How to use Procreate to analyse master artworks

use Procreate to analyse master artworks; classic painting by NC Wyeth using Procreate, by artist Gavin O’Donnell
(Image credit: Gavin O’Donnell / NC Wyeth)

In this tutorial I will show you how to use Procreate to analyse master artworks. This is an unusual Procreate tutorial, as I'm going to be using the software to recreate someone else's work rather than creating our own. As we develop in life, one of the many ways we learn is through the emulation of others. Emulating and studying from successful pieces of art is a way to connect with the thought process, the techniques and choices historical artists made. Through this process we can grow as artists. 

The great thing about master studies is that both amateur artists / illustrators and experienced industry-working professionals can benefit from them. There's always something new to learn from the Old Masters, whether it's composition, lighting or even a storytelling technique. (Read our Procreate review to get up to speed on this Apple-exclusive digital art software.)

Headshot photograph of Creative Bloq contributor Gavin O'Donnell
Gavin O'Donnell

Gavin is an Irish concept artist and illustrator working in the field of animation and video games. He is currently working for Disruptive Games as a Senior Environment Concept Artist. His previous clients include DreamWorksTV, Disney, Netflix, Giant Animation, Brown Bag Films, ImagineFX, Procreate, 3D Total, Godschool, Daedalic Entertainment and Vela Games.

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Gavin O'Donnell
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Gavin is an Irish concept artist and illustrator working in the field of animation and video games. He is currently working for Disruptive Games as a Senior Environment Concept Artist. His previous clients include DreamWorksTV, Disney, Netflix, Giant Animation, Brown Bag Films, ImagineFX, Procreate, 3D Total, Godschool, Daedalic Entertainment and Vela Games.

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