# zuzana svobodova illustration > children's book illustrator ## Posts - [How to Draw a Cute Leprechaun | Easy Step-by-Step Tutorial](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-cute-leprechaun-easy-step-by-step-tutorial/): Hey, guys! In this easy step-by-step voice-over tutorial, I’ll show you how to draw a cute Leprechaun on your iPad using Procreate! Feel free also to use other drawing apps or tools. 🍀 Whether you’re a beginner or looking to improve your skills, this video will guide you through every stage of the process—from sketching to coloring and adding fun details! […] - [Drawing Guide: How to Draw a Cat - part II](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/drawing-guide-how-to-draw-a-cat-part-ii/): If you had fun sketching this mischievous tomcat, dive into more doodles with some extra practice sheets! 😺✏️ Enjoy the process, and be sure to share your thoughts in the comments – I’d love to see how it turns out! 💕 Want to take your cat drawing to the next level? Jump into my voice-over […] - [Drawing Guide: How to Draw a Cat](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/drawing-guide-how-to-draw-a-cat/): Hey everyone! 🐱 I’ve got something fun for you today! Let’s draw an easy cat with a step-by-step guide. You can download and print the drawing guide, and if you need a little support, there’s also a practice sheet to help improve your basic shapes. 🎨 Enjoy the process, and be sure to share your thoughts in […] - [Creating a Logo for a Children's Book Series](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/creating-a-logo-for-a-childrens-book-series/): My Process & Tips! 🎨📚 Hey everyone! 👋 If you’re working on a logo for a children’s book series (or thinking of designing one), I wanted to share some of my key tips that can help you create something truly special. These principles can also be applied to the book title! Incorporate Character Elements A great […] - [How to Draw Cats | Step by Step Tutorial](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-cats-step-by-step-tutorial/): Welcome to my voice-over tutorial! 🎨✨ Join me as we enhance your drawing skills with a fun and easy cat sketch study, all while enjoying some awesome background music! 🎶 This tutorial is great for beginners! You’ll learn how to draw cats in various positions, expressions, and tail styles. This Sketch Study will guide you through […] - [Work update](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/work-update/): What a journey! Harper, book 8 in the series, just arrived. Eight! I can’t believe we’ve already reached so many books, it’s so exciting! This series is full of amazing characters and incredible adventures. I’ve truly enjoyed illustrating every single one. Here are my favorite spreads from each book :) I will start working on another […] - [Panda Time-Lapse video](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/panda-time-lapse-video/): In a previous post, I introduced a one-of-a-kind Panda character I created for a children’s book. If you’re interested in the creative process, check out the full-length time-lapse. Enjoy! 10,071 brush strokes real-time 5 hours and 32 minutes This is a sneak peek from Art Fan Tier. If you’re interested in more, come join me […] - [Character design - A Unique Panda](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/character-design-a-unique-panda/): Creating this character was so much fun! I was asked to design a colorful panda—can you picture it? Well, here it is :))) This quirky fella is from a children’s book with the sweet idea of why pandas are just black and white. (Written by Leslie Stratton, available on Amazon) How do you like this […] - [Welcome to my Little Art Hub!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/welcome-to-my-little-art-hub/): I’m thrilled to have you here! I've been wanting to create something like this for a long time, and I'm so excited that it finally happened! Here we can draw together, search and discover inspiration, share our experiences and thoughts, and improve ourselves. I’m a children’s book illustrator, and I absolutely love it! I'm constantly immersed in the whimsical fantasy world filled with unique characters, amazing adventures and stories. Maybe you know my illustrations from social media, or you have books I illustrated. If not and you are curious about my work, check my Instagram ;) I’m incredibly grateful for everyone who chose to support me on Patreon, and also a huge thank you to random visitors. Maybe I will see you around, too :) I hope this space brings you inspiration, joy, and support on your artist's journey. You can join me for free and get a sneak peek to discover what you can expect here ...and of course, a few random surprises thrown in for fun! ;) As a thank you for stopping by, I've got a little surprise for you already – a coloring sheet! Enjoy, have fun, and relax :))) Let's get drawing! With love, Zuzana - [Designing a Logo for a Children's Book Series: Tips & Process 🎨📚](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/a-nice-post/) - [A little surprise for All Free Members and a recap](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/a-little-surprise-for-all-free-members-and-a-recap/): We have finished the first week of the Christmas Drawing Challenge, you can catch up on what you missed over the weekend :) My dear supporting Patreons I’m truly proud of all of you who joined my drawing challenge; you created amazing illustrations! Let me know which tutorial you enjoyed the most and which one […] - [Sketch a Busy Elves' Workshop / Christmas Challenge #5](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/sketch-a-busy-elves-workshop-christmas-challenge-5/): Today, we will focus on sketching skills. It is crucial to practice sketching because most illustrations begin with a sketch, even if it’s just very loose, basic shapes. It may seem easy, but sketching can be tricky. A few thoughts about sketching I love watching old Disney illustrators sketch. Their process looks so natural, relaxed, […] - [Draw an Arty Bear / Christmas Challenge #4](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-an-arty-bear-christmas-challenge-4/): In this tutorial, we will explore more of a painting vibe, very loose and arty, using a super artistic brush. This will be super quick practice, just 5 minutes! Techniques like this are also great for relieving finger stiffness and overly tight drawing. I prepared a PNG sketch as a little guideline for you, this […] - [Draw a Fluffy Rudolph the Reindeer / Christmas Challenge #3](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-fluffy-rudolph-the-reindeer-christmas-challenge-3/): This drawing will be super fluffy and full of loose and lazy brush strokes. We will draw very rough shapes and shades, and then we will play with blending. Simple, but a lot of skills We keep edges super fluffy, so you don’t have to focus on clean lines, which makes this tutorial perfect for […] - [Draw a Cheerful Snowman / Christmas Challenge #2](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-cheerful-snowman-christmas-challenge-2/): Welcome to day two of a Christmas drawing challenge! Today, we will explore a very easy way of drawing, a bit loose, intuitive, like with colored pencils. You will draw a happy snowman in under 30 minutes. I like this relaxed style of drawing, where you can follow your imagination and not any specific rules. […] - [Draw a cute Penguin / Christmas Challenge #1](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-cute-penguin-christmas-challenge-1/): Welcome, welcome, and make yourself comfortable here :) Our big Christmas Drawing Challenge is just beginning! We’ll start very lightly, with a super simple 15-minute tutorial. If you are in a lazy mood, pour yourself a cup of coffee or tea and watch and relax with the process video from this drawing on my YouTube […] - [Join my Cozy Christmas Drawing Challenge! 🎄 (Daily Tutorials)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/join-my-cozy-christmas-drawing-challenge-%f0%9f%8e%84-daily-tutorials/): Ho ho ho, my sweet gingerbread cookies! Tomorrow, on December 1st, I’m launching a huge, amazing Christmas drawing challenge! A new illustration every day, and there’s a prize at the end! Daily Drawing Through easy voice-over tutorials, we’ll make a Christmas illustration every day, 18 in total (I believe!!!). There will be daily videos, but […] - [How to Draw a Funny Llama in a Christmas Outfit](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-funny-llama-in-a-christmas-outfit/): Christmas (and my daily drawing challenge, more info soon) is just around the corner, so let’s draw something joyful and seasonal! I’ll guide you through the entire process of this silly llama in just 30 minutes, beginner-friendly, voice-over tutorial! Watch it on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/uThLA4N1QAs Grab a sketch! But first, get a PNG sketch below […] - [Create your own children's book with me, step by step!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/create-your-own-childrens-book-with-me-step-by-step/): Yes, you can do it! For yourself, your friend, a family member, or even a client (if you’re already at that stage!). I will guide you through the entire process, from manuscript to completed book, ready for publishing. Step-by-step. But let me start from the beginning… Hello! :) I have exciting news for all of […] - [The Book is Complete! See All Finished Spreads & The Cover](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/the-book-is-complete-see-all-finished-spreads-the-cover/): Hey guys, in this post, I will show you all sketches and all finished spreads in color, so you can see in the real what I was talking about in the earlier post “Useful Tips for Sketching and Text Layout/Picture Books“, where we touched on text layout and storytelling. Also, here is the final cover […] - [Draw a Snowflake using amazing Procreate tools!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-snowflake-using-amazing-procreate-tools/): I noticed the first snowflakes falling outside my window, so welcome to the Snowflake tutorial :) You can follow it on my YouTube Channel right here for free: https://youtu.be/qtRRcK0eSlo Special treat As a special treat for you, my sweet patrons, I’ve prepared a template that you can upload to your canvas and trace it to […] - [Easy Drawing Kitty Tutorial :)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/easy-drawing-kitty-tutorial/): Hello, my meow Patreons! This is a very simple voice-over tutorial, perfect for beginners and new artists! You can draw this cutie in under 30 minutes, and there are also some tips at the end for creating backgrounds or a sticker cut-out effect. See the text below for a little preparation, because video starts right […] - [How to Draw Ocean Foam Lines / mini tutorial with PNG template](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-ocean-foam-lines-mini-tutorial-with-png-template/): It was such a relaxing drawing; it felt like lying on your back in the ocean and letting yourself drift in the gentle rhythm of the waves. But honestly, this wasn’t originally intended to be a tutorial. Let me explain… I’m working on a cover for one project (and I’ll be posting a full process […] - [Big News! Simplified Tiers, Lower Prices & A New Discord Community!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/big-news-simplified-tiers-lower-prices-a-new-discord-community/): Hello, my lovely art family! Can you believe it’s been six months since we began this creative journey together? I’ve poured my heart into creating nearly 100 posts for you, and it’s incredible to see our community grow so quickly: almost 500 members! To celebrate this milestone, and to ensure my content remains sustainable and […] - [Let's draw a cute Jellyfish!