Until You Make It, Why Not Fake It: Texture and Print
Learn how to create retro-style artwork with this in-depth series. In part three of this series, we’ll explore texture including the impact of ink, paper, aging, and the environment artwork lives in.
Until You Make It, Why Not Fake It: Color and Print
Learn how to simulate retro artwork in this three-part series dedicated to the history of printing methods and how to recreate them digitally. In part two of the series, we’ll explore the history of color in printing including lithography, four-color printing, and more.
Until You Make It, Why Not Fake It: Linework and Print
Learn the secrets of simulating vintage artwork in this three-part series. These articles are a must-read for digital artists, illustrators, comic book creators, and print designers looking to bring retro touches to their work.
How to Make a Screen Print from Your Procreate Art
There's nothing more fulfilling than printing your work. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to create a screen print of your Procreate work using ColorLab for Procreate.
How to Make a Coney Island Steeplechase Poster
Learn how to create a Coney Island Steeplechase poster with authentic halftones in Photoshop.
7 Tips for Getting Authentic Results with ColorLab for Procreate
ColorLab for Procreate makes it easy to create vintage comic color halftone effects. We talked to some of our favorite illustrators to discover their 7 best tips and tricks for creating amazing work with ColorLab.
How to Make a Racing Roadster in Photoshop
In this tutorial, learn how to make a retro inspired racing roadster in Adobe Photoshop including how to illustrate a retro race car and add archival textures.
Creating a Retro Wine Poster with Black Magic Halftones
Inspiration comes in many forms and from many places. Sometimes it seems to come through osmosis for me. What I mean is that I am often inspired by retro themed design without really trying to be. I’ve seen so much of it over the years, that it’s just kind of “rubbed off”.
How to Illustrate a Modern Plant Composition with a Nostalgic Flare in Procreate
In this tutorial, we’re going to learn how to create a modern nature composition in Procreate that has a vintage vibe.
How to Use the Perspective Grid Tool for Logo Design
Emir Ayouni (AKA Growcase and one-third of Forefathers) was one of my first design heroes. I remember this Inappropriate Factory logo he did (see above) just blew my mind.
So when we did the Responsive Branding Training with Emir Ayouni I was thrilled when he shared how he created factories, warehouses, and other building in Adobe Illustrator.
How to make a Mid-Century Matchbook Cover Mini Poster
Learn how to make a mid-century inspired matchbook cover design in Adobe Illustrator. Whether or not you think you'll ever create a matchbook design for a client project, it's a great exercise. Matchbooks are a perfect example of economical design that grabs attention.
How To Make A Retro Cereal Box Design
In this tutorial, we’re going to teach you how to make a retro cereal box design using the iPad Pro, Procreate, your Apple Pencil and some great brushes from The Mid-Century Brush Pack for Procreate.