Stop smudging back and forth and making muddy messes. In this quick tip I show you how to actually use the smudge tool in Procreate to get smooth, vibrant gradients and painterly textures every time. The key is the brush you choose for smudging, and most people completely miss that part. 🖌️ My specialized blending brushes: https://artwithflo.gumroad.com/l/blenderbrushes 🚀 Join me on Patreon for more! Want to take your art even further? I have tons of full-length tutorials, exclusive brush sets, and step-by-step guides waiting for you on my Patreon, including a full workbook about blending: https://www.patreon.com/artwithflo/posts/workbook-in-61891664 ✨ Tools Used: App: Procreate 5.4 Hardware: iPad Pro & Apple Pencil **Resources for Your Art Journey** Free Procreate Brushes: Grab your set --► https://freefromflo.com Grab the Mega Silhouette Brush Bundle --► https://artwithflo.gumroad.com/l/megastampbrushbundle Procreate Tutorials: Explore more --► https://artwithflo.com/procreate-tutorial/ My Recommended Gear: View my top picks --► https://artwithflo.com/procreate-gear/ **Expand Your Procreate Toolkit** Enhance your creativity with over 250 custom Procreate brushes: Explore the MegaPack --► https://artwithflo.gumroad.com/l/procreatemegapack **Community and Support** Join the largest Procreate community on Patreon for extended Procreate tutorials, free brushes, and a network of fellow creators: https://patreon.com/artwithflo //Copyright Notice// While I encourage practice and sharing your creations, please respect copyright laws. Avoid using direct copies of my work for commercial purposes. My tutorials can serve as inspiration, but strive to create original art. **Engage with Our Growing Community** For more easy-to-follow Procreate tutorials, check our complete playlist and let us know your thoughts! Your feedback and thumbs up motivate us to create more content tailored to beginners. Full Playlist of Procreate Tutorials: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjTjiGdGPyO3Yca4bT5S073QlrHacObpT **Stay Connected** ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/artwithflo ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/floortjesart ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@artwithflo ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArtwithFlo ►Grab my brushes: https://artwithflo.com/procreate-brushes-pack/ ❤ Thank you for joining me today! Your support and creativity fuel this community. Happy drawing, and see you in the next tutorial! ❤ - Flo - #procreate #procreatetips #smudgetool #ipadart #digitalart #procreatetutorial #artwithflo #blending #procreateforbeginners #drawingtips