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/lets-draw-a-cute-jellyfish/): A little guideline and a few tips & ideas for your drawing :) Jellyfish is a perfect character for drawing, because you can follow your own creativity, there are so many options for how you can draw the hat, head, face, tentacles, overall shape and perspective…. There is a lot of fun and a huge […] - [Process Video | Cute Jellyfish](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/process-video-cute-jellyfish/): Watch and relax! Here is a full-process video in real time, showing every brush stroke, each layer, all my secrets, and my true process for creating this side character for a children’s book. I hope you enjoy the video, that it inspires you, and that you get to pick up some tips and techniques for […] - [Overlooked Pages of the Story | part 3: The End...](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/overlooked-pages-of-the-story-part-3-the-end/): Forgotten Pages That Make a Big Difference We already talked about first 3 pages: The Very First Page, Copyright Page and The Title Page. And why you should focus on them. Yes, we also talked about Bio pages as the last page in the book. But you actually have more options than you might think… […] - [Clipping Mask & Alpha Lock](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/clipping-mask-alpha-lock/): Let’s talk about some amazing Procreate features (I believe other digital drawing apps offer those, too): Alpha Lock and Clipping Mask. I wish I knew that sooner! Basically, you don’t have to worry about drawing outside the lines when using them. These features help you keep your drawing in shape, but each works a little […] - [October Recap | Spooky Season :)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/october-recap-spooky-season/): My dearest mates! Our creative family grows super quickly! We hit 450 members :) If you haven’t picked any tier yet, maybe it’s a perfect time to explore all membership options and give it a try. Don’t stress too much, you can cancel or switch membership any time. And feel free to chat with me […] - [Spooky Bookmarks and Coloring Sheets](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/spooky-bookmarks-and-coloring-sheets/): My sweet pumpkins. . . Thank you, all my Patreons with membership, I am truly grateful for your amazing support, which helps me create this fun cozy art corner, where we can grow and draw together. Without your support, it won’t be possible. So, because Halloween is around the corner, I prepared something special for […] - [Draw a Spooky Cat with Me!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-spooky-cat-with-me/): Last Spooky Tutorial, already the third in a row! And my favorite one :) Go at your own pace This one might be a little bit harder than those tutorials before, but I believe you can do this, even as a newbie artist! However I mentioned it in a pumpkin tutorial, but it’s super important, […] - [Happy Lazy Doodle Weekend!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/happy-lazy-doodle-weekend/): Hey there! As you probably noticed (I hope so!) I post here a lot of tutorials and tips/tricks/advice/experience, and so on. But sometimes it can be so joyful and calming just to watch some doodles. Well, this is exactly like that. Pour a cup of coffee, watch and relax ;) Explore another way of drawing, […] - [Draw a Scary-Cute Pumpkin with Me / part II](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-scary-cute-pumpkin-with-me-part-ii/): Welcome in the second part of our spooky pumpkin tutorial. How did you enjoy the first part? Let me know in the comments. And if you missed it, you can catch up on it here! Here we will draw a flame cute little fella in the lantern and a simple background. Below, I will show […] - [Draw a Scary-Cute Pumpkin with Me!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-scary-cute-pumpkin-with-me/): Hey there! Our Halloween Spooky Drawing continues with this beginner-friendly tutorial that you can finish in under 30 minutes. I encourage you to read the text in my posts below the tutorials! I can’t jam all the info into one video 😏 so you can also find some useful thoughts below! If you learn something […] - [Essential Drawing Tips: Ways of Coloring, Shading, Highlights and much more](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/essential-drawing-tips-ways-of-coloring-shading-highlights-and-much-more/): While my tutorials are packed with tips and tricks, it can be hard to remember everything while you’re drawing, especially for newbie artists. But don’t worry, with each tutorial (or any drawing), you will get better and everything will start to make sense and become natural to you. HOWEVER. . . having a few basic […] - [Spooky October Prompt 🖤](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/spooky-october-prompt-%f0%9f%96%a4/): Hey my lovely Patrons!We have a brand new prompt here! And, of course, for October it will be Halloween. Feel free to draw any art you want, take any inspiration you like. Maybe also my Halloween drawing can be a little sparkle of inspiration for you :) There will be voice-over beginner-friendly tutorials for all […] - [Spooky Sketches & Stamps](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/spooky-sketches-stamps/): This is so amazing and scary package! For all three tutorials in my spooky mini series, but you can use them in any way you like :) And you can absolutely use them for the Spooky October Prompt! Stamps for Procreate three sketch stamps for your drawing. You can track over and draw your own […] - [Spooky Drawing Time Coming :)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/spooky-drawing-time-coming/): Happy October :) I created fun and cute spooky mini-series with beginner-friendly tutorials. In this first part we will draw a cute ghost under 30 minutes! You will learn a lot of skills We will go together through each step, from sketch to final details and a simple background. Even though this is for beginners, […] - [How I Became a Children’s Book Illustrator](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-i-became-a-childrens-book-illustrator-and-how-you-can-too/): ☕ Pour yourself a cozy cup of coffee or tea and join me for a moment, I’d love to share my story with you, my journey into the world of children’s book illustration. Before you imagine some fancy art school story, let me stop you right there. 😄 When I started, I had no professional […] - [Overlooked Pages of the Book | part 2: Beginning...](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/overlooked-pages-of-the-book-part-2-beginning/): Forgotten Pages That Make a Big Difference We already talked about Bio pages and why they’re so important. But there are even more forgotten pages in a book that deserve attention — and trust me, paying attention to these can make a huge difference between good design and great design. 💛 And there are actually […] - [Counting Pages Like a Pro (The Secret Behind Book Structure)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/counting-pages-like-a-pro-the-secret-behind-book-structure/): This post was meant to continue our talk about the overlooked pages of a book (the first part was all about the bio pages) — but then I realized I should probably give you a clue about where those pages actually sit in the book’s structure. So here we are! 😄 I originally started preparing […] - [September Recap / So Much Happened!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/september-recap-so-much-happened/): Hey, my lovely fellas! 🌿 Just popping in with a quick update from September, because this month was absolutely huge! Our creative family is growing so quickly! We just celebrated 300 members a few days ago, and now we’ve hit almost 350! 🎉 I’m so proud and touched by all the incredible drawings you’ve been […] - [In Gratitude for Dr. Jane Goodall 🌿](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/in-gratitude-for-dr-jane-goodall-%f0%9f%8c%bf/): About five years ago, when I was still a relative newbie in illustration, I had one of the most meaningful experiences of my creative journey. . . This week, the world lost one of its brightest lights: the wonderful Dr. Jane Goodall. 🌿She was not only a groundbreaking primatologist and conservationist, but also a lifelong […] - [Pssst… I’ve got a cute gift for you! 💛☕](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/pssst-ive-got-a-cute-gift-for-you-%f0%9f%92%9b%e2%98%95/): This gift is a special thank-you just for my wonderful supporting Patrons 💕 I appreciate you so much, and I wanted to make something cute to brighten your day! Since it’s International Coffee ☕ Day—and because I absolutely love coffee (my last thought before falling asleep is usually about my morning espresso)—I’ve created this smiling […] - [Drawing Fish Has Never Been So Easy! 🐡](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/drawing-fish-has-never-been-so-easy-%f0%9f%90%a1/): Fish madness continues! This is the last fish in the row — a fun, purple fella!I lowered the music this time, so it’s just a tiny background sound. Trying to play with the balance. What do you think? Do you prefer louder music, or is this good? Let me know! In this voice-over tutorial, I’ll […] - [Unique Fish Stamp Brush Set 🐟 | Sketches + Full Stamps](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/unique-fish-stamp-brush-set-%f0%9f%90%9f-sketches-full-stamps/): I’m super excited to share these Fish Stamp Brushes for Procreate with you! 💛 You’ll get 2 groups of ready-made fish brushes:🐟 6 sketch stamps🐡 6 full fish stamps ✨ Use them in any color and any size or direction you like! 💡 Three of the sketches are designed to perfectly match my Procreate fish […] - [🎉 300 Celebration: Limited-Time Unlock for All Patreons!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%8e%89-300-celebration-limited-time-unlock-for-all-patrons/): We just hit the 300 milestone on Patreon — thank you so much! Let’s celebrate :) I’ve unlocked (until the end of September) this pro cat drawing from a higher tier as a special thank-you for being here. 🐾 So jump in, get a taste of advanced tutorials, and maybe even level up your own […] - [The Great Shrimp Debate 🦐 & Speed Drawing](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/the-great-shrimp-debate-%f0%9f%a6%90-speed-drawing/): I always giggle when I see shrimps in kids’ books looking like they just jumped out of a frying pan — all pink-orange like the “cooked kind.” But the truth is: shrimps come in all sorts of outfits — grey, stripy, spotty, even see-through!Okay, maybe grey isn’t the most glamorous color for a picture book… […] - [Process Video | Character Design | Shrimp](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/process-video-character-design-shrimp/): ✨ Watch the full process, start to finish! Every brush stroke, every erase, every layer—and yes, all of my big little challenge moments along the way. 