Just finished the Draconus Series I have been working on for a while, and am quite pleased with the results!
Currently working with the images to ready them for various outlets. As of now, using InDesign and creating an eBook for stores.
Will update when I get that finished. As for now, another Sneak Peak of one of the images.
Also be putting the series to exhibit on a drop down Gallery here as well soon! Keep you posted!
Laters!
Art by Jason Hanson
Simple Walkthrough of how one can utilize the Procreate App for iPad, by Savage Interactive…to keep a Sketchbook, much like a traditional paper type of sketchbook, only Digital. Truly a Mobile Studio!
Just been quite busy as of late. Best thing for the Artist…especially if on your own works.
Have been painting and creating some Digital Art for a while now on the Procreate software for iPad, and just cannot say enough about it. It is absolutely the best and has not only increased my own production of work…but know from contributing to the Community at the Savage Interactive Procreate website, it has had the same effect on others. Is just truly a remarkable team of 4 guys that developed it, and has given so much to many Artists out there- budding or experienced.
Ok. Nuff of the blatant endorsing…which I get nothing from but just joy of expressing how much I love this App.
Been working on several things, but on the personal Art side….have begun a new Series. It is Abstract in nature….somewhat akin to the Figurative Abstract Watercolors that I have done for years, but utilizing the Digital realm…and going off into a bit more of the Fantasy Genre. Which is not too unusual for me obviously…but this started as whimsy and now has grown into a series of works now.
The Series is titled ‘Draconus’, and it is all about Dragons. Dragons of the Ancient Realm, re-imagined and named per individual piece created and rendered. Have already worked up to 7…and continuing onward. Has pretty much become a nice style with a unique look to it, which goes into the similarity of the Figurative Abstract Watercolors series of works I have and continue to do, and I can see doing these for quite some time as well. Look forward to seeing it evolve.
Will have some more works posted soon, in the Digital Art section and will put it under it’s own nested page. But here is a glimpse of a couple….
Art by Jason Hanson
Art by Jason Hanson
Looking forward to finishing the Draconus Series in this initial stage, as I am looking to get 12 minimum so as to put them into a Calendar as well as prints of various sorts. Also working on some eBooks of work, and sure it can become one of it’s own if not merely a featured part of another.
Will keep posting updates….just thought I’d check in and give a word!
Laters!
Procreate – Art Creation App for iPad Every Artist MUST Have
Procreate is THE Digital Art Creating App on the iPad that every Artist has been hoping for…and it is just the beginning!
I am a traditionally trained and learned Studio Artist. I started with crayons, evolved to pencils and excelled at Art when I was very young, and went forth later in life to get what I thought was the education and experience necessary to become better. I had to lug around my tools, media, sketchbooks, canvases, portfolios….and even transport in progress marble sculptures I was working on for a class (mind you they were only about the size of a basketball….but then, well I think you can get the picture that lugging a marble basketball is not fun). When Digital/Graphic Design hit the scene, I remember seeing it passing by a classroom thinking…’Hmmm, cool…but what kind of art can you really make with that?” Of course to my chagrin, more than my and many minds thought at the time. But, quickly learned and utilized it later, as it became a great portfolio tool as much as any Photoshop type uses.
Loved when Laptop came out. Loved then Photoshop caught up to it, and loved when the Wacom tablet came out. The ‘Mobile Studio’, at least digitally, was a reality.
But what was missing? Well…. something that was an all-in-one, not something akin to the marble basketball when lugging them all around. Then remarkable, the life changing iPad tablet. It was beautiful, sweet and sexy…it had everything! Music, Photos, Movies, Apps doing all sorts of things. As most did, my Artist’s eyes sought out the Apps directed for us… for the creation of Art. What we found was…. well, dismal is just a polite way to describe it. Sure there were some that were decent…but after using traditional media, and the advent of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and the like…. it was hard to use those as the ‘go-to’ tool. You stuck with lugging the marble basketball.
Then came something wonderful. Developers around the Globe tried and tried, from this way and that…even Adobe… and yet 4 guys in Australia were able to do what no other has yet to do. And this Fab 4 was not a band of teams of people…. it was just them. 4 of them. Developing what is to be the standard, or bar setter in iPad Art Creation Apps. Note…I said iPaid, sorry Droid users or Surface people, no version for you as of now. This software App…this budding masterpiece, came with a few bumps and grinds of course when it was released, but has now reached what is to be the pinnacle of Art Apps. I have not stopped using it since earl release, even through the bugs… and with their new 1.7 update, it is game over for so many other Apps that took up my time. They are akin to fodder now.
