweight design!
Pitaka MagEz iPad Pro Case
Recently made the switch from Paperlike to Astropad's Rock Paper Pencil because I wanted a more flexible option. Unlike the Paperlike, this one is removable so I can take it on or off depending on my needs! However, I don't use the ballpoint nibs bec...
Rock Paper Pencil iPad Screen Protector
I've used Paperlike for years and I love that it makes the screen easier to draw on and also to write on! You do have to change them out after a few months because they do wear down over time, so I recommend going with the 2-pack!
Paperlike's iPad Screen Protector
I always use some kind of pencil grip for drawing with the apple pencil. These ones are great because they attach to charge the pencil with no issues! The Apple Pencil Pro's features like Squeeze also works!
Silicone Apple Pencil Grips
Drawing Apps
I primarily use Procreate for drawing. It's such an easy and intuitive drawing app and I've always loved it!
Procreate
I also occasionally use Adobe Fresco for drawing! I think their vector brushes are amazing to work with! I also like that I can seamlessly transfer between Photoshop or Illustrator if needed.
Adobe Fresco
I use Adobe Illustrator when I need to work in vectors, make patterns, or to create any branding and design work!
Adobe Illustrator
Favorite Brushes
I love this retro set from Max Packs! I have multiple brush packs from Max U but this is by far my favorite!
Retro MaxPack by Max Ulichney
Kyle is the master of digital brushes and he's made plenty over the years. You do need an Adobe Photoshop subscription to gain access to his brushes, but Procreate supports Photoshop brushes so yuou can easily import them. I mostly use brushes from t...
Kyle T. Webster's Photoshop Brushes
I've been inspired lately by risograph and reto illustrations and so I wanted to find a way to mimic analog texures digitally. This brush set is the perfect solution. I love that they also give you resources and tutorials on how to use everything.
Risograph Brush and Texture Kit for Procreate - RetroSupply Co.