😄 Lots of struggles here! This time I wrestled with textures, a stubborn smile, and oh… that second eye (oooh boy, not my best day). Things really went off […] - [Everyone Can Learn to Draw (not just) Cats 🐱](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/everyone-can-learn-to-draw-not-just-cats-%f0%9f%90%b1/): These are my cat drawings — one from 2018 and one from 2025. Back in 2018, I illustrated my very first book. No art school. No special classes or mentors. No professional experience. No contacts in the art field. And today? I’ve illustrated more than 70 children’s books. I’ll save the story of how it […] - [Sketch from Scratch](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/sketch-from-scratch/): Hey everyone! Welcome to my sketching tutorial. This is a great way to practice and improve your drawing skills. Beginners: build confidence and get comfortable sketching. Experienced artists: use this for sketching routine and creative warm-up. ✏️ Two Rounds of Sketching We’ll make two rounds of sketches: Very loose – just to warm up the […] - [Draw a Cat like a Pro | Tutorial](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-cat-like-a-pro-tutorial/): Hey everyone! This tutorial can be a little more challenging, so it’s perfect for advanced artists — but beginners, don’t be shy! I really encourage you to give it a try. If it feels too tough, you can always jump to the beginner version of this drawing, practice a bit and try it again with […] - [How to Draw a Cat: Voice-Over Tutorial for Beginners + Cat Brush Stamps | Part 1 in a cat drawing series](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-cat-voice-over-tutorial-for-beginners-cat-brush-stamps-part-1-in-a-cat-drawing-series/): Today we’re going to draw this cute cat together! I’ll take you step by step through the entire process. This 30-minute tutorial is perfect for beginners, and you’ll be able to use these techniques on any future drawing. What you’ll learn 🐾 An easy way to do flat coloring How to add shading, highlights, and […] - [Cat Stamp Brush Set | Make Drawing Cats Easy part 1.](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/cat-stamp-brush-set-make-drawing-cats-easy-part-1/): These stamps are so exciting! You can use two ready-made cats—or even better, create your own by mixing and matching the body, tail, face, and ears. Play around with sizes, shapes, and positions and—meow meow—have fun! 🐾 As a little gift, I’ve also included three nature brushes (flowers and grass). You can use all of […] - [Character Design Octopus 🐙 Speed Drawing](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/character-design-octopus-%f0%9f%90%99/): When drawing a character based on a real animal, it’s important to stick to the basics—but don’t hold back your creativity! Want to see the full process video – every brush stroke, every layer, and all those challenge moments? It’s waiting for you on my Patreon in the Art Adventures tier (and above). 💜 💬 […] - [Process Video | Character Design | Octopus](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/process-video-character-design/): Watch every brush stroke, every erase, all the layers, and every moment in the process of creating a character—including my big little challenge moments! 😄 Watch every brush stroke, every erase, all the layers, and every moment in the process of creating a character—including my big little challenge moments! 😄 When drawing a character based […] - [Creating a Cover for a Children’s Book Collection](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/creating-a-cover-for-a-childrens-book-collection/): Working on a children’s book series can be tricky, especially when it comes to cover design. The biggest challenge? Designing a cover that works for the entire collection. Check out this speed drawing video to see how I created a cover for the collection — and let me know what you think! 🙂 If you […] - [How to Design Covers for a Series](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-design-covers-for-a-series/): When you create a book series, the covers need to feel connected at first glance. Here are a few thoughts on how to achieve that while giving each book its own touch of originality. Consistency is key—especially with fonts and overall composition. That said, you don’t need to be rigid about every single element. Let […] - [July & August Recap – What Happened These Months? 🎨](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/july-august-recap-what-happened-these-months-%f0%9f%8e%a8/): Hey everyone!Just popping in with a quick monthly update in case you missed anything from July or August. A lot has happened, so if you skipped over something, now’s a great time to dive back in and catch up! Many of these you can explore with a free membership, while some are special treats for […] - [Exciting News: I’m a Speaker at Twotap Digital Art Summit 2025!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/exciting-news-im-a-speaker-at-twotap-digital-art-summit-2025/): I’m thrilled to share that Twotap invited me to be one of the speakers at the Twotap Digital Art Summit 2025! This incredible 5-day live event runs from September 15–19 and is packed with hours of tutorials from professional artists—and the best part? It’s completely FREE!There are already 30,000+ people registered—wow! 🚀 I’m honored—and a […] - [Frankenweenie in 20 Minutes | Beginner-Friendly Procreate Tutorial](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/frankenweenie-in-20-minutes-beginner-friendly-procreate-tutorial/): Hey, my lovely Patreons! 🖤 Tomorrow is Tim Burton’s birthday, and we’re celebrating with a Frankenweenie drawing! Who’s a fan? Let me know in the comments which character or movie is your favorite. This isn’t my typical work, but I’m so excited about this tutorial. I’ll guide you step by step as we draw Frankenweenie, […] - [Character Design from Imagination ✨](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/character-design-from-imagination-%e2%9c%a8/): Character design is so much fun! Sometimes it takes hours… even days. But other times, everything just clicks and the character comes to life right away. Want to see the full process video – every brush stroke, every layer, and all those little behind-the-scenes secrets? 👀It’s waiting for you on my Patreon in the Art […] - [Process Video – Character Design 🎨✨](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/process-video-character-design-%f0%9f%8e%a8%e2%9c%a8/): Watch every brush stroke, erase stroke, all the layers, and everything happening around the process of character design. Character design is so much fun! Sometimes it’s a real struggle and can take hours… even days. But sometimes, everything just clicks and you nail it right away. This video was exactly that case – maybe because […] - [Pattern Brush Set + Guide Pack / Summary](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/pattern-brush-set-guide-pack-summary/): Hey guys!In the past few weeks, I’ve created a bunch of resources for clothes drawing – custom pattern brushes, tutorials, essential tips and much more. 🌟 Now I’ve wrapped it all up into one complete, beautiful bundle – so your character outfit drawing will be easier, more fun, and feel super natural! 👗✏️ It is […] - [Pattern Brush Set + Guide Pack: How to Draw Clothes in Procreate](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/pattern-brush-set-guide-pack-how-to-draw-clothes-in-procreate/): This bundle is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to draw clothes for characters – especially in children’s book illustrations. This fashion bundle is perfect for anyone who wants to learn how to draw clothes for characters – especially in children’s books and illustrations. But the principles can easily be applied to any […] - [Bundle for Yellow Fish Tutorial / brush + PNG outline + Practice Sheets](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/bundle-for-yellow-fish-tutorial-brush-png-outline-practice-sheets/): Grab the entire bundle for the yellow fish tutorial, spotty brush, PNG outline, practice sheets, and have fun! Hey, lovely people, here you can grab an amazing brush I’m using in this tutorial. If you tried tutorial for a pink lady, you probably already have this spotty brush. Install the brush: After downloading, just share […] - [How to Draw a Cute Fish 🐟🐠 in 30 minutes](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-cute-fish-%f0%9f%90%9f%f0%9f%90%a0-in-30-minutes/): 🐠 Fish madness continues! This is the second fish in the row we’re going to draw — a cute, yellow fella! I’ll guide you through the entire process, from sketching and coloring to shading, highlights, and those adorable little details! ✨ 🎨 Feel free to use any colors you like — or if you want […] - [3 Fun Ways to Draw Bubbles — Playful Art Tutorial!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/3-fun-ways-to-draw-bubbles-playful-art-tutorial/): Hey lovely patrons! 💖As promised, here’s the bubble drawing tutorial I’ve been working on! 🫧In this video, I’ll show you three different ways to draw bubbles — each with its own playful style and just in 3 minutes. Once you’ve tried them all, you can combine the techniques to create your own fun bubble variations! […] - [📚 What’s hiding beyond “The End”?](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%93%9a-whats-hiding-beyond-the-end/): I’ve just shared new essential content in the “Let’s Make Children’s Books” tier. I’m exploring one of the most overlooked parts of a children’s book: the Bio page! It’s not just filler—it’s the final brushstroke that completes the whole picture. From subtle illustrations to playful author portraits, this little page helps tie the book together […] - [Overlooked Pages of the Book | part 1: Bio page](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/overlooked-pages-of-the-story-bio-page/): Forgotten Pages That Make a Big Difference The bio page is often overlooked—but it plays a key role in the book’s visual flow. Let’s explore why this forgotten page matters. Exploring the hidden magic beyond “The End” Today, I want to talk about something often overlooked: the pages outside the main story. Because let’s be […] - [Special Bonus: Game-Changer Trick! (Fake Texture)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/special-bonus-game-changer-trick-fake-texture/): Do you know my special quick trick for a fake texture canvas? Here you can find how to keep that texture just inside the shape of your art. Hey guys! Here’s a special trick that might be a total game-changer for you. If you haven’t yet, check out the post on how to easily fake […] - [Quick Texture Trick — No Extra Tools Needed!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/quick-texture-trick-no-extra-tools-needed/): Hey guys, I’m here today to share one special trick with you! Different kinds of textures can give a unique and amazing vibe to your art. There are lots of tools out there for that, but here’s a little trick if you want to do it quickly, or don’t feel like searching for or buying […] - [Draw a Cute Kitty – Just 5 Minutes + free brush and PNG outline](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-cute-kitty-just-5-minutes-free-brush-and-png-outline/): Hey everyone! 🐱 I’ve just uploaded a super quick and easy Procreate tutorial: learn how to draw an adorable kitty in just 5 minutes using only 4 simple brushes. This one’s perfect for beginners or anyone who just wants a fun, low-pressure drawing session! What’s Inside: Step-by-step Procreate video (perfect for beginners) Only 4 brushes […] - [🫧 Bubbles… what fun!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%ab%a7-bubbles-what-fun/): They look easy to draw, right? Just some funny little circles.But once you try it… you might realize they’re a bit trickier than they seem. 😅 ✨ A tutorial on how to draw bubbles in three different ways is coming soon for all members! So stay tuned! Meantime, try to draw fish 🐟 with my […] - [Bubbles for you! 🫧](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/bubbles-for-you-%f0%9f%ab%a7/): Three slightly different groups of bubbles for you in PNG. Download and import them into Procreate and use them in your drawings. My lovely members of the Little Art Club Tier, let’s bubble! I prepared three slightly different groups of bubbles for you 🎁🫧 You can download them and import/share them into Procreate as a […] - [Bundle for Pink Fish Tutorial / two brushes + PNG outline](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/bundle-for-pink-fish-tutorial-two-brushes-png-outline/): Hey, lovely people, here you can grab two great brushes I’m using in the pink fish tutorial. Plus a PNG outline as a bonus :) Hey, lovely people, here you can grab two great brushes I’m using in this tutorial. Install the brushes: After downloading, just share them via Airdrop from your Mac or MacBook […] - [How to Draw a Charming Fish 🐟💗](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-charming-fish-%f0%9f%90%9f%f0%9f%92%97/): 🐠 Fish madness coming! This is the first fish in the row we’re going to draw — a cute, charming fish lady! 