Map ideas

I’ve realised I have a particular workflow for drawing coastlines in my maps. Here’s a quick walkthrough. Each step is done on a new layer in photoshop, and I use a 5px hard round brush in each case with size set to pressure. However, all of these steps can be done in Gimp – or … Continue reading "How to Draw Coastlines on a Fantasy Map"

There’s something inspiring about a medieval setting with castles, inns, and stone towers that makes us want to strap on a sword and go on an adventure. Many of our favorite stories take place in this classic setting, and now you can include hand-drawn medieval icons on your own fantasy map with just a click. These are a great way to add greater diversity to your Map Effects Fantasy Map Builder and immerse people in your story. #mapeffects #procreate #photoshop #maps #fantasy #rpg #dnd

There are many storytelling possibilities for your RPG adventure by including something like a mysterious chasm. Is it a natural feature? Was it created by someone in the ancient past with the power to make fissures in the rock itself? The question is…how do you draw a chasm? In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through the process so you can easily add a crack in the earth for your party to explore on your fantasy map.

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