You've been drawing stunning art in Procreate.

But have you ever watched your artwork move?

Here's something most artists don't realize: the same app you use to sketch, paint, and ink — already has a full animation engine built right in. No extra software. No complicated setup. Just you, your Apple Pencil, and a tool called Animation Assist.

And it works exactly the way classic animation does — the same flip-style technique used by Disney and Studio Ghibli — now sitting quietly inside the app on your iPad.

In my latest guide, I break down everything you need to know to start animating in Procreate — from your very first frame to a polished, exportable loop ready for Instagram, TikTok, or wherever you share your work.

Here's a taste of what's inside:

🎬 The one setting that unlocks animation in Procreate (it takes 3 taps)
🧅 Onion Skinning — the pro technique that lets you see multiple frames at once so your motion stays fluid and consistent
⚡ How FPS can make or break your animation (and the sweet spot most beginners miss)
🔁 A looping trick that makes your GIFs play forever without a single awkward jump
📦 Exactly which format to export — GIF, MP4, PNG sequence, or HEVC — and when to use each one

Whether you want to create looping stickers, short reels, or just finally understand what Animation Assist actually does — this guide walks you through it all, step by step.

Your art is already incredible. Imagine watching it come to life.

👉 Read the full guide here: http://jaejohns.com/procreate-animation/

Have a great day,
Jae