💖 I’ll guide you through the entire process, from sketching and coloring to shading, highlights, and those adorable little details! ✨ 🎨 Feel free to use any colors you like — or if […] - [🌸 May & June Recap – What Happened These Months? 🎨](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%8c%b8-may-june-recap-what-happened-these-months-%f0%9f%8e%a8/): Hey everyone!Here’s a quick monthly update in case you missed anything in May or June. A lot of things happened (there was a Fashion Madness), so let’s summarise them here. Most of the posts (all tutorials) are available for free. However, some sets of brushes and PNG outlines can be found in the Little Art […] - [Fish Drawing Prompt 🐠🎨](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/fish-drawing-prompt-%f0%9f%90%a0%f0%9f%8e%a8/): Hey lovely Free member 💛 I’m so happy to see you here! 😊Let’s draw together with this fun prompt: quirky, funny, unique fish! 🐠🎨 There are no rules! All kinds of species, shapes, eye positions, tail and fin sizes—whatever you can imagine! Here’s a quick bit of inspiration to show just how far your creativity […] - [Fashion Chic Outfit Brush Set](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/fashion-chic-outfit-brush-set/): Grab these three brushes and have fun! I love brushes from this set, so amazing to use them in my drawing and I believe you will love them too! Grab these three brushes and have fun! Check out the tutorial for this chick outfit and see how I use these brushes. Install the brushes: After […] - [How to Draw Clothes in Procreate / Chic Outfit](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-clothes-in-procreate-chic-outfit/): Welcome to the Mini Fashion Tutorial Set – Part V – a cozy, creative series where you’ll learn how to design and draw outfits for your characters like a pro using Procreate! In this 30-minute part, we will learn how to draw a chic outfit of a jacket and a hat with a pompom. 🧵 […] - [Fashion Cute Pirate Brush Set](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/fashion-cute-pirate-brush-set/): I love brushes from this set, so amazing to use them in my drawing and I believe you will love them too! Grab these three brushes here! I love brushes from this set, so amazing to use them in my drawing and I believe you will love them too! Grab these three brushes and have […] - [How to Draw Clothes in Procreate / A Cute Pirate Outfit](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-clothes-in-procreate-a-cute-pirate-outfit/): Welcome to the Mini Fashion Tutorial Set – Part IV – a cozy, creative series where you’ll learn how to design and draw outfits for your characters like a pro using Procreate! In this 20-minute part, we will learn how to draw a cute pirate outfit. 🧵 In these five short tutorials, I’ll walk you […] - [How to Draw Clothes in Procreate / A Star Pattern Pyjama Tutorial + FREE brush](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-clothes-in-procreate-a-star-pattern-pyjama-tutorial-free-brush/): Welcome to the Mini Fashion Tutorial Set – Part III – a cozy, creative series where you’ll learn how to design and draw outfits for your characters like a pro using Procreate! In this 15-minute part, we will learn how to draw a star pattern pyjama. 🧵 In these five short tutorials, I’ll walk you […] - [How to Draw Clothes in Procreate / Sweater & Scarf Tutorial + FREE brush](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-clothes-in-procreate-sweater-scarf-tutorial-free-brush/): Welcome to the Mini Fashion Tutorial Set – Part II – a cozy, creative series where you’ll learn how to design and draw outfits for your characters like a pro using Procreate! In this 15-minute part, we will learn how to draw a crocheted sweater and striped scarf. 🧵 In these five short tutorials, I’ll […] - [🎨 How to Easily Change Sizes and Shapes in Procreate](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%8e%a8-how-to-easily-change-sizes-and-shapes-in-procreate/): Want to adjust your art in Procreate with ease? These are the tools and tricks I use every day. Check out the full video with voice-over for a step-by-step guide—it’s super helpful! You’ll get the best results if you explore all the options Procreate offers, but here are my go-to tips: 🔄 Basic Workflow Want […] - [🌟 NEW CONTENT DROP – Fashion Tutorial Set for Procreate! 🌟](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%8c%9f-new-content-drop-fashion-tutorial-set-for-procreate-%f0%9f%8c%9f/): Hey, lovely patrons! 💖I’m so excited to finally share this with you — my Fashion Illustration Tutorial Set is ready and waiting for you to dive in! 🎨 Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned artist, this set is designed to help you improve your clothing design skills in a fun, approachable way. […] - [How to Draw Clothes in Procreate / Polka Dot Dress Tutorial + FREE brush mini set](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-clothes-in-procreate-polka-dot-dress-tutorial-free-brush-mini-set/): Welcome to the Mini Fashion Tutorial. In 10 minutes, we will learn how to draw the Polka Dot Dress like a Pro. Bonus: FREE brush mini set. Welcome to the Mini Fashion Tutorial Set – Part I – a cozy, creative series where you’ll learn how to design and draw outfits for your characters like […] - [🎨 Mini Fashion Tutorial Set – Dress Your Characters Like a Pro!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%8e%a8-mini-fashion-tutorial-set-dress-your-characters-like-a-pro/): Welcome to the Mini Fashion Tutorial Set, where you’ll learn how to design and draw outfits for your characters like a pro using Procreate! Welcome to the Mini Fashion Tutorial Set – a cozy, creative series where you’ll learn how to design and draw outfits for your characters like a pro! These tips and techniques […] - [🎨 Amazing Fashion Brush Set / Grab it here](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%8e%a8-amazing-fashion-brush-set-grab-it-here/): Unlock your creativity with this versatile 23-piece set made especially for fashion illustration lovers. Brushes, Patterns, Stamps. Unlock your creativity with this versatile set of 23 brushes made especially for fashion illustration lovers. Fashion Tutorial Set Included!Curious how to use them? Watch my beginner-friendly tutorial where I draw a few cute outfit ideas using brushes […] - [🎨 Amazing Fashion Brush Set / Now on Patreon!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%8e%a8-amazing-fashion-brush-set-now-on-patreon/): Unlock your creativity with this versatile set made especially for fashion illustration lovers. 🖌️ What’s Inside: 23 Procreate brushes, including stamps, patterns, and detail brushes to elevate your fashion sketches. ✨ Grab the entire bundle in the Art Adventure Tier ☀️☺️. Here, you can also get early access to all 5 Fashion Tutorials. Pssst… here’s […] - [👗 Essential Tips for Drawing Clothes / Sneak Peek + Free Coloring Pages](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%91%97-essential-tips-for-drawing-clothes-sneak-peek-free-coloring-pages/): Whether you’re just starting out or brushing up on your skills, here are a few core principles that will help you draw clothing that looks natural, expressive, and believable on your characters. These are ideas I explore in more depth in my tutorials (coming on Patreon), but having them written out can be a great […] - [PNG Outline for Your Drawing](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/png-outline-for-your-drawing/): Need a little support with the basic shapes? No worries! Just upload this PNG into your Procreate and copy the one you want to use. Paste it Need a little support with the basic shapes? No worries! Just upload this PNG into your Procreate and copy the one you want to use. Paste it into […] - [👗 Essential Tips for Drawing Clothes That Feel Real](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%91%97-essential-tips-for-drawing-clothes-that-feel-real/): Here are a few core principles that will help you draw clothing that looks natural, expressive, and believable on your characters. Whether you’re just starting out or brushing up on your skills, here are a few core principles that will help you draw clothing that looks natural, expressive, and believable on your characters. These are […] - [✏️ Useful Tips for Sketching and Text Layout/Picture Books](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%e2%9c%8f%ef%b8%8f-useful-tips-for-sketching-and-text-layout/): Here are a few helpful thoughts and tips that might guide you through the process of developing a picture book – sketches and text layout. Let’s say you’ve signed the contract—exciting! Everything’s ready, and it’s time to start your work. Here are a few helpful thoughts and tips that might guide you through the process […] - [🐡🧡Draw a Goofy Fish in 10 minutes!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%90%a1%f0%9f%a7%a1draw-a-goofy-fish-in-10-minutes/): I love drawing fun and goofy characters, and nature is full of great inspiration. Goldfish are perfect—they’ve got such funny shapes and cut I love drawing fun and goofy characters, and nature is full of great inspiration. Goldfish are perfect—they’ve got such funny shapes and cute, in some hilarious way, confused expressions! Well, Meet Leopold […] - [🌸 April Recap – What Happened This Month? 🎨](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%8c%b8-april-recap-what-happened-this-month-%f0%9f%8e%a8/): Hey everyone!Here’s a quick monthly update in case you missed anything in April. There was a lot of creative content this month — some usually Tier-only content was shared for FREE so you can get a little taste of what goes on behind the scenes here. I hope you enjoy exploring and let me know […] - [Watch This Rusty Robot Come to Life! 🤖✨in 60 seconds](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/watch-this-rusty-robot-come-to-life-%f0%9f%a4%96%e2%9c%a8/): Hey, lovely people! Watch this rusty little fella come to life in a brand new speed drawing!And if you’re curious to see every single step in real time — every stroke, every layer, all the little mistakes and secrets —you can unlock the full process by joining the Art Adventures Tier! 🎨✨ The full version runs close to 4 hours and includes over 3,000 brush […] - [Process Video - Old Rusty Robot](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/process-video-old-rusty-robot/): 💌 Hey lovely people! I’m happy to share the process video of this old rusty robot. This fella is from an amazing children’s book about spac 💌 Hey lovely people! I’m happy to share the process video of this old rusty robot. This fella is from an amazing children’s book about space robots. I tried […] - [How to Draw a Cute Fox in Boba Tea PART II. – Master Level](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-cute-fox-in-boba-tea-part-ii-master-level/): Welcome to the second part of my fun and easy-to-follow tutorial, where you’ll learn how to redraw your basic fox into an advanced level. Welcome to the second part of my fun and easy-to-follow Procreate tutorial, where you’ll learn how to redraw your basic level art into an advanced level! If you missed the first […] - [The Best Size of Canva for Drawing](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/the-best-size-of-canva-for-drawing/): What’s the best size of Canva for drawing? This is a question I get asked a lot! 📍There are a few things to keep in mind before setting up the right canvas size. I won’t go into super technical details—I’ll keep it simple and easy to follow :) How and Where to Create a Custom […] - [Happy Easter Coloring](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/happy-easter-coloring/): 🌸🐣 Happy Easter, lovely people! 🐰🌼 Wishing you all a joyful and peaceful Easter filled with love, chocolate, and a little creativity! 