How is this possible, why is this Procreate App so great? Well I could list so many features from personal use, and from others but will just surmise some of the main focus areas.
Silica 2 Engine
Procreate owes it’s incredible performance to a proprietary Silica Engine, which can render strokes in 64 bit precision….and most importantly, has high speed and accuracy. Strokes, smudges, blends, and erasures or opaque fades are all in real time. Any delays are only brought forth by the settings a user puts onto the brush within the brushes own Edit and Settings options….which there are many others. THis also allows the creation of unique brushes just like one finds in Photoshop….and all rendering equally fast, if not faster.
Combine all this with the iPad, with Retina Display capabilities…and nothing comes close to this the level of this rendering on a tablet, with an arguable question as to whether it can even outdo what many desktop softwares can do. Most desktop software cannot compete, much less the ease and sleekness of the UI (User Interface).
Having used most all Drawing and Painting Apps available on the iPad…. BEFORE using Procreate, I can tell you…..I have seen what those can do, and some have some features and abilities that are what one would expect but one finds so much lacking as one uses them. AFTER using Procreate, what can I say… it is like watching a bad SyFy Fantasy movie and switching to The Lord of the Rings style CGI quality. Just look at the renders and artwork here, created by Procreate users and Artists.
Procreate iPad Art by Nikolai Lockersten
Art by Nikolai Lockersten
Source: http://procreate.si/images/4k/Procreate-Cyborg.jpg
Artwork by Nikolai Lockertsen
Procreate iPad Art by Nikolai Lockersten
Source: http://procreate.si/images/4k/Procreate-Eye-Candy.jpg
The UI (User Interface) is sleek and sexy, unlike many others out there. Fast, intuitive and easy to use..in fact one will find producing work at an amazing pace if desired or able to take the time one would with say an oil painting, whatever pace you desire…but with the ease of being able to coordinate all of the different brushes and settings AND maintaining that actual drawing time is above par.
Another beauty feature are the brushes. Of course this is creatively done on many apps…but compared with Procreate, these are simply Gimmicky and Childlike. Able to edit setting into multiple creations is just an outstanding feature…but may not even need to, as Procreate comes with an amazing default variety of brushes, and can easily purchase more from the integrated store that is so easy to use you are ready to use them before having a thought as to make sure they are even downloaded. And being able to create brushes just opens the doors for any artist, budding or professional.
Sharing brushes. Yep, just like has been so successful and loved with Photoshop and the sharing of creations, Procreate brings the sharing aspect …to an App! It is so easy to share and get other creations via the website made by other users, it becomes hard to decide what to use…not how do I get them.
Stylus connectivity is a no brainer to include… and Procreate is one that sets itself up to be one of the top integrations. In fact, probably sets the bar to make them better. Pogo COnnect is one that now offers pressure sensitivy and can be used simply by using the Bluetooth connectivity of the iPad itself. Wacom’s Bamboo shines and makes you wish for the standard desktop Wacom Tablet interfacing when using it. Of course the drawbacks are the iPad itself with Styluses. It is made simply for using your fingers…no Stylus needed. And Procreate works exceptionally with no Stylus at all. In fact I had my own Pogo Sketch Stylus, a cheapy with foam tip… and never used it, until I got Procreate. Now my poor Pogo felt tip is like a flat tire, which will happen with foam tipped styluses…but rendering in Procreate and the resolutions, brush strokes and everything, simply make on unable to to keep from just entering the Mind’s Eye and rendering as fast as you can. The Felt tip Sketch just can’t keep up!
4K Canvas… ExtenZe for the iPad
4K. Plain and simple it is the industry standard in resolution for ultra-high definition. Maybe you have seen them before… which most likely you have, but haven’t known of it. Think of those long, landscape type of scenes in the movies…specifically those in films like Star Wars and other Fantasy films. Before CGI and everything was done digitally, they were big or wide Matte Paintings which the film was superimposed upon to create the effect. The 4K canvas is like watching the widescreen version of a movie, instead of ‘fitted for television’. Basically it is over 20 times bigger than the standard remarkable canvases inherent with Procreate.
“The retina screen resolution of 2048 x 1536 was a big step forward for detail and clarity, but professionals demand even higher fidelity for creative application. Procreate has the solution, capable of sizes up to 4096 x 4096px+-translating to images over 16 mega pixels in size!” – quote by Procreate developers
The ability to create large, hi-res images capable of and actually being used be many artists in their industry to create works for whatever high end caliber project they are working on….and on the go. With the ability to Export lossless files to boot. Procreate is made with the professional creative always in mind. It is easy to export your artwork as a layered Adobe® Photoshop® PSD file, or backup your precious work as native, lossless Procreate files… which is a blessing, as you WILL be creating a lot more Artwork and Files than your iPad can store alongside all of the other Apps, Music, etc. But believe me as an Artist myself, with just an iPad 3rd Gen with only 16Gigs and Wifi… you may find you readily delete other Apps without a second thought just to be able to carry around and work on what will be your new ‘Mobile Studio’!
