Procreate Design Workshop
Procreate Design Workshop
A professional, small-group digital design session held at Paintbox, New Cross Road, London. Learn Procreate the right way, with real workflow methods, design theory and creative direction built in from the start.
More Than an App. A Design Practice.
Procreate is one of the most powerful creative tools available today. Used by tattoo artists, illustrators, graphic designers, animators and visual developers worldwide, it is a professional-grade platform that rewards those who learn it properly.
This workshop is not a beginner tutorial. It is a structured, tutor-led session designed to give you real skills you can apply immediately, whether you are building a portfolio, developing client work, or exploring a new creative direction.
We teach Procreate through professional shortcuts, layered workflow methods and applied design theory, so you leave with a process, not just a finished piece.
Workshop Details
- Age: 13 and above
- Duration: 2 hours
- Price: £50 per person
- Group size: Maximum 5 participants
- Format: Projector-led, in-store session
- Location: Paintbox, New Cross Road, London
What to bring: Your own iPad with Procreate installed, and an Apple Pencil or compatible stylus. If you are unsure which stylus to use, get in touch before booking and we will advise.
What's Included
- Tutor-led, projector-based instruction throughout the session
- Access to the Paintbox communal hard drive, loaded with over £1,000 worth of curated Procreate brushes and fonts
- Time to work through exercises using the full resource library during the session
- Artist-led feedback on your work
The brush and font library has been built specifically for professional creative work across illustration, tattoo design, lettering, graphic design and digital content. You will have full access to it during the session to explore, experiment and apply to your own projects.
What You Will Learn
- Procreate interface, gestures and professional shortcuts
- Layer management and blending modes for clean, scalable work
- Brush customisation and mark-making for different disciplines
- Composition, layout and visual hierarchy
- Colour theory and palette building
- Workflow methods for tattoo draft work, illustration and graphic design
- Exporting and preparing files for print, digital and client delivery
- Portfolio-ready presentation of your work
Whether your focus is tattoo design, editorial illustration, digital content creation or visual development, the skills taught in this session translate directly into professional practice.
Why Five People Maximum
We keep this workshop to a maximum of five participants for a reason. Creative learning does not happen in a lecture hall. It happens when a tutor can sit with you, look at your screen, understand your intention and give you feedback that is specific to your work and your goals.
At Paintbox, we have always believed that the best creative education is personal. Small groups mean more time on your work, more honest feedback and a better result by the end of the session.
Community-Led Creative Support
Paintbox is an artist-run space rooted in South East London's creative community. This workshop is part of a wider commitment to making professional creative skills accessible to people at every stage of their practice, from those just starting out to working artists looking to expand their toolkit.
After the session, participants are welcome to stay connected with the Paintbox community, share work, ask questions and continue developing their practice with the support of a network of artists, designers and makers based in and around New Cross.
We run workshops across a range of disciplines. If you are interested in other sessions or want to discuss a bespoke group booking, get in touch.
Ready to Book?
Spaces are limited to five per session. Secure your place below, or get in touch if you want to arrange a private group session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any experience with Procreate?
No prior experience is required. The session is structured to work for complete beginners while still offering depth for those who have used Procreate before. The tutor will adapt to the group.
What do I need to bring?
You will need your own iPad with Procreate installed, and an Apple Pencil or a compatible stylus. Procreate is available on the App Store for a one-off purchase. If you need advice on compatible styluses, contact us before the session.
Is this suitable for under-18s?
Yes. The workshop is open to participants aged 13 and above. Anyone under 16 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian, or have written consent to attend independently.
Can I book a private group session?
Yes. Private group bookings are available for schools, studios, creative teams and other organisations. Get in touch to discuss your requirements and we will put together a session tailored to your group.
Where exactly is Paintbox?
We are based on New Cross Road in South East London. Full address details will be confirmed at the time of booking.
What disciplines is this workshop relevant to?
The workshop is designed to be useful across a wide range of creative practices including tattoo design, graphic design, illustration, layout, visual development, digital content creation and portfolio building. The skills taught apply across all of these areas.