💕✨To celebrate, I’ve created a cute Easter-themed coloring page just for you — and it’s totally FREE to download and print. 🎨📄 Whether you’re coloring solo or sharing it with your kiddos, I hope it brings a smile to […] - [5 Amazing Fur Brush Set](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/amazing-fur-brush-set/): Awesome Brushes for Procreate! Perfect for fur, hair (all kinds!), feathers, and so much more. Try different sizes for cool effects—the possibilities are endless. Grab them now and start creating! Quick & Easy Free TutorialWant to see these brushes in action? Check out this fun, beginner-friendly tutorial where I draw a quirky chick using the […] - [🎨 Draw a cute chick in Procreate in 10 minutes!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/%f0%9f%8e%a8-draw-a-cute-chick-in-procreate-in-10-minutes/): Let’s draw a quirky little chick in Procreate with this super easy, step-by-step tutorial. It’s going to be fun! Beginners are more than welcome. 🐣 I’ll also share a cool trick for when you want to add some texture, feeling, mood… that something special to your drawings. Sure, you can buy textured canvases for that, […] - [Free Spring Coloring Sheet 🌸](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/free-spring-coloring-sheet-%f0%9f%8c%b8/): I prepared a surprise to thank you for being here–a free coloring page of this cute Ladybug. Enjoy, have fun, and relax :))) Let me know in the comments if you want more like this! Wanna go big? Grab my full coloring book on Amazon and let your creativity bloom like wildflowers 🌼🌈 📎 Link […] - [Perfect Brush for Fur and much more!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/perfect-brush-for-fur-and-much-more/): Thank you for grabbing my brushes, I hope you make fun and amazing drawings! If you’re looking for a free Procreate brush to create perfect fur or hair, I’ve got you covered! I’ve used my own textures and settings to make drawing fur enjoyable and easy for you. You can adjust the size to suit […] - [How to Draw a Cute Fox in Bubble Tea | Step-by-Step Procreate Tutorial for Beginners](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-cute-fox-in-bubble-tea-step-by-step-procreate-tutorial-for-beginners/): Welcome to my fun and easy-to-follow Procreate tutorial, where you’ll learn how to draw a super cute fox in bubble tea in just 30 minutes! I Welcome to my fun and easy-to-follow Procreate tutorial, where you’ll learn how to draw a super cute fox in bubble tea in just 30 minutes! In this step-by-step guide, […] - [Exploring Traditional Art: A Totoro Sketch with Charcoal and Colored Pencils](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/exploring-traditional-art-a-totoro-sketch-with-charcoal-and-colored-pencils/) - [How to Design a Memorable Character for a Children's Book](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-design-a-memorable-character-for-a-childrens-book/): Designing a character for a children's book goes beyond just making it cute—it's about creating a figure that kids can connect with, love, and remember. If you want to design a character that resonates with young readers, here are a few thoughts - [How to Draw a Cute Leprechaun - Outline](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-cute-leprechaun-outline/): In my last tutorial, I mentioned that I’ve prepared the final outline to support you! If you find sketching tricky or need a little help, you can download the PNG file and upload it into Procreate or any other drawing app. Simply place it as the first layer in your drawing, and then start coloring […] - [How to draw a Stylised Cat](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-stylised-cat/): Happy Fall, guys! Today we are going to draw a stylised cartoon cat tangled in a scarf. This voice-over tutorial is beginner-friendly; I’ll take you through each step, and you’ll gather a lot of drawing & Procreate tips. As a surprise to celebrate fall, this tutorial will be free for 24 hours for all my […] - [Tickle your creativity with a little challenge!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/tickle-your-creativity-with-a-little-challenge/): I believe you will love this! I accidentally bumped into a character design challenge on Instagram (by WacomPH): draw a character who only comes out when it rains. And I loved that idea! Those little challenges are really great practice. Especially when you can’t come up with an idea of what to draw, if you […] - [What's actually going on here :)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/whats-actually-going-on-here/): Hey, my creative crew :) We’ve gained A LOT of new members recently (Welcome!), so I wanted to briefly summarise what you can find here and help you navigate the space more easily. Maybe it helps old members too; summer was long, and many of you enjoyed vacation and put drawing aside for a bit. […] - [Summer Recap](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/summer-recap/): Hey, my sweet Patreons! Summer is almost over, so let’s look back and recall what we created. Check out the recap below and catch up on what you missed! I would love to see your creation in our Sharing chat :) Drawing video tutorials We dove into mermaid stylised poses study with three videos: two […] - [Character Design / exclusive Sketches & Process video](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/character-design-exclusive-sketches-process-video/): Today I wanted to share the main character for an upcoming picture book I just finished. Since I love animal characters, the human is a bit tricky for me. But I’m happy with this cutie :) However, it wasn’t easy, and there were a lot of twists and changes. I’m sharing some sketches, flat color, […] - [PBB 2.e | Storytelling: A Closer Look](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/pbb-2-e-storytelling-a-closer-look/): In this post: PBB 2.c | Storyboard for Picture Books: My Process, I talked about storyboards, thumbnails and so on. Check it out if you missed it, because here we’re going deeper into a few spreads I’m going to share with you. Below you can find a lot of tips for storytelling and how to […] - [PBB 2.d | A Few Thoughts About Perspective & Point of View](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/pbb-2-d-a-few-thoughts-about-perspective-point-of-view/): This is a small detour on the path to a closer look at my storytelling approach. I wanted to stop by here because this is something I desperately want to improve in my own drawing… Work with perspective & point of view What I love most about the animated movie is the work with perspective. […] - [Sketching Poses Workbook: Mermaids](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/sketching-poses-workbook-mermaids/): Super excited about this amazing PDF guideline jam-packed with useful drawing tips and thoughts! I prepared the entire guideline with practice sheets for all poses from my Mermaids Stylised Poses Study: 9 different poses, each in five steps + practice for hair and fin drawing. Plus, there are lots of useful tips and thoughts, so […] - [Mermaid Poses Study | PART 3](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/mermaid-poses-study-part-3/): Welcome to drawing hair and fin! If you missed the intro post, you can find more details here. This part is mostly about tips and tricks; you can watch the video with hair drawing below as an inspiration. It’s a process video, not a tutorial, but it can be very helpful to you. Plus, below […] - [Mermaid Poses Study: PART 2](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/mermaid-poses-study-part-2/): Welcome to another mermaid pose tutorial; the video is waiting for you below. If you missed the intro post, you can find more details here. Here we will explore these poses + for one of them it is just time-lapse; my battery ran out without my noticing (it annoys me; it also happened before. I […] - [Mermaid Poses Study: PART 1](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/mermaid-poses-study-part-1/): Welcome to PART 1! We are going to sketch these three poses. Check out some details from the intro post and also these useful tips below: When we draw poses, we also need to think about leading the eye. That means we create a path for the viewer to follow. For example, starting at the […] - [Mermaids Stylised Poses / Sketching Study](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/mermaids-stylised-poses-sketching-study/): Hey, my lovely Patreons, it’s been a while, I know. Summer time, a lot of work, so super hustle weeks. And since I don’t want to move the mermaid sketching to upcoming months again, I decided to prepare at least a shorter version for you :) So you don’t have to follow the former schedule, […] - [TwoTap Digital Art Summit 2026 (with me!)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/twotap-digital-art-summit-2026-with-me/): You shouldn’t miss this! 4 days full of tutorials on different topics with more than 30 speakers-artists, including me again! If you attended the summit last year (hopefully you also tried my session), feel free to share your experience with the event in the comments. If this is completely new for you, definitely check it […] - [PBB 2.c | Storyboard for Picture Books: My Process](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/pbb-2-c-storyboard-for-picture-books-my-process/): We already talked about the main types of illustration and how you can use and combine them. Today, I’ll share with you my own practice, my own work on the specific book, so you can see the theory in real life. Welcome to my head :) What is the storyboard in a picture book? A […] - [My Sketch Study and Prompt for you / Witches](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/my-sketch-study-and-prompt-for-you-witches/): Recently, I played with the character design for witches, to boost my skills and portfolio (post about portfolio coming soon). This was just a sketch study, so I kept it in a bit of a loose, sketchy style (and I love it!). Prompt I want you to join me here for funny practice and a […] - [Costume Design Study](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/costume-design-study/): I didn’t plan to make this post, but when I finished my costume design study, I thought it could be interesting and helpful to you. (And luckily, I recorded the process; working on the edit now). Below I share all tips and thoughts, how and why I chose materials, patterns, silhouette and cut, accessories, symbolism, […] - [Sharing my work: old vs recent](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/sharing-my-work-old-vs-recent/): I bumped into my very old work (2017), and I was surprised by how my art had changed over the years. There is massive progress! I’m so sorry if it sounds cocky, but you have to be honest with yourself when you look at your art over time. Don’t be too modest, don’t be too […] - [April & May Recap / Jam-packed months!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/april-may-recap-jam-packed-months/): Time flies really fast, so here’s a quick recap (with direct links to make it easy for you :)) to catch up if you missed anything. Because these months we were suuuuuper buuuuusy! Tutorials: 12 in total! We did 6 voice-over tutorials from Sketching Drawing Challenge, from the easy ones to the more challenging, with […] - [Q&A, new feature ideas, live chat... let's talk!