Here is an example of one of my 4K renders:
The Synopsis?
Procreate Digital Art by Jason Hanson
How does it look and perform? Well, I will simply leave you with this… Procreate has kept me up into the wee hours of the morning, creating Artwork after Artwork. In fact some wee hours of the morning have turned into burning daylight…and not morning light mind you. It works. Beautifully. Is stylish, sexy from top to bottom and inside and out. A must for every Artist…budding or pro.
Any drawbacks? Well… the only one I get is, it is only an App, not software for the Desktop…because these 4 Guys could give Adobe more than a run for their money, surpassing them with overall performance of actual digital art creation and only lacking the photochopping capability of a Photoshop. But as so many users have learned by using and experimenting, and sharing… you can do a whole lot more than you’d think. After all you can import photos, export as Procreate file, PSD file (ahem! did I forget to mention that?), JPEG and PNG’s. Not to mention importing and exporting work, easily continuing or polishing a work in another App such as PhotoForge2 or most any other.
And if one has doubts, well….there’s another of my own 4K Artwork rendered posted below.
Procreate Digital Art by Jason hanson
Sharing Brushes in Procreate, Video Tutorial
Many know how to Share Procreate Brushes already, but many also may not…. no problem!
Just a guide that should work so one can Share/Export any Brushes they make onto the Custom Brushes Section……provided everything is up to snuff with your own personal device, device version, Procreate Version and website,,,,and of course any ISP issues. 
THIS IS USING DROPBOX – - Dropbox Free on App Store, must create free Dropbox Account
for comp version: https://www.dropbox.com/install
Make sure you have the latest, greatest version of Procreate…currently 1.7
I’ll save time by simply saying ‘a picture paints a thousand words’…. and the process to Sharing Brushes with Procreate and Dropbox are contained in the video below.
Hello all!
This post is mainly going to be geared for those that are already familiar with one of the best Drawing/Painting Apps available. Procreate for iPad. Yep, for those unfamiliar….I did say something other than Photoshop or Paper, among others. For the less informed, Procreate is a software App created by Savage Interactive…a little developer company from Down Under, Australia (well, in a round about way). Made up of 4 Guys….yes, only 4 guys have developed this software capable of surpassing even your grandest Drawing App to date….the App is quickly becoming THE Mobile Studio for Artists…and with integration of Dropbox, iTunes, and ease of import and export to other applications (including PSD files) it is no wonder.
If you haven’t checked it out or purchased it. Is definitely worth every Penny.
Sorry Droid users, no plans for a version…also, no desktop version (yet, fingers crossed) but iPad exclusive that works well with many Styluses as well.
As for the ones that do have Procreate or are new, or even the just interested….this will cover a little of how to Download Custom Created Brushes into your Procreate App. (yep, can create and share your own brushes even folks!)
Below is the written explanation, but have made a short video at the bottom…which covers the process as well as a bit extra.
Many know how to Download/Import Procreate Brushes already, but many also may not…. no problem!
Just a guide that should work so one can DL any Brushes on the Custom Brushes Section……provided everything is up to snuff with your own personal device, device version, Procreate Version and website,,,,and of course any ISP issues.
Make sure you have the latest, greatest version of Procreate…currently 1.7
TIP: Should be using a web browser on your actual device for easiest DL into Procreate, but can also DL if not on your device with steps outlined below.
Find Brushes in the Custom Brushes Forums, and the thread that has brushes that you want….. most have a picture of what the Brush looks like when used, along with a Procreate Brush File link that ends in ‘.brush’ which looks like this:
Shaded Ribbon 2012-12-18 (05.03.25-290 PM).brush (45.95 kB)
-Click the link, and a new window will appear in your browser.
-Choose ‘Open in Procreate’ …this will exit the browser and open Procreate automatically.
When Procreate opens…a small pop up in center of canvas will read ‘Brushes Imported’ (this happens quickly so may not see it)
-New Brushes will already be there, found by selecting ‘Brush Tool’…swiping the Brush Tab section at top…and in the Tab ‘Imported’ (near the ‘New Set’ tab at far right end).
And you are ready to go!