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/qa-new-feature-ideas-live-chat-lets-talk/): We have a lot of new members, so I think it’s a good idea to gather some questions, thoughts or anything you may have in your mind. I would love to grow a supportive and creative community here. Don’t be shy and share in chats your drawing or questions, chat together, join the comments sections, […] - [Sketching Challenge: update (plus Workbook Bundle)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/sketching-challenge-update-plus-workbook-bundle/): What amazing weeks! We have already done 6 tutorials in two weeks! And I can’t wait to see your sketching, thoughts or questions. Drop anything you want to say about this challenge in the comments. How do you like it so far? Which challenge did you enjoy better? I probably enjoyed the bears more, especially […] - [Owl / Full Process Video (...when it doesn't go smoothly)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/owl-full-process-video-when-it-doesnt-go-smoothly/): Character Design can be (sometimes) tricky, frustrating, and challenging. You don’t always nail it right the first time, and I don’t just mean that you have to make a lot of edits (which is common), but that you have to start over completely. And in the worst-case scenario, you have to start over only after […] - [PBB 2.b | Bleed & Safe Space (with free templates)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/pbb-2-b-bleed-safe-space-with-free-templates/): Today, I quickly touch on the term “bleed” and safe space, and how to measure your canvas correctly, because if you have a book size of 8.5 x 8.5, you can’t draw on the exact same size as you might think… Bleed This is the part of the spread that will be cut off during […] - [Daily sketching challenge part 2 Bears | LEVEL 3](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/daily-sketching-challenge-part-2-bears-level-3/): Welcome to the second week and Level 3 of my daily sketching challenge. If you missed the intro post, you can find more details here. I recommend checking out all the thoughts and drawing tips from the previous two levels, and starting with bear poses first! Here, we will focus on different types of heads […] - [Sketching Poses Workbook: Bears](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/sketching-poses-workbook-bears/): Super proud of this amazing PDF guideline jam-packed with useful drawing tips and thoughts! I prepared the entire guideline with practice sheets for all poses from my sketching challenge part 2: BEARS. 12 different poses and 6 different heads/faces, each in three steps. Plus, there are lots of useful tips and thoughts, so you can […] - [Daily sketching challenge part 2 Bears | LEVEL 2](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/daily-sketching-challenge-part-2-bears-level-2/): Welcome to the second week and Level 2 of my daily sketching challenge; the video tutorial is waiting for you below. If you missed the intro post, you can find more details here. In this Level 2, we will explore these poses + for one of them, we will also do a quick coloring :) […] - [Daily sketching challenge part 2: Bears](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/daily-sketching-challenge-part-2-bears/): Bear’s week just started! This is Level 1 of my daily sketching challenge/Bears. If you missed the intro post, you can find more details here. Ehm… so sorry for the one-day delay, SOMEBODY didn’t mark a cross on the calendar on the fridge, so yesterday I still had a Sunday (one of the few disadvantages […] - [Sketching Poses Workbook: Pillow & Magical Carpet](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/sketching-poses-workbook-pillow-magical-carpet/): Super excited about this PDF guideline for my sketching poses challenge part 1: the Pillow  &  the Magical Carpet! My first sketching poses workbook (more coming!). I prepared the entire guideline with practice sheets for all poses from sketching poses tutorials (12 for the pillow and 6 for the magical carpet), each in three steps, […] - [Daily sketching challenge part 1 | LEVEL 3 Magical Carpet](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/daily-sketching-challenge-part-1-level-3-magical-carpet/): Welcome to the first week and Level 3 of my daily sketching challenge. If you missed the intro post, you can find more details here. I recommend checking out all the thoughts and drawing tips from the previous two levels, and starting with pillow poses first! Sketches and practice sheet In Level 3, we’ll explore […] - [Daily sketching challenge part 1 | LEVEL 2](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/daily-sketching-challenge-part-1-level-2/): Welcome to the first week and Level 2 of my daily sketching challenge. If you missed the intro post, you can find more details here. I don’t want to repeat all I mentioned in the post for Level 1, so I definitely recommend checking out all the thoughts and tips, and starting with those six […] - [Daily sketching challenge part 1 | LEVEL 1](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/daily-sketching-challenge-part-1-level-1/): Welcome to the first week and Level 1 of my daily sketching challenge. If you missed the intro post, you can find more details here. Why should you participate? These easy sketching exercises improve your drawing skills, give you better control of your pen and pressure, build confidence in your brush strokes, and give you […] - [Daily sketching challenge!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/daily-sketching-challenge/): I’m super excited to share this news :) Three weeks of daily sketching with my voice-over video tutorials! Start on Monday! You will improve your drawing, get confidence in your brush strokes and gain skills on how to work with perspective and how to draw different poses with the same character. Poses will be from […] - [](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/11664-2/): Free voice-over and beginner-friendly tutorial for 24 hours; don’t miss it! https://www.patreon.com/ZuzanaSvobodovaIllustration/posts/how-to-draw-cat-170714473?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link - [Picture Book Bootcamp 2.a | 4 main types of illustrations](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/picture-book-bootcamp-2-a-4-main-types-of-illustrations/): Before we dive into storytelling and storyboard, we need to talk a bit about the 4 main types of illustrations you can see in picture books. And below you can find some samples of those types. And also useful tips and thoughts on how to work with all those types, how to combine them, how […] - [Character Desing and some good thoughts & tips :)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/character-desing-and-some-good-thoughts-tips/): Meet my newest character! And gather some useful tips for character design, and also check out my first rough sketches and some more precise ones (at the end of the post). Plus some thoughts about struggles during the process, hope it could help you in harder times :))) In the other post (or check out […] - [Character Desing / a Full Process Video](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/character-desing-a-full-process-video/): Make yourself comfortable, grab a piece of cake, relax and watch :) Here you can see all my brush strokes, all layers, mistakes, adjustments, repairs (a lot of those :), the way I draw, all the secrets… of my daily work as an illustrator. Today, Puffer Fish :) If you want to gather some useful […] - [Easter Drawing Challenge Winners!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/easter-drawing-challenge-winners/): Thank you to all of you who joined our drawing challenge and shared your amazing work! (I’m so sorry if I forgot to include anyone here!) And who didn’t share, hope you at least practised and had fun anyway :) I encourage you to try all of those tutorials (here is a direct link to […] - [Once upon a time, a new brush set was born...](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/once-upon-a-time-a-new-brush-set-was-born/): Let me introduce my nature brushes I use every day! As a part of the celebration of my first year on Patreon, I decided to put all of those brushes in one big storytelling nature set to make your drawing even more joyful and magical. You can use this set for any kind of nature […] - [Storytale Nature Brush Set for Procreate (30 brushes)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/storytale-nature-brush-set-for-procreate-30-brushes/): I’m so excited about this set, and I was working on it for some time. I use those brushes daily for any kind of nature drawing (for example, in meadows, forests, fields, tiny plants and flowers, or even on the sea bottom…), but I also love them for patterns or texture. Many of them you […] - [Behind the scenes of my own picture book](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/behind-the-scenes-of-my-own-picture-book/): Today, just a quick peek behind the scenes. I’m using my very own story, “Lily of the Valley”, and the whole process of creating this book for my Picture Book Bootcamp. But I realised I never properly introduced this book. Well, now I would like to share with you some sketches and sneak peeks. Let […] - [Your anniversary gift!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/your-anniversary-gift/): Over time, I have created a lot of nature brushes that I use daily in many ways and for many purposes. And as a part of the celebration, I decided to put all of them (30 in total) in one big storytelling nature set to make your drawing even more joyful and magical. And now […] - [Unlocked for you (7 days only), get a taste from each corner!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/unlocked-for-you-7-days-only-get-a-taste-from-each-corner/): 1 year on Patreon! We’re celebrating all week :) I UNLOCKED a small taste from each tier for all free members for ONE WEEK. Here is the list: One beginner-friendly tutorial (Little Art Club tier): Drawing Fish Has Never Been So Easy! One Procreate Tips & Tricks post (Little Art Club tier): Clipping Mask vs […] - [How to Draw a Disco Ball in a few simple steps](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-disco-ball-in-a-few-simple-steps/): I created this shiny ball for the party under the sea for an upcoming picture book. And because we celebrate this week, I decided to make a simple guideline for your own disco ball :) Just a quick tip before we dive in: I recommend drawing on the darker background to help the disco ball […] - [My first year on the Patreon](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/my-first-year-on-the-patreon/): I can’t believe it’s already been one year (and already 164 posts!) since I started Patreon. With baby steps, I learned how to manage all this, how it works (or how it doesn’t :)), and I’m still learning, I’m still growing, I’m still improving my equipment. And still love it! Hope you are happy in […] - [Picture Book Bootcamp 1.b | The number of pages and words](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/picture-book-bootcamp-1-b-the-number-of-pages-and-words/): Last time, we talked about the size of the book, and I hope you found a lot of useful information there. This time, we look at how many pages and words the picture book should have. Words There isn’t a perfect number you have to follow. Yes, around 500 – 600 words for a common […] - [Super Easy Sheep Drawing | Free PDF and Video Guidelines](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/super-easy-sheep-drawing-free-pdf-and-video-guidelines/): It can’t be simpler! Watch the video for easy following, but I bet you can do this just with this tiny little guideline below :) Procreate “Mirror” drawing Tool & Short Video guideline You can mirror your drawing. We also tried it in the tutorial for drawing a showflake here! In the short video below, […] - [Easter Freebies & Easter Drawing Recap](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/easter-freebies-easter-drawing-recap/): Happy Sunday, my sweet ducklings! We finished our Easter Drawing Challenge! Well, I finished it, but you still have plenty of time to catch up on all the drawings and get a chance to win a prize :) I shared more details here, so if you can’t remember, check it out. Drawing tutorials All tutorials […] - [Freebies Happy Easter](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/freebies-happy-easter/): Hey,my Patreon family! Below you can find some Easter cute gifts, as a thank you for being here :) Coloring sheets Find these in JPG and also PNG format. Put them into your Procreate (or any drawing app) and practice sketching over them, or next to them, or even try to apply skills in coloring […] - [You can draw this!