Can move into your own folder or pre-existing ones, duplicate, rename, edit, etc
When not using your iPad…. or on another computer….
NOTE: Need to have Dropbox App (Free DL in App store or here for computerhttps://www.dropbox.com/install)…and set up a Free Dropbox Account.
In browser, click Brush Link as above….instead of choosing ‘Open in Procreate’…
click ‘Open In’
-A pop up will give options for ‘Open in Procreate’ or ‘Open in Dropbox’….select ‘Open in Dropbox’
Nothing will seem to happen…. don’t worry!
-Open your Dropbox App (if on tablet) or Folder on your computer….the Brush file should be listed there.
-If on tablet, there is an arrow pointing into a half square on far top right corner… click this.
A pop up will show ‘Open in Procreate’ ….and same prcess outlined eariler will happen, brushes ready to go!
-If on computer, no worries…it will be there when you finally are on tablet to do the same and Import into Procreate.
Hope this helps!
I am sure that many already know or have heard of Felicia Day (from The Guild and Dragon Age fame)…and might already know this, but just in case I wanted to feature on of my new Favs on YouTube- Geek and Sundry. It is a new…or fairly new rather… Independent Network Broadcasting Channel on YouTube, by Felicia Day and Company, produced by Executive Producers Felicia Day, Kim Evey, Sheri Bryant.
Geek and Sundry is filled with original shows and series that will entertain even the non-Geeks out there…if not give a heads up to standard Networks of Cable and TV that there are much better things to watch than their fodder, which actually is in tune with viewers or fans alike. See below for more details.
Premium YouTube channel Geek & Sundry features the best of indie geek culture and the internet’s foremost geek voices. Founded by the producers of the hit web series The Guild, Geek & Sundry offers a diverse lineup of shows that create a hub for fans of comedy, gaming, comics, music, and literature around the world. Through compelling content and its powerful social media presence, the channel cultivates a thriving community amongst its viewers, allowing them to immerse themselves in nerd culture and connect with each other both online and off. Spearheaded by prominent geek figureheads, Geek & Sundry features original content by Felicia Day (The Guild, Dr. Horrible, Eureka), Wil Wheaton (Star Trek, The Big Bang Theory), Veronica Belmont & Tom Merritt (Sword & Laser), Paul & Storm (w00tstock), and Dark Horse Comics.
American comedy web series created and written by Felicia Day, who also stars as Cyd Sherman (aka Codex). It premiered on YouTube on July 27, 2007. The webisodes were later made available on the official Guild website, YouTube, and iTunes. The show revolves around the lives of a gamers’ online Guild- The Knights of Good, who play countless hours of a fantasy MMORPG game that is referred to only as “The Game”. The story focuses on Codex, the guild’s Priestess (Healer), who attempts to lead a normal life after one of her guild-mates, Warlock- Zaboo (Sandeep Parikh), shows up on her doorstep.
Hosted by Geek Goddess Felicia Day, The FLOG is a spirited, eccentric and quirky adventure through life. Join Felicia each week as she explores new hobbies and experiences, curates links from across the web, and connects with her favorite people: her fans!
Wil Wheaton hosts this fun, lively show where “Celebrity Poker” meets table top board games! In each episode, Wil plays a different game with celebrity guests from film, TV, and YouTube. Filled with witty banter and cheeky camaraderie, Tabletop introduces viewers to the best of tabletop gaming.
The popular podcast Sword & Laser can now been seen as well as heard on the YouTube screen! Hosts Veronica Belmont and Tom Merrit bring you the latest in tech, geek and entertainment news and engage in often irreverent, always dynamic discourse in this community-driven science fiction and fantasy-themed book club.
The nation’s largest independent comic-book publisher brings a selection of their most popular titles to the video screen with Dark Horse Motion Comics. Using never before- seen motion graphics techniques, watch some of the comic world’s most iconic characters spring to life.
Stories told by 5-9 year olds are put in the hands of some of today’s coolest online directors including Rhett & Link, Dane Boedigheimer, Daniel Strange and more! All ages will love this visually stunning, often hilarious anthology series that brings the madness and magic of a child’s imagination Nerd music duo Paul and Storm bring their harmonies and smartly offbeat humor to this new comedy musical. The learning curve is steep when the two are tasked with reviving the flagging educational show of their childhoods in the face of villainous hipsters, ghosts who give bad advice and flammable puppets to life.
Nerd music duo Paul and Storm bring their harmonies and smartly offbeat humor to this new comedy musical. The learning curve is steep when the two are tasked with reviving the flagging educational show of their childhoods in the face of villainous hipsters, ghosts who give bad advice and flammable puppets.
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