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/you-can-draw-this/): Brand new voice-over, step-by-step video tutorial! In the end, you’ll be surprised how easy drawing can be :) We will combine loose, almost intuitive drawing with more precise work; very loose brush strokes with a focus on details. We will learn how to build texture and volume not just in the character, but also in […] - [How to Draw a Spring Fairy | Easter Drawing Challenge #6](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-spring-fairy-easter-drawing-challenge-6/): This is the last tutorial in our Easter Drawing Challenge. And it isn’t super Easter related, but it’s full of spring vibe, so it counts :) We were already drawing a few typical Easter characters, so I think this could be a fun change, and it can bring a bit of magic to your drawings. […] - [Doodle Time | Easter Drawing Challenge #5](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/doodle-time-easter-drawing-challenge-5/): Easter Drawing Challenge number 5! It means just one left. This one will be more of a funny doodle time, as a little break after two more challenging tutorials. But at the same time, you will be training your sketching skills, which I recommend doing every day, at least for a few minutes. If you […] - [Picture Book Bootcamp: Tiny Storytelling Assignment ;)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/picture-book-bootcamp-tiny-storytelling-assignment/): We will finish Point 1 from the Bootcamp list in a few days. If you want to recall what we talked about so far, check out this post. And really soon, we will dive into storyboard and storytelling, which is crucial. So I have a little funny assignment for you to see how you think […] - [Q&A time | Hey people, where are you? Let's chat!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/qa-time-hey-people-where-are-you-lets-chat/): Hey, my lovely Patreons. I notice there has been more quiet here over the last few weeks. I loved how chatty we were around the Christmas time, how quickly our creative family grew, and I miss your art and sharing :))) So I want to poke you a little and get you chatting again! Are […] - [Brand new voice-over video tutorial](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/brand-new-voice-over-video-tutorial/): Hey there! I just released this funny voice-over tutorial on my Patreon. You can grab a full sketch to follow easily. See you there! - [How to Draw a Sassy Duckling | Easter Drawing Challenge #4](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-sassy-duckling-easter-drawing-challenge-4/): Number #4 in our Easter Drawing Challenge! This 40-minute voice-over tutorial is perfect for beginners to level up drawing & Procreate skills, and also fun practice for advanced artists! We dive into details. I will show you some Procreate tools, like super quick coloring, “multiply” and “add” option, how to move with several layers at […] - [Draw with Me | Voice-over Tutorial](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-with-me-voice-over-tutorial/): Haven’t joined the Easter Drawing Challenge yet? This is number #3, so jump into a 45-minute voice-over tutorial and draw a cute Bunny and Peep Squad! Perfect for beginners to level up your drawing and Procreate skills. Try also the first two drawing quick sessions for free: Mini Duckie Tutorial | Easter Drawing Challenge #2 […] - [How to Draw Bunny and the Peep Squad | Easter Drawing Challenge #3](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-bunny-and-the-peep-squad-easter-drawing-challenge-3/): Number #3 in our Easter Drawing Challenge! This 45-minute voice-over tutorial is perfect for beginners to level up drawing & Procreate skills, and also fun practice for advanced artists! This tutorial starts right with coloring, so grab the sketch below (plus my color palette if you want, and also my two fur brushes). But feel […] - [Picture Book Bootcamp 1.a | The size of your book](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/picture-book-bootcamp-the-size-of-your-book-1-a/): First of all, you can choose whatever size you like. If you like super big books, go for it. If you love tiny books you can put in your pocket, great. But there are a few thoughts for you to consider. But before that, we have to touch a bit on printing to understand these […] - [Mini Duckie Tutorial | Easter Drawing Challenge #2](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/mini-duckie-tutorial-easter-drawing-challenge-2/): Easter Drawing Challenge continues! And because the first one was really easy (but the really good one for improving your skills), here is a little tiny mini bonus :))) And yes, this one counts too, so feel free to share it :) This is a super simple voice-over drawing tutorial, perfect for beginners! Loose Drawing […] - [Wallpapers & Stickers, New on the feed!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/wallpapers-stickers-2/): So excited to share my new phone wallpapers and stickers with these tiny mini cute fellas! Check out my new post and grab all of them! - [Wallpapers & Stickers | Grab it here!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/wallpapers-stickers/): A little freebie for my lovely patrons to say thank you! I’m truly happy you’re here and for your support :) If you could mention my Patreon to your friends or tag me on social media to help our community to grow, that would be really awesome! You’ll find phone wallpapers and stickers with these […] - [Chick Sketch Study | Easter Drawing Challenge #1](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/chick-sketch-study-easter-drawing-challenge-1/): We start our Easter Drawing Challenge with warm-up sketching, which I recommend including in your daily or regular drawing as well. This is an awesome practice that can help you to get better at your drawing really quickly. You get confidence, better skills with perspective, and also improve your brush or pen strokes. You can […] - [Join my Easter Drawing Challenge! (Sunday's Tutorials)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/join-my-easter-drawing-challenge-sundays-tutorials/): Our Christmas Drawing Challenge was super fun, and you, my lovely Patreons, did an amazing job! Well, let’s draw together again :) If you want to check what this challenge looked like and maybe give it a try with some Christmas tutorials, jump right here! We start on Sunday! This Easter Challenge will be a […] - [Work Update and Progress Sharing](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/work-update-and-progress-sharing/): Character design is my favorite part of picture books! And I would like to share with you not only the newest member of my illustrated family, but also my progress over the years in octopus drawing. I’m self-taught, no fancy schools, no art classes. Just me, my determination and love for drawing. And I not […] - [Recap January & February 2026](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/recap-january-february-2026/): Let’s take a look back at what happened here in the first two months of 2026. I’m super happy we are still growing, and we have almost 700 members! Video Tutorials Can you believe I created over 40 voice-over video tutorials where I teach you how to draw step-by-step, along with useful Procreate tips & […] - [Get a taste (for 7 days): Picture Book Bootcamp](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/get-a-taste-for-7-days-picture-book-bootcamp/): I set up this post in the Little Art Club Tier for 7 days, so you can get a taste of the Picture Book Bootcamp. Then it will be exclusive to members of the Let’s Make Children’s Book Tier. So jump here, and explore character design :))) - [Picture Book Bootcamp | Character Design 7.a](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/picture-book-bootcamp-character-design-7-a/): (How to approach very frequent, or also any. characters to make them unique: unicorn and mermaid) I know I’m starting with point 7, but I warned you about jumping here and there :) But this makes sense, because many of you may started developing or dreaming about the main character while writing the manuscript or […] - [Work Update / Character Design Shark](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/work-update-character-design-shark/): Hello! I’m super excited to share the brand new character I created for the upcoming children’s book. It’s a Shark, hope it’s obvious :)))) In this post, I will share some details about this character, a few sketches and how I usually start developing character design, and also how I played with the pattern for […] - [Shark / Character Design / Full Process Video](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/shark-character-design-full-process-video/): Welcome behind the scenes :) In this full process video, you can watch how I created the main character for the upcoming children’s book. Pour yourself a cup of coffee and enjoy watching. What is a process video Just a gentle reminder of what’s going on in these types of posts. Those process videos aren’t […] - [How to make your own picture book series just started!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-make-your-own-picture-book-series-just-started/): Finally, Picture Book Bootcamp is here! Who is the series intended for? This series is perfect for everyone who wants to create a picture book. You can be an author with a final manuscript in your hand / you can be newbie illustrator or someone who long to be an illustrator and need help with […] - [Super Simple Valentine's Drawing](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/super-simple-valentines-drawing/): Learn how to draw these cute lovey-dovey cats in a few simple steps. Join me and follow step-by-step guidelines, grab a fur brush, color palette, a sketch and also a free PNG sticker with my own full illustration. Happy Valentine’s Day :) - [Valentine's Guideline: How to Draw Lovey-Dovey Cats in a few easy steps](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/valentines-guideline-how-to-draw-lovey-dovey-cats-in-a-few-easy-steps/): Welcome to this cute, super-easy mini tutorial and draw these sweet fellas just in a few simple steps. You can use any app (I’m using Procreate) or even paper and pencils. If you struggle with basic shapes, download the sketch guideline below, add it to your digital app, and trace/draw over it (the sketch won’t […] - [How to schedule a picture book: Realistic timelines for illustrators](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-schedule-a-picture-book-realistic-timelines-for-illustrators/): First of all, there is not just one right way to approach time-management. This is always very personal and depends on many factors. But maybe my experience can help, or at least give you an idea of how to properly track time for your projects and what to keep in mind when you start creating […] - [News & Updates & Upcoming...](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/news-updates-upcoming/): Hey, my sweet Patreons! Here is a little update, news and other stuff you can look forward to in the upcoming months :) Upcoming Drawing Challenge (plus a contest) Our Christmas Drawing Challenge had a lovely response, so I decided to do it again, this time for a Spring/Easter theme. More details coming soon! If […] - [Step-by-step Drawing Video Tutorial](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/step-by-step-drawing-video-tutorial/): Did you know that drawing a flying pig can be so easy? (and super fun too :)) Join me for this full voice-over & step-by-step tutorial + grab a free PNG sketch for easy following, an amazing fur brush and two fully prepared backgrounds. You will learn a lot of new skills & techniques that […] - [Draw a cute flying Pig / full voice-over & step-by-step tutorial](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-cute-flying-pig-full-voice-over-step-by-step-tutorial/): Happy February, my Patreon family! Today we are going to draw this funny piglet. This tutorial starts right with coloring, so grab the sketch below (plus my color palette if you want). But you are more than welcome to draw your own sketch, you can still follow along with the video. See a few useful […] - [Cover Design for Picture Book](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/cover-design-for-picture-book/): Are you curious how to handle cover design for a picture book with 12, 11 or even 24 characters? Find it out in my new post + useful tips for cover design! - [How to Create a Picture Book Cover when you have a Gazillion Characters](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-create-a-picture-book-cover-when-you-have-a-gazillion-characters/): I’m super excited to share some of my current work with you! As I mentioned in the post a few days ago, I was working on a cover with a bunch of characters. I have to admit, it was really challenging! Just imagine it, squeeze 12 characters into one cover. And on the second one, […] - [Character Design Tutorial / Draw a cute bunny in pants with me](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/character-design-tutorial-draw-a-cute-bunny-in-pants-with-me/): Today it’s my birthday :) And I want to celebrate with my amazing Patreon family by drawing! So, I decided to release this tutorial (which I created for the Twotap Digital Art Summit 2025) for all my members! This almost one-hour-long video with voice-over is beginner-friendly. However, if you struggle at any point, be patient […] - [How to Draw a Charming Mermaid / A Full Process Video](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-charming-mermaid-a-full-process-video/): Very happy to share this process video! Pour yourself a cup of coffee, watch and relax. You can watch my drawing process in real time, with all my steps, brush & eraser strokes, layers, etc… I hope you would take from this that some drawing can be super relaxing and more about fantasy and the […] - [Are you ready for a fun assignment?](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/are-you-ready-for-a-fun-assignment/): Today I have a fun assignment for you :) Come up with the idea for the cover, with 12 different characters! Let me explain it. I just finished work on three books in the series. And there are brand new characters in each spread in two of those books. Can you imagine creating the cover […] - [New Drawing Session Tier and Winners of Christmas Drawing Challenge!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/new-drawing-session-tier-and-winners-of-christmas-drawing-challenge/): This post has two parts, so bear with me :) New Tier: Individual Drawing Session You might have noticed the “Let’s Connect Tier” membership options. It’s perfect if you want to get some specific tip, advice, or guidance for your particular situation, sketch, struggle, illustration, or question… in the children’s book field. But I also […] - [The other side of my art](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/the-other-side-of-my-art/): I was wondering if I should share some traditional art here. And since it is part of my artistic journey, I decided to give it a chance. Let me know in the comments if you would be interested in content from this field as well. I’m sharing below a few thoughts about traditional techniques and […] - [How to Draw a Mermaid tail / Full Process Video](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/how-to-draw-a-mermaid-tail-full-process-video/): Welcome behind the scenes :) Here you can see all the secrets, the entire process of my drawing. Each brush stroke, each layer, each tool and each secret. You can see how I organise all layers (which is a mess in my case :)), but you can still get the idea of how many layers […] - [Work in Progress vs. Final Covers / Behind the Scenes](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/work-in-progress-vs-final-covers-behind-the-scenes/): Hi, and welcome to the New Year! I’m super excited to share one of my latest projects with you, my lovely Patreon family! For one of my clients, I prepared covers for three notebooks. Usually, I work on children’s books or picture books. This one was still supposed to be from a fantasy world, but […] - [November & December Recap / Catch up on all news and updates!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/november-december-recap-catch-up-on-all-news-and-updates/): Let’s recap the last two months! Today is also a perfect time for reflection, balance, and making New Year’s plans! Share your thoughts, plans, dreams, and also assessments of the past year in the comments. And Happy New Year! :) Recap & Updates In November, my Patreon went through a few changes (check out all […] - [Ho ho ho, Merry Christmas!](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/ho-ho-ho-merry-christmas/): My wonderful Patreon family, I wish you a Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year! I hope to see you here again in 2026, and that we’ll draw together, learn new skills, level up our artwork, and explore new corners of creativity. My dearest Patreons And my special thank you to my […] - [What is your goal here?](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/what-is-your-goal-here/): Our Patreon family has grown super fast, and we have over 600 members! Thank you for being here :) To be sure I’m creating the content that you are looking for, and that truly supports your creative journey, I need to know your thoughts. So, it would be fantastic if you could take a moment […] - [A little surprise for All Free Members and a recap III.](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/a-little-surprise-for-all-free-members-and-a-recap-iii/): We finished last week of our Christmas Drawing Challenge! But don’t worry if you are still in process, you have plenty of time to catch up and share at least 5 of your drawings in our Christmas Chat to get a chance to win the prize! But I hope it isn’t just about the prize, […] - [I'm so proud of you, my lovely Patreons...](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/im-so-proud-of-you-my-lovely-patreons/): I’m super excited to share some drawings from my Patreons who joined the Christmas Drawing challenge! And I believe many more drawings still will come :) I released 15 posts in this challenge, sharing many voice-over tutorials, different drawing styles, tips & tricks, new skills, and brushes, so I hope you learned a lot. I’m […] - [Draw a Tiny Bird / Christmas Challenge #15](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-tiny-bird-christmas-challenge-15/): Hey there! This is the last one in our Christmas Drawing Challenge. And this one is open also for Tip Jar Tier :) And I decided to make one super, super, super simple, loose, just like a tiny warm dot. Because most of you are probably short on time, wrapped in holidays preparation, so this […] - [Draw a cute Bunny with a Mailbox / part II. / Christmas Challenge #14](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-cute-bunny-with-a-mailbox-part-ii-christmas-challenge-14/): Welcome to another day! This is part II. of the bunny drawing tutorial. In the first part, we sketched the bunny. You are more than welcome to use your own sketch here, but if you’re struggling or didn’t have time to doodle something, you can download my sketch and start from there. In this tutorial, […] - [Draw a cute Bunny with a Mailbox / part I. sketch / Christmas Challenge #13](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-cute-bunny-with-a-mailbox-part-i-sketch-christmas-challenge-13/): Hey, there! I noticed nobody joined the sketching challenge yet, so here is one more :) But different! This time, I will guide you through the entire sketching process, and below are a few useful tips. I really encourage you to practice sketching, because it’s super difficult to start drawing right in color on a […] - [Mini Tutorial: Doodle Bear / Christmas Challenge #12](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/mini-tutorial-doodle-bear-christmas-challenge-12/): Hey, my lovely Patreons! This one will be a super simple doodle, like a little funny break. You can also take this as a warm-up and catch up on other challenges. I will give you a little guideline below, try to draw very loose, almost lazy, just a quick sketch, touch of color here and […] - [Draw Cats in the Christmas Stockings / Christmas Challenge #11](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-cats-in-the-christmas-stockings-christmas-challenge-11/): This tutorial is really simple, just some base shapes, patterns and fur :) I encourage you to follow your own fantasy and hang your stockings wherever you want! I created some quick, simple decorations. You can take them as an inspiration, but feel free to go a completely different way. I’m super curious what you […] - [A little surprise for All Free Members and a recap II.](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/a-little-surprise-for-all-free-members-and-a-recap-ii/): We have finished the second week of the Christmas Drawing Challenge, you can catch up on what you missed over the Sunday :) My dear supporting Patreons This week was amazing, I saw a lot of wonderful, cute and fun drawings! Let me know which tutorial you enjoyed the most and which one was the […] - [Draw a Cute Christmas Birdie / Christmas Challenge #10](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-cute-christmas-birdie-christmas-challenge-10/): This will be a super simple drawing, very fluffy! As you can see (also in my many other tutorials), I don’t draw in very strict order. Rather, I often jump between layers. Because you never know what your next brush stroke could bring, which kind of inspiration. So feel free to jump, pause the video, […] - [Draw your own Christmas Tree / Christmas Challenge #9](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-your-own-christmas-tree-christmas-challenge-9/): This challenge will be very different. You will draw your own Christmas tree. It can be digital, colourful, black and white, an illustration, sketch, doodle, or even just with a paper and pencil. With decoration, with snow, or both… Or with a cute face :) I’m super curious what you create! You need to rely […] - [Draw a Gift with a Bow / Christmas Challenge #8](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-gift-with-a-bow-christmas-challenge-8/): Welcome to the second part of Grumpy Cat Drawing! In this post, I will share some tips for drawing any kind of gift and a bow (read below). Other tech. details you probably read in the first part of this video. If not, jump back and catch up on all those tips and tricks :) […] - [Draw a Grumpy Christmas Cat / Christmas Challenge #7](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/draw-a-grumpy-christmas-cat-christmas-challenge-7/): Today, we will create a grumpy and super fluffy cat! More tips on how to achieve a fluffy look, you can find below, so definitely keep reading this post :) This will be just the first part of the entire picture, just the cat. You can stop here, because it’s so hilarious just as it […] - [Sketch a Busy Elves' Workshop / Christmas Challenge #6 (the second part)](https://zuzanasvobodova.com/sketch-a-busy-elves-workshop-christmas-challenge-6-the-second-part/): This is the second part of our sketching. I recommend starting with the first part, in case you didn’t notice it. And also, I encourage you to read the entire text in the first part, there are some ideas and tips for sketching, as well as the entire sketch as a little guideline. 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